If you want to travel aboard a ferry to Alicante, make sure to spend a few hours visiting this beautiful Mediterranean city.
☀️ Although it has become a well-known tourist destination on the Costa Blanca over the years, it has kept intact the warm and familiar atmosphere typical of its small fishing village.
Reach the imposing Santa Barbara Castle, one of the country's largest fortresses, on Benacantil Mountain; the strenuous climb will be absolutely rewarded by the breathtaking views of the town and its port.
The island of Tabarca, a small archipelago with crystal-clear waters where you can enjoy delicious fish dishes, is about an hour from the port of Alicante.
🖼️ Among the various monuments in the center are undoubtedly the Museum of Contemporary Art, which also houses important works by Dalí, Miró and Picasso; the Church of Santa Maria, built on an old mosque, the Monastero de la Santa Faz and the Renaissance Church of St. Nicholas, which, with its blue dome and cloister, is considered one of the most beautiful Baroque churches in Spain.
A stroll along the Explanada, the classic pedestrian street lined with tall palm trees is a must, where street performers and musicians will give you a taste of authentic, lively daily life!
🍽️ Treat yourself to lunch at one of the typical seafood restaurants: endless are the specialties of Alicante cuisine, but the Sopa de Pescado y Marisco is an absolute must!
🏖️ If you want to take a break at the beach, just a short walk from the center the Playa de Postiguet with its fine sand and crystal clear waters is the perfect place to fully enjoy the sun and sea. Another beach not to be missed is Playa de San Juan, one of the most famous in Alicante!
How to reach the boardings:
Address: Polígono Babel, 03001 Alicante
GPS Coordinates: 38°19'38.3”N 0°30'07.4”W
The port of Alicante is about a 30-minute walk from the city center. Alicante's main train station is about 2 km away, and the “San Gabriel” station is not far from the embarkation docks. The ferry terminal can be reached by car via the N-332 and A-31 and is served by public buses and cabs. Alicante-Elche airport is located 12 km south of the city.
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