Alicante, Spain

Alicante Spain

Here is a revised English (USA) translation of your text, making it more natural and clear for an American audience: Located on the popular Costa Blanca, Alicante continues to attract tourists—probably because it still feels largely untouched by mass tourism. This beautiful, well-designed city is a hidden gem of Spain’s southern coast. Beyond its polished pedestrian walkways, you’ll find the bustling streets of the old town, nestled at the base of an impressive castle. With its drawbridges, moats, tunnels, and secret passageways, the Castillo de Santa Barbara is more than just another castle—it’s one of the largest medieval fortresses in Spain, offering sweeping views of the city and coastline. The Cathedral of San Nicolas de Bari is a great example of Spain’s austere Renaissance architecture, and it features a lovely cloister with intricately carved doors. Alicante also boasts some of the best nightlife in the region. El Puerto and El Barrio are among the liveliest areas in the city after dark, while the Esplanada is especially popular in the summer, as are the kiosks along Postiguet and San Juan beaches. With its beautiful sandy beaches, long waterfront, and mild, pleasant climate, Alicante truly has a Mediterranean vibe.
Recommended airport
Alicante -Elche Miguel Hernández Airport (ALC)
Points of interest
  • La Ereta Park
  • The Cigar Makers
  • Museum of Fine Arts Gravina
Nearby destinations
  • Benidorm a 37.19 km
  • Costa Blanca a 6.12 km
  • Altea a 47.11 km