Bathed by the Mediterranean Sea and blessed with over 300 days of sunshine a year, Alicante is a city where history, flavor, and rhythm come together effortlessly. Even with just 48 hours, you can experience the best of its charm — and the perfect way to begin is with a walking tour that connects you with its essence from the very start.
1. Start your trip with the essentials: a free walking tour
There’s no better introduction than joining a Free Walking Tour in Alicante. Our Alicante Walking Tour goes far beyond the typical postcard views. You’ll discover the city’s origins as a 9th-century Muslim medina and explore legends, battles, and secrets that shaped the soul of Alicante.
This local tour in Alicante is more than sightseeing — it’s a journey through the city’s layered identity.
2. Taste Alicante’s soul through its local products
In 2025, Alicante was crowned Spain’s Gastronomic Capital. On our local food tour, you’ll taste what makes its cuisine unique: Mediterranean tapas, fresh seafood, and the famous red shrimp — all paired with regional wines like Monastrell and Moscatel.
Don’t miss the handmade turrón and ice cream that complete this flavorful tour in Alicante.
3. Join the locals on a Saturday “tardeo”
If your visit includes a Saturday, immerse yourself in the vibrant local tradition of tardeo. Begin with a vermouth and local bites at the Central Market, then head to Castaños Street for an early-starting nightlife scene that’s pure Alicante.
This spontaneous, energetic celebration of life is something you won’t find in any guidebook.
4. Visit a Renaissance fortress with unbeatable views
Rising above the city is the Castle of Santa Bárbara — a must on any tour in Alicante. This 16th-century stronghold offers stunning views over the sea and is the perfect spot to soak in history and sunshine at the same time.
5. Discover where all of Spain begins: City Hall
Alicante’s City Hall is home to Spain’s official “cota cero” (zero elevation level), the point from which the height of the entire country is measured. While admiring its baroque beauty, you’ll also find curious details and elegant salons inside.
Make this quirky stop part of your free walking tour or private local tour.
6. Explore Alicante’s free museums
Who says you need a big budget to enjoy culture? Alicante offers free-entry museums like the MACA (with works by Picasso and Miró), the Bonfires Museum, and the Water Museum. For something extra, the MARQ Archaeological Museum offers immersive exhibits and has been named one of Europe’s best.
7. Stroll through neighborhoods full of color and character
Alicante is best experienced on foot. Walk the Explanada promenade or wander through the vibrant Santa Cruz district, where colorful houses and flowered balconies await.
Choose a private local tour to explore these hidden corners with a guide who knows where the real stories live.
8. Sea breeze and sunshine all year round
Take a break at Postiguet Beach, just minutes from the historic center. With its mild Mediterranean climate, Alicante feels like spring almost every day — making it ideal for spontaneous walks, picnics, or just soaking in the view after your free walking tour.
9. Experience our festivals and traditions
Alicante celebrates life all year round. From the vibrant Carnival and solemn Holy Week processions to the city’s most iconic event — the Bonfires of San Juan in June — there’s always something happening. Add to that the Moors and Christians festivals and traditional neighborhood celebrations in places like Santa Cruz or San Antón, and you’ll feel the local spirit everywhere.
Time your visit with a local festivity, and your free walking tour or local tour will become even more unforgettable.
10. Enjoy nearby towns and beaches
Alicante is the perfect starting point to explore some of the most beautiful towns and beaches nearby. Visit Altea with its whitewashed streets and stunning sea views, the natural wonder of Calpe and its iconic Peñón de Ifach, or the charming coastal town of Jávea with its crystal-clear waters and historic old town.
These local excursions add a refreshing and authentic touch to any tour in Alicante.
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