What to do and see in Alicante, Valencian Country: The Best Sightseeing Tours

December 14, 2021 Jacquiline Delozier

Alicante (/ˌælɪˈkænti, -teɪ/; Spanish: [aliˈkante]), or Alacant (Valencian: [alaˈkant]), both the Spanish and Valencian being official names, is a city and port in Spain on the Costa Blanca, the capital of the province of Alicante and of the comarca of Alacantí, in the south of the Valencian Community. It is also a historic Mediterranean port. The population of the city of Alicante proper was 330,525, estimated as of 2016, ranking as the second-largest Valencian city. Including nearby municipalities, the Alicante conurbation had 452,462 residents. The population of the metropolitan area (including Elche and satellite towns) was 757,085 as of 2014 estimates, ranking as the eighth-largest metropolitan area of Spain.
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1. Alcoy Walking Tour on the Modernist Route

Tourist Info Alcoi, Plaça Espanya, 14, 03801 Alcoi, Alicante, Spain Quality Guided Tours
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Admire the Modernist, Secessionist, and Neoclassical architecture of Alcoy, hear about the city’s traditions, festivities, and culture from your local expert guide, learn about the Industrial Revolution and the working conditions of the late 19th century.

Inclusions: Local guide, Professional guide, Professional art historian guide, Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By Vicki L

We booked our tour before arriving in Alicante. So glad we did. We toured Benidorm, Guadalest and Algar waterfalls. Jorge was a great driver, extremely accommodating and very knowledgeable.

2. Guadalest Private Shore Excursion from Alicante

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Book this 5-hour shore excursion from Alicante and make your way to Guadalest Valley and Benidorm. Enjoy a panoramic drive to these locations and discover small villages and views of the bay as you make your way there.

Inclusions: Local guide/driver, Port pick-up and drop-off, Transport by private car or mini-van up to 6 passengers and guide

Exclusions: Entrance fees to San José Castle and any museum, Gratuities, Food and drinks

Reviewed By Vicki L

We booked our tour before arriving in Alicante. So glad we did. We toured Benidorm, Guadalest and Algar waterfalls. Jorge was a great driver, extremely accommodating and very knowledgeable.

3. Guadalest Lost Valley and Altea from Benidorm

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Take a 4-hour personally guided tour with private transport from Benidorm and make your way to the Guadalest Valley with a stop in Altea. During a panoramic drive you'll have views of the Costa Blanca en route to these charming villages. Admire landmarks including San José Castle and the Town Hall. Pricing is per group, based on a maximum of four people.

Inclusions: Local guide, Transport by private car or mini-van for up to 6 passengers (driver and guide will be the same person), Professional driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks

Reviewed By michaelQ5370SN

Loved the walk,lots of folks about.The place is clean and tidy all the way.The views were great,,,glad we did it.

4. Alicante Half Day Private Tour with Transfers

Alicante, Alicante, Costa Blanca, Province of Alicante, Valencian Country Quality Guided Tours
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Explore Alicante on this 4-hour shore excursion with transportation. Discover this capital of province with 335,000 inhabitants that is known for its beaches, good weather and gastronomy and local festivities such as The Bonfires of San Juan.

Inclusions: Local guide, Transport by private car or mini-van up to 6 people, Port pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By Vicki L

We booked our tour before arriving in Alicante. So glad we did. We toured Benidorm, Guadalest and Algar waterfalls. Jorge was a great driver, extremely accommodating and very knowledgeable.

5. Alicante Shore Excursion: Private Walking Tour

Volvo Ocean Race: Race Village 2017-18, Muelle Levante, 03002 Alicante (Alacant), Alicante, Spain Quality Guided Tours
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Enjoy a 3-hour walking tour through the city center of Alicante. Discover all its main landmarks and monuments as well as all the local crafts and taste local products like the well known sangria (optional). Maximum group size 15 for the private tour.

Inclusions: Local guide, Pickup and drop-off from the meeting point

Exclusions: Sangria tasting (approx. 4 EUR per person), Elevator to the castle (approx. 6 EUR per person), Gratuities

Reviewed By Vicki L

We booked our tour before arriving in Alicante. So glad we did. We toured Benidorm, Guadalest and Algar waterfalls. Jorge was a great driver, extremely accommodating and very knowledgeable.

