Alicante Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Valencian Community, Spain
About Alicante
The city is believed to have been founded by the Carthaginian general Hamilcar Barca, who established the fortified settlement of Akra Leuka (Greek: Ἄκρα Λευκή, meaning 'White Mountain' or 'White Point'), where Alicante stands today. It was later conquered by the Romans who renamed itLucentum. In mediaeval times, Alicante became a major Mediterranean trading station, exporting rice, wine, olive oil, oranges and wool.
Top Attractions in Alicante
Explore the best things to see and do in Alicante:
- ★Auditori de la Diputació d'Alacant
- ★Basílica de Santa Maria
- ★Carnaval
- ★Castell de la Santa Bàrbara
- ★Castell de Sant Ferran
- ★Epifanía
- ★Fogueres de Sant Joan
- ★Gay Pride
Where to Eat in Alicante
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴100 Montaditos
- 🍴Dársena
- 🍴El Nou Cisne
- 🍴La Taberna del Gourmet
- 🍴La Tasca Del Barrio
- 🍴Lemongrass Explanada
Where to Stay in Alicante
- 🏨Hotel Hospes Amérigo
- 🏨Hotel Les Monges Palace
- 🏨Hotel NH Alicante
- 🏨Hotel NH Rambla de Alicante
- 🏨Hotel San Remo
- 🏨La Milagrosa Bed & Breakfast
Alicante Travel Guide Sections
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