Mercado Travel Guide
Alicante
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 Town Hall
Still the home of the Alicante civic life, this landmark structure is a superb example of 18th-century baroque architecture.
Explanada de Espana
Take a walk along Alicante’s waterfront on this beautiful mosaic walkway and experience life in the slow lane.
Things to do
Half Day Guided Walking Tour to Explore Alicante City
Private bike tour San Juan beach, Alicante
Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm
Guadalest and Altea Day Trip from Alicante or Benidorm
Alicante : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide
From Albir & Benidorm, Alicante Discovery day trip
Top hotels in Mercado
Hotel Leuka
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Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hostal La Lonja
"There was no free breakfast but a part of the property is a coffee shop. A young man working there was as pleasant and helpful as he could be. I thank him and hope he makes it over to the US."
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
BYPILLOW Paseo
"The hotel is standard but rooms are quite small with a lot of damp smells. The bathrooms fan was soo noisy and the bathroom door would constantly get stuck when trying to open both ways. The jacuzzi was dirty and cold so could not use it unfortunately and only 2 sun loungers. Location is ok if you’re ..."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Urban Rooms Alicante
Hotel Bonalba Alicante
"The building was a bit old"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Estudiotel Alicante
"In a good location. We left early as it was not a comfortable room. A bit misleading as photos show large building, but hotel only uses lower levels."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mercado
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 Alicante Harbour and Calle Castaños.
Barri Vell - Santa Creu
While visiting Barri Vell - Santa Creu, you might make a stop by sights like Alicante Town Hall and Basilica of Santa Maria.
San Antón
While visiting San Antón, you might make a stop by sights like Castle of Santa Barbara and Alicante Bullring.
Campoamor
While Campoamor may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Alicante Bullring and Central Market.
Carolinas Bajas
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Carolinas Bajas and surrounding area, you can visit Alicante Harbour and Alicante Bullring.
