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.
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 Town Hall
Still the home of the Alicante civic life, this landmark structure is a superb example of 18th-century baroque architecture.
Things to do
Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting
Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar
Alicante Secret Society Exploration Game and Tour
Half Day Guided Walking Tour to Explore Alicante City
Alicante : Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Guadalest and Altea Day Trip from Alicante or Benidorm
Top hotels in Mercado
Hotel Leuka
Very convenient location for sightseeing and accessing amenities. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
BYPILLOW Paseo
From the detailed interior design to the amazing breakfast buffet, everything about this stay was perfect. It’s located right near the underground station, which was very convenient. It’s rare to find a place where every single detail is spot on. We loved it!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Reina Victoria Mercado
Urban Rooms Alicante
Melia Alicante
Bad service terrible rooms
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Odyssey Rooms
Pristinely clean and comfortable in a great location for central Alicante. Ideal for city overnighter or longer.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 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 Calle Castaños and Alicante Town Hall.
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 Bullring and Castle of Santa Barbara.
