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Basílica of Santa Maria, Alicante

Basílica of Santa Maria, Alicante: Our most recommended tours and activities

Alicante: City and Beach Bike Tour

1. Alicante: City and Beach Bike Tour

Explore the historic city of Alicante in a tour that passes through the colorful neighbourhood "Santa Cruz", city center, Postiguet beach and the port of Alicante. Join us while we pedal by stunning Mercado Central, Basilica of Saint Mary, Luceros square, seafront promenade and Explanada. Enjoy impressive sights of Santa Barbara castle and the shadow of hundred years old trees. Our local tour guide will make sure you fall in love with the city, showing hidden spots and explaining Alicante's rich history.

Alicante: Highlights Bike or E-Bike Tour

2. Alicante: Highlights Bike or E-Bike Tour

Explore the city on 2 wheels during a unique bike tour through Alicante. A local guide will show you the best spots in town and tell you about the history and culture of Alicante. This is an easy ride, which is suitable for all participants. Choose from either a standard bike or an E-bike. Discover the beaches, the old town, the port, beautiful parks and squares, alongside a variety of secrets spots that you wouldn't find on your own. As you peddle, learn stories about the city and receive tips about where to eat and get the best drinks. Cycle for about 2 hours with stops included.

Alicante: City Highlights Walking Tour with Drinks

3. Alicante: City Highlights Walking Tour with Drinks

Be prepared to fall in love with Alicante in 3 hours. This is the best of the all in one day! Learn about the Casa Carbonel building history Visit the Santa Maria oldest church from Alicante Walk along the Villa Calle vieja the entrance to the ol medieval city of Alicante Surprised at the Santa Cruz neighbourhood with the colourfull facades and local vibes Mingle with locals at a bustling food market Marvel with the Santa Barbara castle view point and history where you will enjoy a glass of wine or beer from alicante. Soak up awe-inspiring scenery and explore the city like a local. This Alicante walking tour is a great orientation for first-time visitor.

From Valencia: Private Day Trip to Alicante with Local Guide

4. From Valencia: Private Day Trip to Alicante with Local Guide

Experience a private guided tour of Alicante, a historic Mediterranean port city and one of the most important tourist destinations in Spain. See the city’s main sites – including a castle, a cathedral, churches, and plazas – accompanied by a private local guide and with private transportation. Begin your day by getting picked up at a location of your choice in Valencia. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the views as you head off to Alicante in your own private air-conditioned vehicle. Take the stress out of the trip knowing the vehicle is at your disposal for the entire day. Get to know historic Alicante with the help of a private tour guide and learn all about a city that has been inhabited for over 7,000 years. Start your tour by visiting Santa Barbara Castle. Located at the top of Mount Benacantil, from here you can take in breathtaking views of the city. Next, descend to the historic city center and pay a visit to the Town Hall, one of the most recognizable buildings in Alicante. Continue to soak in the atmosphere of the city by checking out the other famous squares: the Plaza de Los Luceros, the Gabriel Miró Square, and the Plaza de Correosand. Head to the Co-cathedral of San Nicolás and marvel at this Renaissance building with its iconic 45-meter high blue dome. After that stroll over to the oldest church in the city, the Basilica of Santa Maria, which mixes Gothic and Baroque styles and was built on the remains of an Islamic mosque. Especially if you’re a food lover, don’t miss the opportunity to swing by Alicante’s Central Market. Savor the sights and smells of this authentic popular market spread out over two floors, and grab a snack along the way (price not included in the tour). Stop off at Alicante’s bullring, one of the oldest in Spain. Listen as your guide tells you all about the history of this building, which was built in 1847 by local architect Emilio Jover. The bullring is still in use today, not only for bullfighting festivals but also for various cultural events. Pay a visit to a local Alicante restaurant whenever you feel peckish (price not included) and sample some of the local traditional rice-based dishes. Finish your tour with a relaxing drive back to your accommodation in Valencia and enjoy an evening of rest after a day of history and culture.

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What people are saying about Basílica of Santa Maria, Alicante

Overall rating

4.6 / 5

based on 62 reviews

A great tour expertly led by Manu. He was very knowledgeable and informative and showed us parts of Alicante we would never have found. He also explained a lot about the history of the City. Would definitely recommend

Informative and friendly guide. Cloudy morning which helped. Lots of tips for things to do for the remainder of our holiday. A great way to spend a morning.

Very nice tour! Dutch guide, full of fun stories and facts. Bike ride was great fun, easy to do and fun for young and old. Recommended to do in Alicante!

Nice guide could tell a lot about Alicante. Highly recommended

A well balanced mix or riding, stories and local tips :)