Mercado Travel Guide

Alicante

A street intersection with palm trees, a fountain, and a building with arched windows and a red door.
A historic building with a central archway and a sign reading "MERADO CENTRAL".
A historic building with a grand entrance, palm trees, and a clear blue sky.
An indoor market with various food stalls and an escalator.
A vibrant flower market with various colorful flowers and plants.

Stay near popular Mercado attractions

Central Market

8.6/10 (1,233 reviews)
Pick up the ingredients for a picnic, souvenirs to take home or just a quick snack at this authentic local fresh food market.
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Things to do

View from the Castle

From Albir & Benidorm, Alicante Discovery day trip

฿994
per adult
From Albir & Benidorm, Alicante Discovery day trip
Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm

From Alicante/Benidorm: Guadalest & Algar Waterfalls Tour

฿1,720
per adult
From Alicante/Benidorm: Guadalest & Algar Waterfalls Tour
Alicante: Amazing Flamenco experience with tapas menu option

Alicante: Amazing Flamenco experience with tapas menu option

฿573
per adult
Alicante: Amazing Flamenco experience with tapas menu option
Discover Alicante And The Costa Blanca A Guided Tour

Discover Alicante And The Costa Blanca: A Self-Guided Tour

฿267
per adult
Discover Alicante And The Costa Blanca: A Self-Guided Tour
Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar

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

฿1,796
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar
From Alicante: Day trip to Valencia and boat trip in the Albufera

From Alicante: Day trip to Valencia and boat trip in the Albufera

฿2,484
per adult
From Alicante: Day trip to Valencia and boat trip in the Albufera
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Top hotels in Mercado

Hotel Leuka

Hotel Leuka

3 out of 5
Calle Segura, 23 Alicante Alicante
The price is ฿3,324 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿3,324
฿3,656 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
7/10 Good! (977 reviews)
"Convenient location but a sub par hotel"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Hotel Leuka
BYPILLOW Paseo

BYPILLOW Paseo

3 out of 5
Calle Marqués de Molins, 63 Alicante Alicante Province
The price is ฿4,653 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿4,653
฿5,119 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Alicante Harbour and Central ...
BYPILLOW Paseo
Urban Rooms Alicante

Urban Rooms Alicante

2.5 out of 5
Calle Manuel Anton,6 entresuelo Alicante Provincia
The price is ฿3,998 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿3,998
฿4,398 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this pension in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 20 beach bars and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Alicante Harbour and Central Market are ...
Urban Rooms Alicante
Melia Alicante

Melia Alicante

4 out of 5
Plaza del Puerto, 3 Alicante Alicante
The price is ฿11,021 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿11,021
฿12,123 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Melia Alicante
AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott

AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott

4 out of 5
Avenida Elche, 3 Alicante Alicante
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿6,158 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿6,158
฿6,773 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"A great location that was a short walk from the train station. The swimming pool is small, but well maintained. The rooms were nice."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2026

AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott
Just Hostel Capsules

Just Hostel Capsules

3 out of 5
Carrer Doctor Just 11 Alicante
The price is ฿1,876 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
฿1,876
฿2,063 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Alicante Harbour and El Corte Ingles Shopping ...
7/10 Good! (66 reviews)
"It was dirty and noisy, I don’t think they cleaned the pods after someone checked out and the next person checked in"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

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A historic square with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by traditional buildings and a mountainous backdrop.

Alicante City Centre

A noteworthy feature of Alicante City Centre is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Alicante Harbour and Alicante Town Hall.

A beach with people sunbathing, a lifeguard on a wooden chair, and a clear blue sky.

Playa de San Juan

Unique features of Playa de San Juan include the beaches and restaurants. Make a stop by Alicante Golf Course or San Juan Beach while you're exploring the area.

A coastal city with a prominent hill, clear blue water, and modern buildings.
Photo by Ramon DE LA FUENTE
Open Photo by Ramon DE LA FUENTE

Ensanche Diputación

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

A narrow street with colorful buildings, potted plants, and a staircase leading up a hill.

Barri Vell - Santa Creu

While visiting Barri Vell - Santa Creu, you might make a stop by sights like Alicante Town Hall and Basilica of Santa Maria.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent hill, a beach, and a clear view of the sea.
Photo by Andreas Søgaard
Open Photo by Andreas Søgaard

San Antón

While visiting San Antón, you might make a stop by sights like Castle of Santa Barbara and Alicante Bullring.

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