Gran Via Sur Travel Guide

Alicante

Popular places to visit

Alicante Harbour featuring a bay or harbour

Alicante Harbour

4.5/5(318 reviews)

Once a center of industry, Alicante’s harbor precinct is now home to some of the city’s best bars and restaurants, with views along the picturesque Postiguet Beach.

Alicante Harbour
Postiguet Beach which includes tropical scenes, swimming and a beach

Postiguet Beach

4.5/5(126 reviews)

Alicante’s city beach offers a clean, child-friendly day out, surrounded by some of the best restaurants in town.

Postiguet Beach
Alicante Golf Course

Alicante Golf Course

4.5/5(3 reviews)

The masterwork of Severiano Ballesteros, the great Spanish golf player and course designer, this golf course is designed for golf vacations, with an on-site hotel.

Alicante Golf Course
Central Market featuring markets and a city

Central Market

4/5(283 reviews)

Pick up the ingredients for a picnic, souvenirs to take home or just a quick snack at this authentic local fresh food market.

Central Market
Explanada de Espana which includes street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people

Explanada de Espana

4.5/5(40 reviews)

Take a walk along Alicante’s waterfront on this beautiful mosaic walkway and experience life in the slow lane.

Explanada de Espana
Castle of Santa Barbara

Castle of Santa Barbara

4.5/5(160 reviews)

Looming over the city center, this hilltop castle is the main attraction in Alicante and one of the largest castles in Europe.

Castle of Santa Barbara

Things to do

From Denia: Boat Trip to Tallada Cave with Optional Swim

From Denia: Boat Trip to Tallada Cave with Optional Swim

Rp344.380
per adult
From Denia: Boat Trip to Tallada Cave with Optional Swim
Alicante Charming Villages Tour: Villajoyosa and Altea

Alicante Charming Villages Tour: Villajoyosa and Altea

Rp1.434.915
per adult
Alicante Charming Villages Tour: Villajoyosa and Altea
Alicante: 3-Hour Coastal Catamaran Cruise

Alicante: 3-Hour Coastal Catamaran Cruise

Rp803.552
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Alicante: 3-Hour Coastal Catamaran Cruise
Alicante: 6-Hour Catamaran Cruise to Tabarca Island

Alicante: 6-Hour Catamaran Cruise to Tabarca Island

Rp1.377.518
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Alicante: 6-Hour Catamaran Cruise to Tabarca Island
Alicante E-Bike Coast Tour with Román Fishpond and Snorkeling

Alicante E-Bike Coast Tour with Román Fishpond and Snorkeling

Rp669.627
per adult
Alicante E-Bike Coast Tour with Román Fishpond and Snorkeling
Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm

Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm

Rp937.478
per adult
Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm
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Top hotels in Gran Via Sur

Travelodge Alicante Puerto

Travelodge Alicante Puerto

3 out of 5
Avinguda d'Elx, 21, Alicante, Alicante
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (896 reviews)
"Clean and in a quiet location"

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

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Travelodge Alicante Puerto
AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott

AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott

4 out of 5
Avenida Elche, 3, Alicante, Alicante
The price is Rp2.298.214 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
Rp2.298.214
Rp2.528.035 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
Fab hotel
"Wonderful room. Great views. Free water. Welcome gift of Chocolate on the bed. Coffee machine. We loved it!!"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott
Melia Alicante

Melia Alicante

4 out of 5
Plaza del Puerto, 3, Alicante, Alicante
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp4.075.462 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp4.075.462
Rp4.483.008 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,080 reviews)
"it is an excellent place to stay"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Melia Alicante
Odyssey Rooms

Odyssey Rooms

4 out of 5
Carrer Gravina, Alicante, Alicante
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (910 reviews)
"Lovely modern property with beautiful views from the terrace of the castle. I would highly recommend this hotel, staff are friendly and welcoming and happy to help. Roof top bar brings life and buzzing atmosphere without invading your hotel privacy and location is excellent and short distance to ..."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

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Eurostars Lucentum

Eurostars Lucentum

4 out of 5
Alfonso X El Sabio, 11, Alicante, Alicante
The price is Rp1.685.168 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
Rp1.685.168
Rp1.853.703 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Very good location.. close to food shops and the beach"

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Eurostars Lucentum
Hotel Areca

Hotel Areca

4 out of 5
Carrer del Llimó, 2, Torrellano, Elche, Alicante
The price is Rp1.358.500 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp1.358.500
Rp1.494.312 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Elche. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Always fabulous
"Use this hotel many times, always happy with everything, the lady in the restaurant is always so happy, friendly and helpful, she always has a laugh and joke with us, she remembers us because of my husband’s tattoos. Its nice to see her each visit."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Gran Via Sur

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Babel

When in Babel, you can plan a visit to Alicante Harbour and El Corte Ingles Shopping Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Babel
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Benalúa

4/5(11 area reviews)

Though Benalúa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Alicante Harbour and El Corte Ingles Shopping Center.

Benalúa
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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.

Ensanche Diputación
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Florida Baja

While Florida Baja may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Alicante Harbour and Alicante Courts.

Florida Baja
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El Palmeral

El Palmeral might not have many top sights, but Playa de San Gabriel and El Pantio Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

El Palmeral
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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 Alicante Harbour and San Nicolas Cathedral.

Alicante City Centre

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