What to do in Alicante

Activities, attractions and tours
Alicante featuring a coastal town, swimming and a beach

Alicante Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Alicante has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Alicante, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Alicante with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Alicante

Alicante is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Alicante, and make it a breeze to explore Alicante and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Alicante to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Alicante, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Alicante.

Alicante attractions

Alicante has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Alicante to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Alicante.

Looking for things to do in Alicante can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Alicante or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Alicante attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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Alicante City Centre

4.5/5(282 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Alicante City Centre is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out San Nicolas Cathedral and Calle Castaños.

Alicante City Centre
Alicante showing a beach

Playa de San Juan

4.5/5(30 area reviews)

Spend the day sailing, windsurfing, golfing or swimming at one of the most popular beaches in the city.

Playa de San Juan
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Cabo de las Huertas

3/5(2 area reviews)

Spain’s Costa Blanca is famous for its beaches, and this particular area has a variety of settings. Choose a sunny beach that matches your mood and personality.

Cabo de las Huertas

Vista Hermosa

4/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Vista Hermosa. You might want to make time for a stop at Gran Via Shopping Center or Postiguet Beach.

Vista Hermosa
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L'Albufereta

3.5/5(16 area reviews)

Unique features of L'Albufereta include the beaches and bars. Make a stop by Albufereta Beach or Lucentum while you're exploring the area.

L'Albufereta
Castle of Santa Barbara which includes a castle, heritage elements and views

San Antón

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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

San Antón

Day trip destinations from Alicante