Alicante 

Located on the Costa Blanca region of Spain with its warm Mediterranean climate and short flight time from the UK, Alicante city breaks are popular all year round, and with direct flights from 20 airports in the UK & Ireland, it has never been easier to slip away.  

What to see...
Alicante is definitely a city of surprises. Sitting on the top of Mount Benacantil with spectacular panoramic views of the city, Santa Barbara Castle is a popular tourist attraction. You can choose to take the lift, or walk up and admire the largest collection of Spanish sculpture in the world. Next to the cathedral is Alicante’s oldest church, the church of St Marys, the main mosque during the Moorish occupation. The city boasts some world class galleries and museums including the Museum of Contemporary Art (Museo de Arte de Siglo XX La Asegurada) an Archaeology Museum (Marq) and a museum dedicated to bullfighting. If you are in need of retail therapy then Alicante has designer shops and major stores aplenty. Enjoy a leisurely lunch at one of the many fish restaurants and stroll along the palm fringed promenade, or sit by the marina and admire the yachting hardware, there really is so much to do. Whilst sunbathing may not be your first priority on a city break the excellent beaches within walking distance of the centre may make the opportunity to top up your tan hard to resist. Did we mention golf? The Alicante Golf Club is a modern 18 hole course designed by Seve Ballesteros, with several others within a 2 hour drive. For something a little different take a trip to Tabarca Island reserve, which was once believed to be home to pirates. and is a good base to dive and see some marine life or visit the castle of San Jose. 

Where to stay...
Cities Direct offers a range of  great value hotels whether you prefer the simplicity and value for money of a 2 star hotel or to pamper yourself in 5 star luxury.

Recommended: The 3 star Castilla hotel is located in the San Juan beach area of Alicante and a short walk to the beach, shops and restaurants, a great base to explore what’s on offer. A popular 4 star choice is the Tryp Gran Sol which has superb views of the bay and beyond and features all the facilities you would wish for. To push the boat out, in the historical part of town is the Melia Alicante. This hotel boasts comfortable rooms, state of the art beauty and wellness facilities and a superb location. We feature many alternative hotels too, please contact us if you would like more information.

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