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- 6 things to do in Alicante
6 things to do in Alicante
Alicante offers relaxation and seaside city fun, but also history and cultural attractions. Here are 6 things to do in Alicante!1- Visit the Archaeological Museum
The Provincial Archaeological Museum of Alicante is the right place to learn about the origins of Alicante. You'll start in prehistory with the hunter-gatherers and see the first handcrafted metal objects forged around Alicante. The Iberian room, on the other hand, is dedicated to the many nearby pre-Roman archaeological sites that gave rise to pieces of sculpture and ceramics. Perhaps most interesting are the exhibits covering the medieval era, when for a brief period Jewish, Islamic and Christian cultures existed side by side in Alicante.
2- Relax at Postiguet beach
Right next to the old town there is a very functional beach, if you don't want to go far to enjoy the sea and sand. Playa del Postiguet is a golden sandy beach with shallow and calm sea. Given its size and location, the beach can get a little crowded in the summer.
3- Experience the Mercado Central
This large covered market at the top of Alfonso el Sabio is home to a plethora of fish and meat stalls. The fish stalls are a particular attraction, with their counters almost overflowing with crabs, lobsters, squid, and more. Fresh fruits and vegetables also abound, and you can look for some regional specialties such as torrone turrón and Mistela, a sweet dessert wine.
4- Visit the Museum of Contemporary Art
A curious fact about this attraction dedicated to modern art is that it is located in one of the oldest buildings in Alicante, a former barn built in 1687 next to the Basilica of Santa Maria. Founded in 1976, the collection includes about 800 pieces, representing many of the most famous artists of the 20th century, including Picasso, Francis Bacon, Salvador Dalí and Joan Miró.5- Trip to Tabarca
6- Admire the Towers of Alicante
If you want to delve further into the history of Alicante, then you can download a map of the coastal watchtowers in the area. For centuries, this part of Spain was threatened by Barbary pirates, who plundered the coastal towns. Beginning in the 1500s, a sophisticated network of defenses and lookouts were built to warn people to retreat behind the walls. Some thirty of these towers can still be found today in the Huerta de Alicante, which encompasses the city and nearby villages.Compare deals on flights to Alicante with Jetcost now!
