Gran Via Sur Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Gran Via Sur
Popular places to visit
Alicante Harbour
Eat at some of Alicante’s best restaurants and take daytrips out onto the Mediterranean Sea at the popular maritime centre of this coastal city.
Postiguet Beach
For a quick swim close to the centre of the city, visit this beach located just off the Alicante Harbour.
San Juan Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at San Juan Beach during your trip to Playa de San Juan? Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Explanada de Espana
This marble walkway lining Alicante’s coast is where local residents pursue one of their favorite pastimes: the evening walk.
Alicante Golf Course
The masterwork of Severiano Ballesteros, the great Spanish golf player and course designer, this golf course is designed for golf vacations, with an on-site hotel.
Central Market
Stock up on food for a picnic, buy some flowers and watch Alicante locals do their morning shopping at this extensive, two-storey market in the centre of town.
Activities
Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm
Alicante: Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting
Alicante: Craft Beer Tasting at Santa Barbara Castle
Guadalest and Altea Day Trip from Alicante or Benidorm
Our pick of the best Gran Via Sur Hotel Deals
Melia Alicante
incredible cleanliness, room cleaned daily, smelt clean as well, didn’t eat at hotel so can’t comment.
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Eurostars Lucentum
Clean and friendly hotel in a great location
Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026
Odyssey Rooms
This is a really lovely boutique hotel. It was nice and quiet. The rooms were large and clean. Coffee machine in the room. Staff were friendly. Breakfast was quiet and good choice.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Estudiotel Alicante
Excellent location, very spacious room and above all good money for value
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Hotel Port Alicante City & Beach
Good size clean room with comfy beds hotel is in a quiet location a short downhill walk to the beach. Reception staff were very helpful and knowledgeable had a great stay
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Eurostars Centrum Alicante
Excellent hotel and friendly efficient staff. Casually mentioned to one of the restaurant staff that it was my birthday the following day and when we arrived back the next day found a card and cake waiting for us. Small things but makes a big difference.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gran Via Sur
Babel
When in Babel, you can plan a visit to El Corte Ingles Shopping Center and Alicante Courts, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Benalúa
Though Benalúa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like El Corte Ingles Shopping Center and Placa de los Luceros.
Alipark
Though Alipark may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like El Corte Ingles Shopping Center and Placa de los Luceros.
Ensanche Diputación
If you're spending some time in Ensanche Diputación, Alicante Cruise Ship Terminal and El Corte Ingles Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
Sant Blai
While visiting Sant Blai, you might make a stop by sights like San Fernando Castle and Alicante Sports Technification Center.
Alicante City Centre
A noteworthy feature of Alicante City Centre is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Calle Castaños and Alicante Town Hall.
