Mercado
Alicante
Popular places to visit
Central Market
Pick up the ingredients for a picnic, souvenirs to take home or just a quick snack at this authentic local fresh food market.
Alicante Harbour
Once a center of industry, Alicante’s harbor precinct is now home to some of the city’s best bars and restaurants, with views along the picturesque Postiguet Beach.
Postiguet Beach
Alicante’s city beach offers a clean, child-friendly day out, surrounded by some of the best restaurants in town.
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
Take a walk along Alicante’s waterfront on this beautiful mosaic walkway and experience life in the slow lane.
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.
Things to do
Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar
From Albir & Benidorm, Alicante Discovery day trip
Guadalest and Altea Day Trip from Alicante or Benidorm
Alicante: Amazing Flamenco experience with tapas menu option
Alicante City, Beach & Central Market with Sampling
Alicante, Santa Pola : Canelobre Cave, Busot + Coastal Walk
Top hotels in Mercado
Hotel Leuka
"Friendly efficient check in, good location to the Lucerous metro & a short walk to the front esplanade. Clean room & comfortable bed & pillows. Big bathroom & plenty of hot water. Old style & a bit tired hotel & noisy corridors."
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Hostal La Lonja
"There was no free breakfast but a part of the property is a coffee shop. A young man working there was as pleasant and helpful as he could be. I thank him and hope he makes it over to the US."
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026
BYPILLOW Paseo
"The hotel is standard but rooms are quite small with a lot of damp smells. The bathrooms fan was soo noisy and the bathroom door would constantly get stuck when trying to open both ways. The jacuzzi was dirty and cold so could not use it unfortunately and only 2 sun loungers. Location is ok if you’re ..."
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Urban Rooms Alicante
Melia Alicante
"Arrived in car with lots of luggage. No help from any staff. Zero customer service. Dirty room, previous guests shower cap left in bath. Dirty glasses in mini bar. “Premium room” had view over piles of rubbish, bins and construction mess. (Manager completely dismissed my concerns). No soundproofing ..."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Hotel Bonalba Alicante
"The building was a bit old"
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mercado
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.
Barri Vell - Santa Creu
While visiting Barri Vell - Santa Creu, you might make a stop by sights like Alicante Town Hall and Basilica of Santa Maria.
San Antón
While visiting San Antón, you might make a stop by sights like Castle of Santa Barbara and Alicante Bullring.
Campoamor
Campoamor might not have many top sights, but Alicante Bullring and Central Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Carolinas Bajas
Though Carolinas Bajas might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Alicante Bullring and Castle of Santa Barbara.