6. Alicante and Elche Shore Excursion from Benidorm

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Discover the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Elche plus the historical city center of Alicante on a 5-hour shore excursion. Admire Elche's palm tree landscapes, historic landmarks, and cultural traditions at this Mediterranean destination. Visit its main monuments before a personalized look around Alicante's Old Town. Pricing is per group, based on a maximum of four people, with hotel/port transport from Alicante.

Inclusions: Local guide, Pick up where the shuttle bus from the cruise stops., Transport car or mini-van by air-conditioned up to 6 people (driver and guide will be the same person)

Exclusions: Entrance fees to the "Huerto del Cura" Palm groove, Food and drinks at lunch time, Gratuities

Reviewed By gentenaar2013

A Lovely village but very touristic all year round a lot of tourists visit Guadalest there is a walk up to the village proper.. some lovely views too of the Reservoir and greenery down below in the valley One or two museums to one is a House made in to a museum to show how people in Guadalest lived in days gone by. there was a small entrance fee too as it is privately owned. Lots of souvenir shops too but good stuff inside them not trash.

7. Private green road bike tour

Av. Salamanca, 532, 03003 Alicante (Alacant), Alicante, Spain Travel Costa Blanca
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3-hour private bike tour on the most scenic green route on the Costa Blanca. The route begins at the Alcoy railway station and takes place in the pine forests of the Carrascal de la Font Roja Natural Park. The road goes through tunnels made in the mountains, through viaducts in one of the most picturesque and green areas of the Alicante province. At the stops you can take photos and our guides will tell you about the history of this green road and area. In the middle of the route we will make a stop, have a picnic and taste typical local snacks. The cycle route goes along a safe wide road and does not require special physical training. Choose this tour if you want to: • enjoy mountain scenery • learn the history of the region • spend your day in a great way • have a picnic • take a private tour Bike, helmet, snacks and transfer from Alicante are included in the price.

Inclusions: Transfer to/from Alicante to the start point, Bike, Helmet, Snacks, Water, 2 guides, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By emmafS1529EX

The guide was very friendly and flexible. We cycled 13km which was all flat and very easy. She was insightful on Spanish culture and the local landmarks.

8. Alicante: Castle And Historical Centre

Castillo Santa Bárbara, 03002 Alicante, Spain
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Discover by the hands of our tour guides the history and culture of the Alicante city. Our first stop is located at 169 metres above the sea level, where stands the Castle of Santa Barbara that started the city of Al-Laqant, built 1000 years ago. Today from that same spot you can enjoy the best views of the city and it is a great starting point to learn about the fascinating story of Alicante. We offer a private tour, with no rush, just enjoying the moment, the legends and what our guides have to say about this charming city.

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9. Half Day Private Tour of Guadalest and Fuentes de Algar

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We will travel the Costa Blanca by road until we enter the Alicante mountain. A natural border takes us to a totally different landscape in just a few kilometers. Historical territory that gave rise to the birth of the Arab warrior whose legend is one of the origins of the Moors and Christians festival. Towns such as La Nucía, Polop, Callosa d´en Sarriá, Benimantell or Guadalest itself, are integrated into the landscape sprouting from the mountain itself. Stop at Polop de la Marina, the town where Gabriel Miró spent so many summers, authentic and local, we will drink water from its natural source. Then to Guadalest and visit one of the most visited and most beautiful places in Spain. We finish at the Fuentes del Algar, a series of natural pools and waterfalls that allow you to cool off in a unique setting. After the sources we return and end of visit. recommended comfortable footwear. Swimwear and footwear suitable for rocks (optional for bathing in the fountains).

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Bottled water

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10. Alicante Private Walking Tour

Casa Carbonell, Passeig Esplanada d'Espanya, 1, 03002 Alacant, Alicante, Spain Quality Guided Tours
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Enjoy a 3-hour walking tour through the city centre of Alicante. Discover all its main landmarks and monuments as well as all the local crafts and taste local products like the well known sangria.

Inclusions: Local guide, Private 3-hour walking tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks: sangria tasting around 4€ per person, Elevator to the castle, around 6€ per person, Gratuities

Reviewed By Vicki L

We booked our tour before arriving in Alicante. So glad we did. We toured Benidorm, Guadalest and Algar waterfalls. Jorge was a great driver, extremely accommodating and very knowledgeable.

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