Alicante Travel Forum

Hi all,

I'm heading to Alicante next week with a bunch of friends and it's my first time in Spain. Just wondering if anyone had any pointers? Is there any food I should definitely try? Or beaches, clubs, historical sites that are a must?
I'm very excited about this trip but totally clueless, any ideas would be greatly appreciated. Thanks a million,

Clare

Hello - you sound excited - won't it be nice to get away from the rain!

If you have a minute take a look at the VT Alicante Travel Guide - all written by VT members who know it well. Tou will find lots of information about the area and tips on what to do and see and where to visit.

http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Europe/Spain/Comunidad_Valenciana/Alicante-276251/TravelGuide-Alicante.html

If it won't cut and paste just put Alicante in the VT Destination search (top right of page) and it will appear.

Have a great time.

Hi Clare
Though I only spent 2 days in Alicante recently I have some recommendations for the city and a couple of more general tips:)
First food... if you've checked the VT restaurant tips you'll maybe have noticed the 3 Lizarran tapas bars get a big thumbs up. My aunt and uncle live nearby and always head to a Lizarran when in the city. I found the city a little expensive so was especially glad to find a fantastic (but cheap)lunch menu at Mare Meua (see my Alicante page.) A general tip about tapas bars in Spain is DON'T be put off if there are loads of paper napkins all over the floor. It doesn't mean it's dirty just very popular and waiters and cooks are so busy they don't have time or the room to keep running out with a broom:)
The moorish Santa Barbara castle dominates the city.The marina area is really pretty with lots of places to have a coffee or glass of wine but from what I saw being served the food looked a little average.
Tourist Info should give you details about the roman city being excavated at the end of the tram line. El Barrio is the small historic quarter with lots of bars and clubs. If you're looking for presents the Alicante region is the home of turron,a nougat traditionally eaten at Christmas.
One warning...I did see posters warning visitors about bagsnatchers and lack of police interest in the problem.
Hope you have a great time!