After a good long roast on Alicante's beaches, you'll find there's lots to see in the area. A trip up Mount Benacantil to the Castle of Santa Barbara will reward you with scenic views of the city and the surrounding sea, as well as tours of the venerable 9th-century fortress itself. At the Alicante Museum of Contemporary Art, you can peruse permanent collections and rotating exhibits of the works of some of the biggest names in modern art, including Pablo Picasso, Joan Miro, and Salvador Dali.
Soaking up the sun is the order of the day in Alicante. You'll find a number of wide, sandy beaches in the area, and Postiguet Beach is one of the most popular. Here, you'll find plenty of space for sunbathing and other waterfront activities, as well as a boardwalk lined with palm trees and dotted with cafes. San Juan Beach boasts a thriving nighttime scene, and beachfront bonfires can be seen throughout the summer months. The city hosts a number of festivals throughout the year, the biggest of which is the Bonfires of Saint John, an exuberant celebration held each year around the summer solstice.
Alicante has a semi-arid climate, with hot, dry summers and relatively mild winters, without much rainfall throughout the year. Summer highs average around 87 degrees in July and August, while average winter temperatures range from the mid 40s to the low 60s between December and February. Spring and fall are relatively warm, but September, October, and November are the city's wettest months, so plan accordingly. Summer is the city's busiest season, and you'll be more likely to score killer Alicante vacation rentals during the cooler, quieter winter months.
Alicante lies on the eastern coast of Spain, in the Costa Blanca region along the edge of the Mediterranean Sea. The area features sandy beaches interspersed with rocky coastline, and fishing, boating, and swimming are popular pastimes. While the city itself is fairly built up, nature lovers can spot plenty of species of wildlife along the region's ample shoreline, including crabs, herons, gulls, and terns, as well as several types of fish. With an Alicante vacation rental, the scenic waterfront playground of the Costa Blanca will be right at your fingertips.
Fly into Alicante (ALC-Alicante Intl.), the closest airport, located 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from the city center.
If you'd rather travel by train, you can make your way to Alacant Terminal Station.
Our 2021 property listings offer a large selection of 2,042 vacation rentals around Alicante. From 208 villa rentals to 743 house rentals, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends.
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Vrbo offers a large selection of vacation rentals near lovely places in Alicante. From Vrbo travelers, the top most popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:
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