What to do in Gran Alacant

Activities, attractions and tours

Gran Alacant Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Gran Alacant is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Gran Alacant to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Gran Alacant Attractions

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Top places to visit

1. Alicante Harbour

For many visitors to the coast of Spain, the Alicante Harbour is the first port of call. When most of Alicante’s maritime industry shifted to nearby Valencia in the 1980s, the city’s harbor precinct was redeveloped for the tourist market. Today, 80,000 visitors disembark at the harbor from cruise ships, ferries and pleasure craft each year. The area surrounding the harbor is busy most of the day, with locals and visitors alike strolling the promenade in search of the perfect restaurant or bar.
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Alicante Harbour which includes a bay or harbour

2. Postiguet Beach

Those wanting to cool off after a day of exploring Alicante’s treasures will love this stretch of beach. If you’ve always wanted to swim in the Mediterranean Ocean, this is an ideal place to fulfill your dream. Located adjacent to Alicante’s famous harbor precinct, Postiguet Beach can easily be reached on foot from the city, making it an ideal candidate for a quick swim.
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Postiguet Beach featuring swimming, tropical scenes and a beach

3. Campello Beach

Decades of tourist development along the Spanish coast have eroded some of the traditional character from the coastal towns. But El Campello and its stunning Campello Beach have resisted the transformation. The area offers a beautiful seaside getaway with all of southern Spain’s authentic charm. Make the trip to the beach for some of the best watersports on the coast or to visit the lively fishing harbor and watch the boats come and go. A stroll along the miles of wide, pristine white sand will reveal beautiful beachfront architecture and the relaxed approach to life perfected by generations of locals. Campello Beach is the perfect daytrip for visitors to Alicante, and a family-friendly swimming spot.
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Campello Beach which includes swimming, a luxury hotel or resort and a sandy beach

4. Alicante Golf Course

Marked with a lake in the shape of an “S,” the designer’s initial, there is no doubt that Alicante Golf Course is a source of pride for both Severiano Ballesteros and the people of Alicante. Opened in 1998 to cater to both the increasing numbers of Spanish golf players and the many beachgoers looking for somewhere to play golf between dips in the sea, it now serves as a championship course that is also beloved by amateurs. Bring clubs or rent some and try the ingeniously designed challenges of the greens.
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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.

5. Central Market

The people of Spain are incredibly passionate about their food; it’s a central part of their daily lives. For many residents of Alicante, their day begins at the Central Market, an enormous fresh market in the heart of the city. Covering a huge area, the market has more than 200 stalls on two levels. Most of the wares at the market are fresh produce and meats; however, there are some non-perishable items, making it a great destination to pick up authentic souvenirs. If you’re heading to the beach or planning on climbing Mount Benacantil, a stop at the market on your way out of town is a great way to prepare an inexpensive and healthy picnic and get a taste for local customs at the same time.
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Central Market which includes a city and markets

6. Explanada de Espana

The Spanish love their evening strolls. They even have a word for it: paseo. The Explanada de España is the promenade that runs from the busy port region and wraps itself around the coast. Its surface was constructed from more than 6 million marble tiles. The red, white and black patterns represent the waves of the Mediterranean Sea. It’s a hive of activity, by day or night, and one of the most popular routes to follow in the city.
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Explanada de Espana which includes markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Recommended things to do in Gran Alacant

Number of things to do
137
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Santa Pola : Pola Park Entry ticket: CA $17
Top 5 things to do
Half-day tours
With kids

What to do in Gran Alacant

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Pola Amusement Park

Bring the kids to Pola Amusement Park and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Santa Pola. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Pola Amusement Park

Santa Pola Food Market

During your visit to Santa Pola, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Santa Pola Food Market. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Santa Pola Food Market

Playa Lisa

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Lisa during your trip to Santa Pola? You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Playa Lisa

Playa de Levante

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa de Levante during your trip to Santa Pola? You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Playa de Levante

Salinas de Santa Pola Nature Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Salinas de Santa Pola Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Santa Pola. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.

Salinas de Santa Pola Nature Reserve

Playa de Tamarit

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa de Tamarit during your trip to Santa Pola? You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Playa de Tamarit

Santa Pola Salt Museum

You can study the exhibits at Santa Pola Salt Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Santa Pola. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Santa Pola Salt Museum

Calas del Este

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Calas del Este during your trip to Santa Pola? You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Calas del Este

Calas de Santiago Bernabeu

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Calas de Santiago Bernabeu during your trip to Santa Pola? You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Calas de Santiago Bernabeu

 

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Day trip destinations from Gran Alacant

Elche

Elche

Santa Pola

Santa Pola