Free Tour Alicante Old Town
Best Free Tour of Alicante
The historical port region, Alicante, has been inhabited by people for thousands of years, and has seen the likes of the Romans, Visigothic warlords, and Moorish invaders which have all left their mark on the city. Come and explore the hidden history as we uncover the history, legends, and secrets of Alicante’s turbulent past. But we don’t just cover the past!! Alicante also boasts a bustling cultural, and gastronomic scene. We’ll keep you up to date on all the goings on, and good places to eat, drink, and dance the night away.
Meeting Point
1st of La Explanada de España, in front of the Peret ice cream parlour. Once booking, you will receive an email with further details.
Days: Every day at 11am*
*July & August at 10:30
Duration: 2-2,5 hours
Price: Free, you choose the price
Extra Info
BOOKING for this tour IS MANDATORY!
Please, check the calendar for further availability.
Price: This is a tips basis tour, at the end you pay what you think the tour is worth!
IMPORTANT!!
The first stop is at the port, if you are late, cross the road and look for us there.
We need a min of 5 people to run the tour.
The best Free Tour of Alicante includes:
Basilica of Santa María
Placed where the main Mosque of Alicante used to be, is the origin of religion in our city.
Explanada de España
Other than our meeting point is also one of the main symbols of Alicante.
Alicante City Hall
called in Spanish el Ayuntamiento, is one of the most emblematic buildings in Alicante.
St. Nicholas Pro-Catherdal
Nowadays the main church in Alicante which hiddes an amaizing cloister.
Secret places in the Old Town
We will wander around the old town telling you all its curiosities and secrets places.
The port
The history of Alicante could not be understood without the port. Battles, comerce, gastronomy; our culture and history is coming from the sea.
Gastronomy
This tour includes a FREE TASTING of turrón (our main sweet, known all around the world) and our traditional liquor. (Not available on Sundays and bank holidays).
The Central Market
The best place in the city to find good quality food at a very good value. Back then, the centre of Alicante social life.
The Spanish civil war
Alicante´s modern history was marked by the Spanish civil war. It was a very sad episode, but essential to understand our modern history.
Santa Barbara´s Castle
The largest medieval fortress in Europe and the jewel of Alicante. The main legends of Alicante were born there.
The best guides in the city!
Our local guides will tell you all about the history of the city, but also their experiences and family stories.