Alicante · Costa Blanca, Spain
Alicante Tours & Things to Do
Discover the best Alicante tours and things to do on Spain’s sunny Costa Blanca: take a day trip to the cliff-top village of Guadalest and the Algar Waterfalls, learn to cook paella with a market visit, taste Costa Blanca wines on a bodega tour, sail to the car-free island of Tabarca, and explore the old town beneath Santa Bárbara Castle. Compare top-rated experiences and plan the perfect trip.
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Sunset tours in Alicante
Departures that are under way when the sun sets in the coming weeks — start times checked against the local sunset.
Good for families in Alicante
Children can join from a young age and pay less than adults — taken from each operator’s price list.
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Explore Alicante by interest
Whatever brings you to Alicante — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
Guadalest & Algar
Village & falls.
ExploreCity & castle
Old town views.
ExplorePaella & tapas
Cook & taste.
ExploreWine tours
Costa Blanca bodegas.
ExploreTabarca island
Boat & snorkel.
ExploreCaves & adventure
Canelobre & kayak.
ExploreFlamenco & villages
Culture & coast.
ExplorePhoto tours
Castle & coast.
ExploreWhat to see
Top attractions in Alicante
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.
Santa Bárbara Castle
Hilltop fortress.
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Guadalest
Cliff-top village.
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Tabarca Island
Marine reserve.
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Paella & Tapas
Costa Blanca food.
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Wine Bodegas
Local tastings.
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The Explanada
Palm promenade.
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Catamaran Sailing
Coastal cruises.
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Algar Waterfalls
Turquoise pools.
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3 days
Alicante in 3 days
- 1Day 1: city & castle
- 2Day 2: Guadalest & Algar
- 3Day 3: Tabarca
- 4Wine tour
~1 hr awayGuadalest
Cliff-top village.
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~1 hr awayAlgar Waterfalls
Turquoise pools.
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~1 hr awayTabarca Island
Marine reserve.
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~45 min awayWine Country
Bodega tastings.
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~1 hr awayAltea
Whitewashed town.
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~30 min awayCanelobre Caves
Vast caverns.
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Practical guide
Know before you go
Short, straight answers to the questions every Alicante visitor asks before booking.
Spring (Apr–Jun)
The best time, with warm, pleasant weather ideal for touring and the coast.
Summer (Jul–Aug)
Hot and busy — peak beach season, lively with the Hogueras festival in June.
Autumn (Sep–Oct)
Warm seas and thinner crowds make early autumn a lovely time to visit.
Winter (Nov–Mar)
Mild and sunny — pleasant for sightseeing, though cooler for swimming.
Wine season
Autumn brings the grape harvest — a great time for wine tours.
Shoulder seasons
Spring and autumn balance great weather with fewer crowds.
One day
The castle and old town.
Three days
Add Guadalest and Tabarca.
Five days
Add wine tours, caves and villages.
For foodies
Paella, tapas and wine.
For nature
Guadalest and the Algar Waterfalls.
With kids
Castle, falls and boat trips.
On foot
The old town, port and Explanada are compact and best explored on foot.
Tours & transfers
Guided tours with pickup are easiest for Guadalest, wine country and the caves.
Tram
The TRAM light rail links Alicante with coastal towns up to Benidorm and Denia.
By boat
Ferries sail to Tabarca island from the port and Santa Pola.
Getting there
Alicante-Elche Airport is close to the city, well connected across Europe.
Rental car
A car helps for exploring the Costa Blanca’s villages and wine country.
Euros
Alicante uses the euro; cards are widely accepted across the city and coast.
Book ahead
Guadalest tours, paella classes and Tabarca boats fill up in summer — reserve early.
Sun protection
The Costa Blanca sun is strong — bring sunscreen, a hat and water.
Try the rice
Sample paella and arroz a banda — the region’s signature rice dishes.
Castle walk
You can walk, drive or take a lift up to Santa Bárbara Castle.
Hogueras festival
Visit in June for the fiery Hogueras de San Juan bonfire festival.
Guadalest tours
Popular day trips sell out — book ahead.
Paella classes
Small-group cooking classes fill up — reserve early.
Tabarca boats
Island boat trips book out in summer — reserve ahead.
Wine tours
Countryside bodega tours fill up — book early.
City tours
Tuk-tuk and e-bike tours sell out — reserve ahead.
Summer dates
July and August are busiest — reserve everything ahead.
Guadalest tour
Around €35–55 for a Guadalest and Algar day trip.
Paella class
About €55–85 for a paella cooking class with market visit.
Tabarca boat
Roughly €25–40 for a Tabarca island boat trip.
Wine tour
Around €50–80 for a countryside wine tasting tour.
City tour
About €20–40 for a tuk-tuk or e-bike city tour.
How to save
Join group tours, use the tram, and book combos.
When to visit
Alicante through the seasons
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.
Spring (Apr–Jun)
Apr–Jun
- Best for
- Touring & coast.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Book ahead.
Summer (Jul–Aug)
Jul–Aug
- Best for
- Beaches & fiestas.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Hot, busy.
Autumn (Sep–Oct)
Sep–Oct
- Best for
- Warm, harvest.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Great time.
Winter (Nov–Mar)
Nov–Mar
- Best for
- Mild sightseeing.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Cooler sea.
People also ask
Alicante travel FAQ
What are the best tours in Alicante?
The highest-rated experiences are a Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls day trip, a paella cooking class, a Costa Blanca wine tour, a Tabarca island boat trip, and a city and castle tour.
What should I book in advance in Alicante?
Reserve Guadalest tours, paella classes, Tabarca boats and wine tours ahead, especially in the summer peak.
How many days do I need in Alicante?
One day covers the city and castle, three add Guadalest and Tabarca, and five let you enjoy wine tours, caves and coastal villages.
Is Alicante worth visiting?
Yes — Alicante pairs a lively old town and the hilltop Santa Bárbara Castle with golden beaches, the pretty village of Guadalest and superb food and wine.
When is the best time to visit Alicante?
Spring and autumn are ideal, with warm, pleasant weather for touring, though Alicante is sunny almost year-round.
What day trips can you take from Alicante?
Top trips include Guadalest and the Algar Waterfalls, Tabarca island, the wine country, and coastal villages like Altea.
Is Alicante good for families?
Yes — the castle, the Algar Waterfalls, Tabarca boat trips and golden beaches make Alicante a great family destination.
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