Alicante, Spain

 

Visiting Spain for the vacations and making a trip to Alicante is something we do not want to miss out on. Alicante is one of Spain’s largest tourist destinations and every year a large number of people make their way to the city’s inviting attraction. 

Situated along the coast of Costa Blanca it is also a port to the Mediterranean Sea. The lively city of Spain, Alicante is known for its sunny beaches.  Also, a perfect place to get suntans, walk on the sand dunes and take a refreshing dive in the water. The food offered in the restaurant of Alicante is straight out of the delicious Spanish cuisine.  Food like tapas, croquette, gazpacho and so much more that we can’t say no to. There is a variety of fun-filled places all over Alicante.  Some of these are clubs, bars, castles and live entertainment on the streets available for people who are ready to experience what it’s like to live the Spanish life. 

The ideal time to visit Alicante is around the summer season.  This is when the beaches are of the perfect temperature and the city is bustling with happening events day and night. Locals of Alicante are very welcoming and love to host foreigners in their city.  Treating them with nothing but care and friendliness. After all, the famous phrase ‘mi casa es su casa’ which translates to ‘My home is your home’ does originate from Spain. 

Wondering what can you do when you go to Alicante?

Keep reading to find out some of the best things to do in the capital of the province of Alicante. 

Santa Barbara Castle:


This castle has stood by, witnessing everything that has happened in the history of Spain. The 16th-century castle, Santa Barbara is situated on the top of the mountain Benacantil. The castle is also a museum consisting of Spanish artifacts and heirlooms dating back to 1500. Tourists wake up early in the morning and prepare to climb this monument.  Also to gaze at the beauty of Alicante from a top view. For the less sporty people, there is an arrangement of lift that takes them up to the summit with ease.

Castle of Santa Barbara also hosts exhibitions on regularity which are open for history enthusiasts.

After the tour of the castle is over, people can walk outside and stand to absorb the wonderful view of the entire city from the top. 

And then they can make their way down to one of the most popular beaches, the beach of Postiguet Beach located just along the coast of the mountain on the foot of Castle Santa Barbara.

Postiguet Beach:


Touring the castle can get a little boring for some. So taking a visit to reenergize and feel fresh at the Postiguet Beach is what we suggest. The beach is stretched out on 800 meters of land on the coast of the castle and attracts many people.  Including the locals and tourists from out of town. Finding a spot to lay out the mat for a sunbath can be exhausting on the weekend. To land an area on the beach at the ideal location, it is better to visit the beach during the weekdays.

People usually have an amusing time playing beach volleyball.  Also swimming in the ocean, surfing the waves or relaxing on the warm sand soaking up the sun. 

The beach has some great eating sites which serve numerous mouth-watering food items ranging from Spanish specials to tasty beach snacks.

Restaurants:


Devouring in Spanish cuisine is one of the best parts about visiting Alicante. It’s easy to fall in love with a place that has food which is finger-licking good. Some of the Spanish specials that must be on the ‘Eat List’ when in Alicante are given below. 

  1. Tapas

    Looking to eat the best tapas in Alicante? Tapas bars in the city are known to serve superb tapas to all the foodies who make their way there. Tapas Alicante, El Portal, and Mavi are just to name a few of the places that are known to serve you with fine tasting tapas.

     

  2. Sea Food

A great benefit of being a port city is the availability of fresh seafood in restaurants at any time. The local Spanish cuisine: consists of a lot of seafood dishes prepared with authentic recipes that will give you unforgettable taste even after you’ve left Alicante. Visit Terre, ManeroandPiripi and try it yourself.

3. Cocktail Drinks

A magnificent place to dine and wine in Alicante is where you’ll find the city’s true essence. A wide array of a champagne list, cocktail drinks, and wines wait for you at Gatsby Cocktail Club, El Portal, and NouManolin. 

 

Don’t take too long packing for Alicante. Just grab a few good outfits, practice your Spanish and spend the next summer saying Hola Amigo!

Grab a few good outfits, practice your Spanish and spend the next summer saying Hola Amigo!