Location: Alicante
Top Things to do in Alicante
What to do and see in Alicante, Valencian Country: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks
Alicante (/ˌælɪˈkænti, -teɪ/; Spanish: [aliˈkante]), or Alacant (Valencian: [alaˈkant]), both the Spanish and Valencian being official names, is a city and port in Spain on the Costa Blanca, the capital of the province of Alicante and of the comarca of Alacantí, in the south of the Valencian Community. It is also a historic Mediterranean port. The population of the city of Alicante proper was 330,525, estimated as of 2016, ranking as the second-largest Valencian city. Including nearby municipalities, the Alicante conurbation had 452,462 residents. The population of the metropolitan area (including Elche and satellite towns) was 757,085 as of 2014 estimates, ranking as the eighth-largest metropolitan area of Spain.
Restaurants in Alicante
1. Passeig Esplanada d'Espanya
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,783 reviews
Reviewed By LindsayB366 - Larne, United Kingdom
A wealth of restaurants, bars and market stalls Perfect location for watching the world go by Be warned walking along the esplanade might make you think you have been drinking or taking the wrong medication Lovely atmosphere
2. Botticelli Art
3. Paseo del Puerto Viejo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 225 reviews
Reviewed By freddiedoncaster
This marina is so peaceful.Set very close to the hustle and bustle of Alicante city,and with an abundance of bars close by,this is an ideal place to stop off,have a glass of wine and take in all those wonderful yachts.
4. Barrio Santa Cruz
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 756 reviews
Reviewed By alexandrailincat
Alicante's most fascinating part of the old town, with well preserved traditional architecture, full of coloured flowers, lively people, a few terraces. Feeling of real Spain, whenever in time ... Lived there for a week in an airbnb holiday home and could have been there happily in many more weeks.
5. Monte Benacantil
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 137 reviews
Reviewed By Jydeoo - Lagos, Nigeria
The views from the top of the small mountain are wonderful. Landwards, you see modern Alicante stretching for miles and miles and you see even beyond. Seawards, you see old Alicante, dainty houses, ecclesial domes, colourful buildings, the harbour, the beaches, everything is so lovely. Santa Barbara Castle is atop this monte.
6. Placa Gabriel Miro
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 221 reviews
Reviewed By remlap - Central Florida, United States
Very pretty plaza to walk through and spend some idle time. Beautiful old banyan trees, surrounded by pubs and restaurants.
7. Escalera de la Reina
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By D3170THdavidl - Redditch, United Kingdom
Nice stop off point when walking around the Harbour looking at the fantastic boats. Plenty of bars and restaurants to visit where you can stop off and get a refreshing drink or two.
8. Rambla Mendez Nunez
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 585 reviews
Reviewed By 727AmyG - Glasgow, United Kingdom
nice easy walk down to the sea front from top of town, missing most of the busy road / street junctions.Pleasant stroll, and lots of cafe bars etc eateries en route.
9. Estacion Alacant Terminal
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 422 reviews
Reviewed By 727AmyG - Glasgow, United Kingdom
took train to Valencia, pre-booked online before we went, and no troubles finding train or platform, service excellent all round, well done Renfe.
10. Puerto Deportivo
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 556 reviews
Reviewed By BigFatJew - Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom
I own a 12m yacht, moored in Alicante Marina. I use it as a holiday home at present, and hope to retire here at some point. Here’s the ‘skinny’ on Alicante Marina. As a tourist spot, it’s ideal. During the day, it’s interesting to visit. You can marvel at the multimillion euro yachts. There’s a fair bit of coming and going. From super-yachts to smaller vessels. You can get fairly close to the boats, but security is absolute, and you won’t be allowed onto the pontoons unless you are a berthholder. There are various boat tours to take. From day trips to half an hour around the marina. There are bars and restaurants aplenty. Tourist prices, to be sure. But plenty of good eating to be had, especially seafood, as one might expect. Not the best value to be had in Alicante, but the best views whilst you are eating, and still cheaper than the UK. There’s a few good views of the city from the waterfront, and a lovely one of the castle on its hilltop at night. During high season, there’s a few market stalls on the way into the Marina. Otherwise, the only shops are the ones catering to the boat owners. Sadly, no mini-mart. If you’re not planning on going for a drink in a bar, or a meal in a restaurant, it’s a good idea to take a large bottle of water with you. Even off season it can be hot and dry there. If you don’t fancy the somewhat expensive eateries, you can always buy a few bits in a supermarket in town. Then sit on a bench and munch your way through your picnic. Evenings are a good time to eat there. Given the illuminated cityscape. Also, there’s fewer mosquitoes than you get in the old town at night. Although, if you’re susceptible to bites, you still need to take precautions.
