Alicante

Alicante

Province of Alicante (Valencian Community)

A vibrant Mediterranean port city known for its iconic Santa Bárbara Castle, beautiful Postiguet Beach, and the palm-lined Explanada de España promenade. It serves as a gateway to the famous Costa Blanca.

Practical Travel Guide for Alicante

Make your journey smoother with essential practical information to read before traveling.

Visa Information

Part of the Schengen Area, allowing visa-free travel for up to 90 days for many nationalities.

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Getting Around

The city center is compact and easily walkable. Alicante has an efficient public transport system, including buses, a tram (TRAM), and taxis, providing easy access to surrounding areas and beaches.

Local Flavors

Alicante's cuisine is part of the Valencian region, with rice dishes (Arroz) at its heart. Fresh seafood is abundant, and Mediterranean vegetables and famous Spanish tapas are also staples.

Arroz a Banda (Rice cooked in fish stock)Turrón (Nougat made of almonds and honey)Fideuà (Seafood pasta dish, similar to paella)