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Private Alicante Shore Excursion with Castle Tour
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Alicante (Alacant)
Discover Alicante's landmarks and hidden gems with a private castle tour. Enjoy panoramic views and explore with a licensed guide. Tailor-made for you.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Castillo de Santa Barbara - Atop the 166 metres of Mount Benacantil sits the Castillo de Santa Bárbara. This castle was designed as one of the largest medieval fortresses in Spain, from which visitors can enjoy 360º views of the city of Alicante. The Castillo de Santa Bárbara has been considered a Cultural-Interest Site since 1961.
- Concatedral Sant Nicolau de Bari d’Alacant - Main Catholic religious building in the heart of Alicante.
- Alicante Town Hall - This baroque work of civil architectonics was designed by architect Lorenzo Chápuli and built on the site of the former city hall in the 18th century. Visitors can admire its ornamental elements such as the barley-sugar columns on the facade or its two towers.
- Casa Carbonell - The Carbonell House Known as “Casa Carbonell” or “Carbonell House” and standing at Number 1 on the Explanada de España, this is one of the most striking buildings in Alicante. Built by J. Vidal Ramos between 1922 and 1925.
- Passeig Esplanada d’Espanya - The postcard of Alicante, Explanada de España iis one of the city’s emblems. It runs parallel to one of the port wharfs and is lined on both sides with rows of palm trees. The floor is decorated with 6.600.000 tricolour marble tiles.
- Placa Gabriel Miro - Also known as “Post Office Square”, as the Postal Service Headquarters is located here in a magnificent building that has recently been restored to its former glory. This square is situated in a strategic central location, very close to the main business district and the old town. Its leafy centenary ficus trees make this a particularly special place to enjoy a local glass of wine or beer in a bar facing the it.
- Placa de la Santissima Fac - La Santísima Faz square The Santísima Faz square is one of the city’s most picturesque squares. Located just behind the Town Hall, it is one of the points of access to the old town. The square is flanked by tall palm trees. Lets learn about the Santa Faz miracle in Alicante.
What's Included
- A beer or local wine or non-alcoholic beverages per person
- Licensed tour guide
What's Not Included
- Private transportation
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Santa Barbara castle elevator ticket entrance. The price is 2,70 euros per person
Additional Information
Dive into the origin of Alicante as you see the city’s main landmarks like Santa Barbara castle, Concatedral de Sant Nicolas, and Esplanada d’Espanya. And how about the hidden gems? Oh, you’re in for a surprise! This private tour is tailor-made for you.
Explore the city with a licensed tour guide
Enjoy the panoramic views from the medieval castle
Discover the Alicante hidden gems
- To go up to the castle of Santa Barbara you must keep in mind that there is an elevator available but there is a section that you must walk up to reach the highest part
Location
Museo The Ocean Race
Muelle Levante
You will find the official guide with his identifying license at the meeting point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Barrie_r
Apr 12, 2024
Great giude, great tour in Alicante - Her command of english was great. The personal insight about life in Alicante added greatly to the walking tour. Without her pointing out sights we would have overlooked them.
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