Weekend getaways in Alicante: enjoy the sea and relax

Whatever you’ve got in mind, your weekend getaway in Alicante will deliver. We’ve got beautiful landscapes in which you can embark on amazing hiking trails, coves where snorkelling becomes an art form and all sorts of monuments steeped in history.

What’s more, the province of Alicante is a place for romance as well as for families, offering all sorts of activities for kids. Discover four itineraries that will make you fall in love with the province.

Cultural things to do in a weekend in Alicante

A weekend getaway in Alicante can be a journey back in time, in which you will visit medieval castles like those in Alicante, Villena and Sax. You can even be whisked back an impressive 8,000 years at the archaeological site Pla de Petraco in Castell de Castells or stay in the Roman era while admiring the remains of the old fishing farms at Illeta dels Banyets in El Campello.

In each and every corner of Alicante, you will find slices of history. Make sure you don’t miss out on MARQ, Alicante Archaeological Museum.

Things to do in Alicante for a weekend in nature

To breathe in nature on your weekend getaways in Alicante, there is nothing like immersing yourself in the trails snaking through natural parks like Sierra Mariola and El Carrascal de la Font Roja. You can also jump into the sea in incredible coves in Jávea, exploring the sea bed as you dive or snorkel.

To round off your experience, explore the incredible landscapes of Salinas de Santa Pola. Don’t forget your camera – it’ll be hard to mess up the angle.

Romantic weekend getaway in Alicante

If you’re looking for a place with chemistry to enjoy as a couple, there’s nowhere better than a beautiful island.  Tabarca makes the perfect backdrop for a weekend getaway in Alicante with your favourite person. Another great option is Dènia, where the tasty cuisine will be a highlight of your couple’s getaway full of experiences for you to enjoy together.

Family weekend getaway in Alicante

Last but not least, we’re going to put forward some proposals for a weekend getaway with the kids in Alicante, taking you to Benidorm and its incredible theme parks. Villajoyosa and the Valencian Chocolate Museum is another great option, not to mention an exploration of the Toy Valley in Ibi and Onil. Do you fancy living two of the best days of your life?

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