Gran Via Sur Travel Guide
Alicante
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Popular places to visit
Alicante Harbour
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.
Postiguet Beach
Alicante’s city beach offers a clean, child-friendly day out, surrounded by some of the best restaurants in town.
Explanada de Espana
Take a walk along Alicante’s waterfront on this beautiful mosaic walkway and experience life in the slow lane.
San Juan Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at San Juan Beach during your trip to Playa de San Juan? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Alicante Golf Course
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.
Central Market
Pick up the ingredients for a picnic, souvenirs to take home or just a quick snack at this authentic local fresh food market.
Things to do
Guadalest and Altea Day Trip from Alicante or Benidorm
Half Day Guided Walking Tour to Explore Alicante City
Alicante Discovery Tour - From Albir & Benidorm
Alicante : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Alicante: Canelobre Caves and Busot Tour con guia y transfer
Top hotels in Gran Via Sur
Melia Alicante
Hotel lovely and in a good location. However, room was unbearably hot at 26 degrees and when raised with staff was told nothing could be done. As it was winter air con was not yet on. Meant that we could not relax in the room as very unpleasant. Very disappointing.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Odyssey Rooms
Room was very clean and comfortable. Staff was very friendly and courteous. Will definitely visit again. Excellent location!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Eurostars Lucentum
Sadly the hotel is need of a refurbishment from the lifts to the rooms WiFi is good Breakfast is ok but not a wide choice Staff and location are excellent
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Eurostars Centrum Alicante
Insulation
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hotel Sercotel Maya Alicante
Room lovely staff very pleasant and courteous
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hotel Port Alicante City & Beach
Really great hotel, great pools and beautiful roof top bar.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gran Via Sur
Babel
When in Babel, you can plan a visit to El Corte Ingles Shopping Center and Alicante Courts, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Benalúa
Though Benalúa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like El Corte Ingles Shopping Center and Placa de los Luceros.
El Palmeral
El Palmeral might not have many top sights, but Alicante Cruise Ship Terminal and El Corte Ingles Shopping Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Ensanche Diputación
If you're spending some time in Ensanche Diputación, Alicante Cruise Ship Terminal and El Corte Ingles Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
Sant Blai
While visiting Sant Blai, you might make a stop by sights like San Fernando Castle and Alicante Sports Technification Center.
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 Calle Castaños and Alicante Town Hall.
