Alicante: Seven Secrets of Alicante Discovery Tour
Old Town-Santa Cruz, Alicante
Discover the secrets of Alicante on a guided tour. Explore, eat, and drink with a local guide. Visit the Central Market, the castle, and a locals-only tapas restaurant for a traditional drink and snack.
Guided Alicante Walking and Tasting Tour
This guided tour in Alicante suits history and food enthusiasts interested in local monuments, culture, and authentic snacks.
Highlights
- Discover off-the-map locations and stories known only to locals
- Visit key monuments and uncover Alicante’s seven secrets
- Learn Alicante’s history from a knowledgeable local guide
Description
Begin at the Central Market with a tasting of typical local snacks. Explore over 1,000 years of history on a tour of one of Spain’s most remarkable seaside castles.
Descend into the city center to visit essential monuments and reveal Alicante’s seven secrets. Hear anecdotes, legends, and historical details that shape the city’s character.
The tour ends at a tapas bar managed by your guide’s childhood friend, renowned for serving some of the best tapas in Alicante. Enjoy an award-winning tapa paired with a traditional Spanish drink, alcoholic or non-alcoholic.
Includes
- Typical snacks at the Central Market
- Five-minute shuttle bus transfer to the castle top
- Guided tour
- Entry to monuments and museums
- Tapa at a local restaurant
- One drink
Excludes
- Pickup and drop-off
- Additional food and drinks not listed
Important Information
- Comfortable, closed shoes are recommended, although the tour can be done in flip flops
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Frequently Asked Questions
The tour includes a guided walking exploration of Alicante’s main monuments, off-the-beaten-path locations, local stories, and a tasting of typical Alicante snacks.
The tour begins at Alicante’s Central Market, where participants sample local snacks before starting the walking portion.
The walking portion covers key monuments and hidden spots throughout Alicante, with the overall duration typically lasting a few hours; check the website for exact timing.
Yes, the tour includes tasting typical Alicante snacks at Central Market and other locations along the route.
Yes, the tour includes a short shuttle bus ride to a castle overlooking the sea as part of the itinerary.
Local experts lead the tour, sharing historical insights and exclusive stories about Alicante.
The tour runs throughout the year; check the tour's website for current availability and scheduling.
You will visit Alicante’s main monuments including a prominent castle and several off-the-radar sites important to the city’s history.
The tour involves walking and a shuttle bus transfer, so a moderate level of fitness is recommended but it is suitable for most people.
Participants should inform the tour provider in advance about any dietary restrictions to ensure appropriate food options are available.
