Barri Vell - Santa Creu
Alicante





Visit Barri Vell - Santa Creu
Popular places to visit

Alicante Town Hall
Still the home of the Alicante civic life, this landmark structure is a superb example of 18th-century baroque architecture.

Basilica of Santa Maria
For more than 500 years this church has been at the heart of Alicante’s Roman Catholic community. Today it’s worth a visit just for its inspiring architecture.

San Nicolas Cathedral
Architecture enthusiasts will love this remarkable structure, famed for its light-filled baroque interior and blue-domed roof.

Alicante Museum of Contemporary Art
See art treasures by Picasso, Dalí and Miró, as well as works by big international names of the 20th century, within the walls of one of the city’s oldest buildings.
Casa de La Asegurada
You can study the exhibits at Casa de La Asegurada, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Alicante. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Carmen Plaza
You can learn about the history of Alicante when you stop by Carmen Plaza. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its lively bars.
Things to do

Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar

Canelobre Caves and Busot Tour with Transfer from Alicante

Alicante: Craft Beer Tasting at Santa Barbara Castle

Alicante: Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting

Jurassic Cave. Guided tour of the past + Spanish village tour
Top hotels in Barri Vell - Santa Creu

Odyssey Rooms
Very spacious room, very quiet. Beds comfy. Good central location, few mins walk from main centre and also the airport bus stop
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Hotel Les Monges Palace Boutique
We stay here every time we are in Alicante. The staff are so friendly & helpful. The hotel is in an excellent location for exploring Alicante with lots of lovely restaurants and bars close by. It is only a few minutes walk to the beach too.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

Eurostars Pórtico Alicante
Absolutely love this hotel! Brilliant location!
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

Hotel La Milagrosa
Nice clean Hotel in a great location,
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Eurostars Mediterranea Plaza
Really convenient - clean - decent breakfast nice room
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025

Hospes Amérigo, Alicante, a Member of Design Hotels
Perfect location, friendly staff, rooms good size and clean.
Reviewed on Dec 13, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barri Vell - Santa Creu

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.

San Antón
While visiting San Antón, you might make a stop by sights like Castle of Santa Barbara and Alicante Bullring.

Mercado
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Mercado and surrounding area, you can visit Central Market and Placa de los Luceros.
Carolinas Bajas
Though Carolinas Bajas might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Archaeological Museum of Alicante and Alicante Bullring.

Sant Blai
While visiting Sant Blai, you might make a stop by sights like Alicante Sports Technification Center and San Fernando Castle.

Campoamor
Campoamor might not have many top sights, but Alicante Bullring and Central Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.


