Top 10 attractions in Alicante worth seeing
Visit Alicante for the weekend - what to see in a few days?
Alicante is a beautiful seaside town, located in the Costa Blanca region. In previous posts, we discussed how to get from the airport to the center of Alicante. Today we will show you our top 10 most beautiful places you must see in Alicante. On our list you will find museums, tourist attractions for both adults and children.
Barrio de Santa Cruz, the oldest district of Alicante
White and colorful houses are a distinguishing feature of this district, which somewhat resembles Andalusian towns. The Santa Cruz District is located on a hill, offering a beautiful view of Alicante, as well as the nearby beach and sea. The oldest district of Alicante is an ideal place for a walk, and taking photos in its narrow streets is a pleasure.
Explanada de España, palm promenade in Alicante
The beautiful Explanada de España promenade guarantees an unforgettable walk along a more than 500-meter-long avenue surrounded by palms with a view of the nearby marina. The colorful surface is made of marble. Interestingly, one of the colors of marble is called Alicante red, because exactly this type of marble is extracted in the Alicante area. At the end of the promenade, you will find stands with handicrafts and local souvenirs.
Casa Carbonell, one of the most beautiful buildings in Alicante
Strolling along the Explanada de España promenade, you won't forget this site. It is one of the most distinctive and beautiful buildings in Alicante. This impressive building was erected at the beginning of the 20th century. The stunning facade of the building draws the attention of passersby. The white palace is located right next to the pedestrian zone near the Puerta del Mar fountain. Address: Passeig Esplanada d'Espanya, 1
MUBAG (Museu de Belles Arts Gravina) - Gravina Museum of Fine Arts
The Museum of Fine Arts in Alicante is located at calle Gravina, 13 – 15, in an 18th-century palace. If you are interested in how Alicante looked in the mid-19th century, its inhabitants, and surrounding towns such as San Juan or Elche, you should visit this place. Admission is free.
Monday: closed
Tuesday-Saturday: open from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm
Sunday and holidays: open from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Calle de las setas - a street straight out of a fairy tale in Alicante
Are you looking for an interesting place for children? No one gets bored here, not even adults. This is a street where you can find a lot of giant, almost four-meter tall mushrooms, as well as insects. It looks colorful, like a fairy tale. It's a great place for a stroll and fun for children and for taking photos. José María Escriva is the author of this imaginative mushroom street. You can find this attraction on calle San Francisco.
Castillo de Santa Barbara - Castle of Santa Barbara in Alicante
If you want to see a view of the Mediterranean Sea, then climbing the castle is a perfect idea. The Santa Barbara Castle is located at the top of Benacantil mountain. This fortress comes from the times of medieval Spain. If you do not feel like or have time to climb the hill on foot, you can use the elevator. Entrance to the castle is free.
Playa del Postiguet - town beach in Alicante
The beach is located next to the Paseo de Explanada promenade. While relaxing on the beach, you can also enjoy a view of the Saint Barbara Castle. The pleasant sandy beach is perfect for walks or sports activities.
A large wooden playground in the shape of a boat awaits children at the entrance of the beach. You can use the service and rent sun loungers. Along the beach, there are parking spaces. You can easily reach it by public transport: Puerta del Mar stop.
Paseo Volado - a pier in Alicante
This seaside promenade creates unforgettable memories. Do you want to feel the sea breeze, admire the beautiful views of the open sea, harbor and Santa Barbara castle? All this is guaranteed by a walk along Volado pier. The promenade begins near the Porta Maris by Melia hotel and is approximately 500 meters long. The exact address of the pier is Mlle. Levante, 10.
El Mundo de los Niños - amusement park in Alicante
Park with games and outdoor attractions for both children and adults. It is located in the city center, close to the port and Canalejas park at Av. Loring. Entry to the park is free, however, to use the attractions, you must purchase a ticket.
There is a two-story ball pit, a racetrack, a carousel, table football, and mini excavators on site. Fishing ducks is also exciting for both kids and parents. This place is no exception when it comes to claw machines catching mascots. We left the park with two plushy mascot prizes. :)
Alicante Archaeological Museum MARQ
The museum has been operating since 1932, but in 2002 it was moved to the former building of the Provincial Hospital of San Juan de Dios, where it operates to this day.
Inside the museum, you will discover exhibitions ranging from the Paleolithic to contemporary culture. In this museum, you have the opportunity to learn a little about the history of Alicante and its surroundings. The museum is very modern, and the exhibits are interactive, which means you won't get bored quickly. It's a fun and interesting place for children.
Practical Information
Entrance
Regular ticket is 3 euros, concession is 1.5 euros.
Entrance is free for children under 8 years old and disabled individuals.
From June 16 to September 15
Tuesday-Saturday: open from 10:00 to 20:00
Sunday and holidays: open from 10:00 to 14:00
Monday: closed
From September 16 to June 15
Tuesday-Saturday: open from 10:00 to 19:00
Sunday and holidays: open from 10:00 to 14:00
Monday: closed
Address: Plaza del Doctor Gómez Ulla s/n, 03013 Alicante
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