Welcome to Alicante – the friendliest city in Spain!
Alicante past present and future. Different civilizations have passed through these lands, leaving their mark which can be seen in all corners of this emblematic city. All of this adds to the appeal of this modern city with a primary focus on tourism, but also a special interest in industry and commerce. Alicante, situated on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, offers not only a great variety of services but also a wide range of cultural activities, with its museums, its festivals and its nature areas, in particular the Island of Tabarca (Mediterranean Marine Reserve).
Alicante’s well-known climate and beaches make this a perfect city for spending a few pleasantly relaxing days away from it all.
Facts
| Population | 335,459 |
| Currency | Euro, €1 = 100 cents |
| Opening hours | Smaller, privately-owned shops are mainly open from 10.00 to 14.00 and 17.00 to 20.30. Big department stores, larger chains and shopping centres are open from 10.00 to 22.00, Mondays to Saturdays. Shops are closed on Sundays. Most banks are open from Monday to Friday from 8.30 to 14-14.30. Only some branches open on Saturday mornings. |
| Website | www.alicanteturismo.com www.comunidadvalenciana.com www.spain.info Facebook: Alicante City Twitter: @Alicante_City |
| Newspapers | Información La Verdad Costa Blanca News |
| Emergency numbers | 112 Emergencies 091 Police 062 Guardia Civil |
| Tourist information | Tourist Info Alicante Address: Rambla de Méndez Núñez 41(Torre de la Generalitat) Tel. +34 965 200 000 alicante@touristinfo.net Tourist Info Alicante Explanada Address: Explanada de España 1 Tel. +34 965 147 038 info@alicanteturismo.com Tourist Info Alicante – Centro Address: Calle Portugal 17 Tel. +34 965 929 802 alicantecentro@touristinfo.net |
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