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

Picture 2 for Activity Santa Pola : Pola Park Entry ticket

Santa Pola : Pola Park Entry ticket

Rp195.005
per adult
Santa Pola : Pola Park Entry ticket
Highlights Alicante like a local

Highlights Alicante like a local

Rp1.464.005
per adult
Highlights Alicante like a local
San Juan beach

Private bike tour San Juan beach, Alicante

Rp976.003
per adult
Private bike tour San Juan beach, Alicante
Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm

Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm

Rp958.208
per adult
Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm
Alicante : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Alicante : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Rp1.756.806
per adult
Alicante : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide
View from the Castle

Alicante Discovery Tour from Benidorm

Rp508.437
per adult
Alicante Discovery Tour from 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! (900 reviews)
"The hotel was perfect for our needs as a group of veteran football players on weekend trip. The staff were very friendly and helpful. It was convenient for the airport and a 10 /20 minute walk to main bars and restaurants. The area next to the hotel looks like it is be rejuvenated with new apartment ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

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Travelodge Alicante Puerto
Estudiotel Alicante

Estudiotel Alicante

2 out of 5
Calle Poeta Vila y Blanco, 4, Alicante, Alicante
The price is Rp1.138.987 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
Rp1.138.987
Rp1.252.886 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (627 reviews)
"We had a newly decorated room which was lovely with a balcony. We missed having a fridge to keep drink cool. Location was excellent as we visit the Market and Bullring museum juct 10 walk away. Staff were all very friendly and a lovely 2 night in Alicante."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Estudiotel Alicante
Melia Alicante

Melia Alicante

4 out of 5
Plaza del Puerto, 3, Alicante, Alicante
The price is Rp3.326.974 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
Rp3.326.974
Rp3.659.672 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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! (1,101 reviews)
"Nice location. Good room"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Melia Alicante
Hotel Les Monges Palace Boutique

Hotel Les Monges Palace Boutique

3 out of 5
Calle San Agustín 4, Alicante
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.323.792 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
Rp1.323.792
Rp1.456.191 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 10 beach bars and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (371 reviews)
"What a lovely property with excellent reception staff. A beautifully designed hotel!"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Hotel Les Monges Palace Boutique
El Plantio Golf Resort

El Plantio Golf Resort

4 out of 5
Ctra Antigua Alicante, Elche km3 (A-79), Alicante, Alicante
Stay at this 4-star golf resort in Alicante. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing food, great value Clean modern apartment"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

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El Plantio Golf Resort
AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott

AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott

4 out of 5
Avenida Elche, 3, Alicante, Alicante
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.155.545 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
Rp2.155.545
Rp2.371.099 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice hotel!"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

AC Hotel Alicante by Marriott
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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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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 Calle Castaños.

Alicante City Centre
Central Market which includes food, interior views and markets

Mercado

While Mercado 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 Central Market.

Mercado

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