From Valencia: Alicante City, Beach & Santa Bárbara Castle
ID: GYG1403935-2143637
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Discover Alicante on a full-day trip from Valencia. Explore the charming Santa Cruz neighborhood and Santa Bárbara Castle with a local guide, then enjoy free time to relax, shop, or visit the beach.
Travel comfortably from Valencia by bus and explore the rich history, colorful streets, and stunning coastal views of Alicante with the help of an expert local guide.
After arriving in Alicante, join a guided walking tour through the city's most iconic landmarks. Wander through the picturesque Santa Cruz neighborhood, famous for its whitewashed houses, flower-filled balconies, and narrow winding streets that preserve the city's authentic Mediterranean charm.
Continue to the impressive Santa Bárbara Castle, one of the largest medieval fortresses in Spain. Perched high above the city, the castle offers breathtaking panoramic views over Alicante, the marina, and the Mediterranean Sea. As you explore, your local guide will share fascinating stories about Alicante's past, its strategic importance, and the many civilizations that shaped the city.
After the guided tour, enjoy free time to experience Alicante at your own pace. Relax on the golden sands of Postiguet Beach, stroll along the famous Explanada de España lined with palm trees and colorful mosaics, browse local shops, enjoy authentic Spanish cuisine at one of the city's many restaurants, or simply soak up the lively Mediterranean atmosphere.
In the afternoon, meet your group and travel back to Valencia after a perfect day combining history, culture, spectacular viewpoints, and free time to explore one of the Costa Blanca's most beautiful destinations.
Highlights
- Discover Alicante on a full-day trip from Valencia with a local guide
- Explore the charming Santa Cruz neighborhood and its whitewashed houses
- Visit the impressive Santa Bárbara Castle and enjoy panoramic views
- Enjoy plenty of free time to relax, shop, or visit the beach
- Travel comfortably with round-trip transportation from Valencia
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the guided tour includes uphill sections and uneven streets.
Bring water, sunscreen and a hat, especially during the warmer months.
The tour to Santa Bárbara Castle is done on foot and requires a moderate level of fitness.
Free time is provided after the guided tour, allowing you to explore Alicante independently.
Food and drinks are not included. Alicante offers a wide variety of cafés, restaurants and shops during your free time.
Swimming at Postiguet Beach is possible during your free time if weather and sea conditions permit. Bring swimwear and a towel if you wish to swim.
INCLUDED
- Round-trip transportation from Valencia
- Guided walking tour
- Visit of Santa Cruz neighborhood
- Visit of Santa Bárbara Castle
- Free time in Alicante
- Local guide
- Tour coordinator throughout the day
NOT INCLUDED
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Entrance to optional museums or attractions
- Personal expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
