Alicante Tour: Full City, Castle, Market & Tapas Experience

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About this activity

Explore Alicante’s most iconic landmarks and hidden gems on an unforgettable semi-private walking tour. Enjoy breathtaking views from the majestic Santa Bárbara Castle and uncover its most fascinating corners.

On the morning tour, wander through the Central Market, sample local delicacies, and enjoy the city’s delicious tapas.

On the afternoon tour, visit some of Alicante’s most authentic bars, savor their specialties, and immerse yourself in the true local atmosphere.

All of this takes place in a small, semi-private group, ensuring a more personal, relaxed, and 100% authentic experience.

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At a glance

Duration: 3–4 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 8 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Local Tours Alicante

Ages: Children (0–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Snacks: Tastings of Alicante products, plus a snack
Included: The admission fees to the castle
Included: Transport to the Castle
Included: Certified tourist guide.

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Stop 1

15 min

We will stroll along this stunning promenade made with 6.5 million small marble tiles. You will learn about its real history.
Casa Carbonell

10 min

You will admire this Modernist building, a reflection of the bourgeois aspirations of old Alicante. You'll also learn about some of its most famous figures.
Alicante City Hall

15 min

After meeting your guide, you’ll head towards the Town Hall, where you’ll discover the fascinating neoclassical architecture of this iconic building and learn about some of the remarkable characters who have passed through its halls over the years.
Basilica Santa Maria

15 min

At this point, after admiring its architecture and learning some of the secrets behind its construction, you will discover one of the most astonishing miracles that has occurred in this Basilica.
Castillo de Santa Barbara

40 min Admission included

We will walk to the elevator that will take us to Santa Bárbara Castle, one of the best-preserved Renaissance fortresses in Spain, offering incredible views of the city.
Barrio Santa Cruz

15 min

Enjoy strolling through its narrow, flower-filled streets, admire the views from its various viewpoints while learning about its history
Plaza de Ruperto Chapi

Passing by

On our way to the market, we’ll pass through this square to admire the Principal Theatre of Alicante, a magnificent example of neoclassical architecture, with its imposing columns that stand out in the urban landscape.
Mercados de Alicante

30 min

On the morning tour, traveling is also about enjoying the local cuisine—we will visit the Central Market, where you'll experience Alicante's culture firsthand and taste samples of the most traditional products from the region.

On the afternoon tour, this stop is replaced by a visit to local bars and shops, where you can taste some of Alicante’s most typical products and experience the city like a local.
Alicante

15 min

Your will enjoy a stop to taste a small tapa accompanied by a drink at a local bar. You can do this halfway through the tour or at the end.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

You will meet your guide at the entrance of the Tourist Office, a grey metallic building located near the port. Your guide will be carrying a green folder to make her easier to recognize.

End point

This tour ends at the market, where we will make a stop to explore some of Alicante's most authentic flavors. On days when the market is closed, the tour will finish at a local bar where we’ll enjoy a tasting of some typical local tapas

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.