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Alicante

Popular places to visit

Alicante Harbour featuring a bay or harbour

Alicante Harbour

Once a center of industry, Alicante’s harbor precinct is now home to some of the city’s best bars and restaurants, with views along the picturesque Postiguet Beach.

Alicante Harbour
Postiguet Beach which includes tropical scenes, swimming and a beach

Postiguet Beach

Alicante’s city beach offers a clean, child-friendly day out, surrounded by some of the best restaurants in town.

Postiguet Beach
Alicante Golf Course

Alicante Golf Course

The masterwork of Severiano Ballesteros, the great Spanish golf player and course designer, this golf course is designed for golf vacations, with an on-site hotel.

Alicante Golf Course
Central Market featuring markets and a city

Central Market

Pick up the ingredients for a picnic, souvenirs to take home or just a quick snack at this authentic local fresh food market.

Central Market
Explanada de Espana which includes street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people

Explanada de Espana

Take a walk along Alicante’s waterfront on this beautiful mosaic walkway and experience life in the slow lane.

Explanada de Espana
Castle of Santa Barbara

Castle of Santa Barbara

Looming over the city center, this hilltop castle is the main attraction in Alicante and one of the largest castles in Europe.

Castle of Santa Barbara

Things to do

From Denia: Boat Trip to Tallada Cave with Optional Swim

From Denia: Boat Trip to Tallada Cave with Optional Swim

฿456
per adult
From Denia: Boat Trip to Tallada Cave with Optional Swim
Alicante Charming Villages Tour: Villajoyosa and Altea

Alicante Charming Villages Tour: Villajoyosa and Altea

฿2,464
per adult
Alicante Charming Villages Tour: Villajoyosa and Altea
Altea

Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar

฿1,709
per adult
Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar
Alicante: 3-Hour Coastal Catamaran Cruise

Alicante: 3-Hour Coastal Catamaran Cruise

฿1,595
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Alicante: 3-Hour Coastal Catamaran Cruise
Alicante: 6-Hour Catamaran Cruise to Tabarca Island

Alicante: 6-Hour Catamaran Cruise to Tabarca Island

฿2,735
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Alicante: 6-Hour Catamaran Cruise to Tabarca Island
Alicante E-Bike Coast Tour with Román Fishpond and Snorkeling

Alicante E-Bike Coast Tour with Román Fishpond and Snorkeling

฿1,329
per adult
Alicante E-Bike Coast Tour with Román Fishpond and Snorkeling
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Top hotels in Florida Baja

AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott

AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott

4 out of 5
Avenida Elche, 3, Alicante, Alicante
The price is ฿4,591 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿4,591
฿5,050 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"Great location, walking distance to town. Lovely hotel with friendly staff. Very nice bar area for relaxing after a day out exploring."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott
Melia Alicante

Melia Alicante

4 out of 5
Plaza del Puerto, 3, Alicante, Alicante
The price is ฿8,141 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿8,141
฿8,955 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,084 reviews)
Fantastic Stay at Melia Alicante
"My stay at Melia Alicante was fantastic! Perfectly located next to the beach, my room had stunning sea views. The hotel is modern, with a beautiful pool, and is just steps from the charming Old Town and Santa Bárbara Castle. Highly recommend for a relaxing, convenient getaway!"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2025

Melia Alicante
Eurostars Lucentum

Eurostars Lucentum

4 out of 5
Alfonso X El Sabio, 11, Alicante, Alicante
The price is ฿3,091 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿3,091
฿3,401 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Very good location.. close to food shops and the beach"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Eurostars Lucentum
Odyssey Rooms

Odyssey Rooms

4 out of 5
Carrer Gravina, Alicante, Alicante
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
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Hotel Les Monges Palace Boutique

Hotel Les Monges Palace Boutique

3 out of 5
Calle San Agustín 4, Alicante
The price is ฿2,774 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿2,774
฿3,051 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 10 beach bars and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (341 reviews)
"Very well located Hotel! The staff was awesome."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Hotel Les Monges Palace Boutique
El Plantio Golf Resort

El Plantio Golf Resort

4 out of 5
Ctra Antigua Alicante, Elche km3 (A-79), Alicante, Alicante
Stay at this 4-star golf resort in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"El Plantio is nice. Apartments have really good kitchens so you don’t need to eat in the restaurant which is pretty average. The golf courses loo lovely but you neer a handicap even to play the Par 3 course."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Florida Baja

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Babel

When in Babel, you can plan a visit to Alicante Harbour and El Corte Ingles Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Babel
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Gran Via Sur

Gran Via Sur might not have many top sights, but Alicante Harbour and Playa de San Gabriel are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Gran Via Sur
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Benalúa

4/5(11 area reviews)

Though Benalúa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Alicante Harbour and El Corte Ingles Shopping Center.

Benalúa
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San Blas-Santo Domingo

While visiting San Blas-Santo Domingo, you might make a stop by sights like Jose Rico Perez Stadium and Alicante Sports Technification Center.

San Blas-Santo Domingo
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Sant Blai

While visiting Sant Blai, you might make a stop by sights like San Fernando Castle and Alicante Sports Technification Center.

Sant Blai
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Ensanche Diputación

If you're spending some time in Ensanche Diputación, Alicante Harbour and Alicante Cruise Ship Terminal are top sights worth seeing.

Ensanche Diputación

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