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Local guide

Guide to San Juan Beach and Alicante

What we recommend to our guests after many summers on San Juan Beach: where to swim, what to see in Alicante, the festivals not to miss and the best day trips.

The beach and the promenade

San Juan Beach offers kilometres of fine sand and shallow water, ideal for children. Early in the morning the promenade is perfect for a run or a walk; at sunset its terraces come alive.

  • Playa de San Juan

    Fine sand, lifeguards in season and sports areas.

    Right outside

  • Playa de Muchavista

    The quieter continuation towards El Campello.

    A stroll along the shore

Coves and nature

South of the beach lies Cabo de las Huertas, with small rocky coves and clear water for snorkelling. Bring water shoes and go early in August.

  • Cabo de las Huertas

    Coves, a lighthouse and one of Alicante's best sunsets.

    1.9 km

Alicante city

The tram takes you to the centre with no parking worries. Climb up to Santa Bárbara Castle for views of the bay, wander through the Santa Cruz quarter and stroll along the Explanada to the marina.

  • Castillo de Santa Bárbara

    A fortress on Mount Benacantil with views over the whole city.

    7 km

  • Explanada de España

    The famous wave-patterned promenade lined with palm trees by the marina.

    ≈ 8 km

  • Mercado Central

    Local produce, salted fish and an aperitif among the stalls.

    7 km

Festivals

The Hogueras de San Juan (20–24 June) are Alicante's great festival: monuments in the streets, midday mascletà firework displays in Plaza de los Luceros and the Cremà on the night of the 24th. On Midsummer Night itself the beach fills with bonfires and celebrations. Book early: these are the most sought-after dates.

Day trips

Alicante is a perfect base for exploring the Costa Blanca.

  • Isla de Tabarca

    Boat from Alicante marina; crystal-clear water and fish stew.

    ≈ 1 h by boat

  • Palmeral de Elche

    Europe's largest palm grove, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    ≈ 35 km

  • Villajoyosa y Altea

    Colourful houses, chocolate and a whitewashed old town above the sea.

    ≈ 30–50 km

Getting around

The tram runs along San Juan Beach and links it to Alicante city centre and the coast to the north. For longer trips a car is the easiest option.

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