Santa Bárbara Castle
A big medieval fortress on Mount Benacantil, 166 m above the sea. Take the lift from beside Postiguet beach up through the rock, then walk down through the old quarter.
Run by Global Ports Holding; the building was refurbished in 2025.
Walk about 20 minutes (around 1.5 km) along the harbour to the Explanada de España and the old town. A shuttle runs on many call days; ask on board whether your line provides one and if it is charged. Taxis wait at the terminal.
The terminal is accessible, and the harbour walk into town is flat.
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A big medieval fortress on Mount Benacantil, 166 m above the sea. Take the lift from beside Postiguet beach up through the rock, then walk down through the old quarter.
A well-presented archaeology museum covering Iberian, Roman and medieval Alicante. About 2 km from the centre: tram to MARQ stop or a short taxi.
The seafront promenade of wavy mosaic tiles under rows of palm trees, lined with terrace cafés.
The city tourist office on the harbour, on your way into town: maps, opening times and transport tips.
A sober Renaissance church with a blue dome and a peaceful cloister, in the heart of the old town.
Alicante's oldest church, Gothic inside with an ornate Baroque doorway, built over the site of the old mosque.