Tour the ornate rooms lined with paintings by Alicante masters and peek into the chapel at this old municipal centre, where the city council still holds meetings.

Locate this cathedral by its beautiful dome. The building is considered to be one of the finest examples of Spanish Baroque architecture in the country.

Baroque on the outside, Gothic on the inside, Alicante’s oldest church reveals 500 years of history in its architecture and features, including a 17th-century organ.

Picasso, Dalí and Miró are among the famous names of the 20th century whose work grace the walls of this modern museum built in one of the city’s oldest structures.

You can learn about the history of Alicante with a visit to Carmen Plaza. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its lively bars.

You can study the exhibits at Casa de La Asegurada, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Alicante. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.