3 days in Alicante Itinerary

As Valencia’s second largest city and one of the most well-known along the Costa Blanca, Alicante has an enchanting atmosphere that blends rich history with animated beach life.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Castillo de Santa Barbara and Guadalest Valley. Relax by the water at La Mata Beach and Playa del Arenal. Change things up with a short trip to Playa Gandia in Playa de Gandia (about 1h 25 min away). There's more to do: take an in-depth tour of MARQ Museo Arqueologico de Alicante.

To find more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Alicante trip itinerary planning website.

If you are flying in from Ireland, the closest major aiports are Alicante International Airport, San Javier Airport and Región de Murcia International Airport. In March, daytime highs in Alicante are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.