What to do in Alicante

Activities, attractions and tours

A historic square with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by traditional buildings and a mountainous backdrop.
Alicante
A coastal city with a sandy beach, a clear blue sea, and modern high-rise buildings.
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Alicante

Things to do

View from the Castle

From Albir & Benidorm, Alicante Discovery day trip

฿985
per adult
From Albir & Benidorm, Alicante Discovery day trip
Santa Pola : Pola Park Entry ticket

Santa Pola : Pola Park Entry ticket

฿379
per adult
Santa Pola : Pola Park Entry ticket
Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm

Guadalest & Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm

฿1,705
per adult
Guadalest & Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm
Alicante: Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting

Alicante: Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting & Tapas

฿985
per adult
Alicante: Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting & Tapas
Alicante: Amazing Flamenco experience with tapas menu option

Alicante: Amazing Flamenco experience with tapas menu option

฿568
per adult
Alicante: Amazing Flamenco experience with tapas menu option
Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar

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

฿1,781
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar
Boat Taxi Tabarca

Taxi Boat Santa Pola to Tabarca Island

฿568
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Taxi Boat Santa Pola to Tabarca Island
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Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar

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

Activity duration is 11 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 18 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿1,783 per adult
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Alicante Tuk Tuk Tour

Alicante Tuk Tuk Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.4 out of 10 with 22 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿1,517 per adult
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Alicante: 2-Hour Late Afternoon Catamaran Cruise

Alicante: 2-Hour Late Afternoon Catamaran Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 283 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿1,214 per adult
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Alicante City, Beach & Central Market with Sampling

Alicante City, Beach & Central Market with Sampling

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 70 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿1,138 per adult
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Alicante: 3-Hour Coastal Catamaran Cruise

Alicante: 3-Hour Coastal Catamaran Cruise

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 245 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿1,593 per adult
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What to do in Alicante

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Postiguet Beach

8.6/5 (531 reviews)
Golden sands stretch beneath Santa Bárbara Castle at this Blue Flag beach in Alicante's heart. Stroll the palm-lined promenade and sample authentic Valencian cuisine at seaside restaurants.
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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 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 marina at dusk with boats docked, a prominent hill with a building on top, and a city skyline with illuminated buildings.

L'Albufereta

Beaches and bars are notable features of L'Albufereta. You might consider stopping by Lucentum while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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 coastal city with a prominent hill, clear blue water, and modern buildings.
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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.

Day trip destinations from Alicante

A wooden boardwalk leading to the beach with tall grasses in the foreground and the sun setting over the ocean.

Elche

Caminito or walkway of Relleu. The Relleu Dam footbridge allows you to enjoy a through a narrow and spectacular gorge known as L'Estret del Pantà (the strait of the swamp).In Relleu, Alicante, Spain

Relleu

El Campello

El Campello

A historic church with a bell tower and a clock, surrounded by trees and flags.

San Vicente del Raspeig

Frequently asked questions

Is Alicante worth visiting?
One of the most common things to do in Alicante is visit Postiguet Beach. Tick this leading attraction off your list, then discover more of this area's family-friendly attractions and bars and pubs.
How do I spend a day in Alicante?
Once you've checked off leading attractions like Postiguet Beach and Castle of Santa Barbara, spend some time discovering Alicante's retail and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Alicante?
Don't go home without visiting Postiguet Beach, ranked the top tourist attraction in Alicante.
Is three days enough to stay in Alicante?
You can easily tour leading sights like Postiguet Beach, Castle of Santa Barbara and San Juan Beach with a three-day stay in Alicante. On average, many travellers book three days here. There's plenty to see and do nearby too, so stay a bit longer and head to Benidorm.
Is Alicante a walkable city?
With vibrant neighbourhoods and major sights within walking distance of the city centre, Alicante is a great place to discover on foot. Have fun wandering between Postiguet Beach and Castle of Santa Barbara. Then take a stroll around Alicante City Centre, located 0.64 kilometres from the centre, and Barri Vell - Santa Creu, which is roughly 0.80 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Alicante with kids?
Planning what to do in Alicante with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're travelling with teenagers or toddlers, there are loads of family-friendly activities to keep everyone happy here.

What to do in Alicante for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Alicante, with experiences for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Ruta de Microvina del Celler la Muntanya or Calle Castaños.
Are there free things to do in Alicante?
One of the top ways to find free things to do in Alicante is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on vibrant neighbourhoods, parks and other hotspots you can visit without getting your cash out. Postiguet Beach is one spot that doesn't have an admission fee.