Alicante Adventure

Sean Hickey

13 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through Alicante, immersing yourself in its rich history and vibrant culture. Discover hidden gems, explore world-class museums, and marvel at ancient marvels. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Alicante

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Artistic Wonders and Bullfighting Tales

$20

Museum housing medieval to modern Spanish art, set in a splendid, 18th-century palace.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$15

2 - 3 min

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This 16th-century Catholic basilica features gothic Valencian style & an ornate baroque entryway.

9:30 AM - 10:15 AM

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13 - 20 min

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10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

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Free

Day 2Contemporary Art and Oceanic Treasures

$30

MACA Contemporary Art Museum of Alicante

Large museum with a modern interior, offering permanent & temporary exhibitions of 20th-century art.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$20

8 - 12 min

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Contemporary museum dedicated to competitive sailing equipment, history & general information.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$10

Day 3Bonfires, Cathedrals, and City Tales

$18

Museum with historical displays & objects relating to city's famed Bonfires of St. John festival.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Cocatedral de Sant Nicolau de Bari d'Alacant

A 45m-high blue cupola tops this austere 1600s cathedral, plus a baroque chapel & elegant cloisters.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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14 - 21 min

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11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$10

Day 4Academic Discoveries and Archaeological Wonders

$30

$ 4

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$13

22 - 27 min

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Permanent & temporary exhibitions about field, urban & underwater archaeology, with local finds.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$18

Day 5Conquer the Santa Bárbara Castle

$13

City views spread from this hilltop, 9th-century Muslim castle with a history museum & guided tours.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

Budget breakdown: $114 In total

Activities & Food:$110

Transport:$4