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Free Tour of Alicante: History, Legends and Curiosities

Duration: 1h and 30min
Languages: English, Spanish, French, Italian
Quality Verified Registered on September 08, 2019

Native. Hello, my name is Vicky, I am a traveler. I have traveled the world looking for new experiences with the backpack in tow. I have worked many years as a tourist entertainer and now I am finally an official guide and I can fulfill my dream. Now I am the one who wants you to enjoy your experience in Alicante. Therefore, I propose a different tour with which you can discover the city through its legends and its history. I put all my passion on each tour so that you can have a good memory.

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  • Free booking and cancellation
    Free payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
  • Accepts electronic payment
    This tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card

Tour description

If you are a curious person🕵️‍♂️, you cannot miss this tour, through the most hidden corners of the medieval city, where you will discover the history and legends that happened; wars 🪖, pandemics 💉, broken kingdoms 🏰...
You will meet illustrious Alicante characters such as Dr. Balmis and Gastó Castelló, among others.
You will find the clues 🔎 of the curiosities hidden in the stones of this city.

A journey through history from medieval times to the Civil War.


We will go through the old town to see the old Muslim Medina, the city walls and the most picturesque neighborhoods of Alicante.

We will pass through the following places:

. Esplanade of Spain 🌴

  • Town Hall Square 🏫
  • Face of the Moor 👳
  • Basilica of Saint Mary 🕍
  • Muslim neighborhood ☪️
  • Anti-aircraft shelter 💣
  • Holy Cross 💃
  • ... And much more

*THERE MAY BE SECTIONS WITH STAIRS OR STEEP SLOPES


You'll see me with a PINK Umbrella ! 😉🚩

*The meeting point will be in front of the port's Tourist Information building.

Guaranteed: SMALL GROUPS
At the end, you will take away an interactive map 🗺️ and leisure recommendations of the city. 🏅

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The minimum number of people for the tour to depart is three walkers.

Please, for the tour to leave on time, it is recommended to be 10' before the established time.

Payment with Bizum is accepted

The tour may be canceled if it does not exceed the minimum number of participants of 3 people or due to rain or extreme heat.

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Highlights

What will we visit on this tour?

  • Meeting point:
    Pl. Prta del Mar, 579, 03002 Alicante...
    Pl. Prta del Mar, 579, 03002 Alicante (Alacant), Alicante, Spain
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    In the port, next to the tourist information building. I'll take a fuchsia umbrella. Right in front is the sea gate fountain.

  • 1
    Outside visit
    Explanada de España
  • 2
    Outside visit
    Basilica of Santa Maria
  • 3
    Outside visit
    Alicante Town Hall
  • 4
    Outside visit
    Silhouette of the Face of the Moor
  • 5
    Outside visit
    Central Market
  • 6
    Outside visit
    MACA Contemporary Art Museum of Alicante
  • 7
    Outside visit
    Co-Cathedral of San Nicolás de Bari

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

Tour opinions

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María Isabel Díaz Rodríguez 20 Apr 2024
Madrid

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Travelled in group - Apr 2024
Lo hemos pasado genial, Vicky lo ha hecho muy ameno y divertido… súper recomendable
Marcela 17 Apr 2024
Exaltación de la Cruz

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2024
Excelente todo!!!! Lucía fue supetpuntual, muy divertida y con mucha conocimiento! Ha sido un verdadero placer
Yolanda 15 Apr 2024
Pamplona

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Travelled alone - Apr 2024
Lucía, mi guía fue amena, didáctica y muy paciente. Respondía preguntas, escuchaba opiniones y, sin prisas, continuaba el tour. Espectacular!!!!
Antonio 13 Apr 2024
Murcia

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Travelled in couple - Apr 2024
Muy bien ambiente y grandes explicaciones. Encantados
Adriana 11 Apr 2024
Milan

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Travelled in group - Mar 2024
Un tour da fare la ns accompagnatrice e stata veramente molto brava lo consiglio
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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts reservations up to 12 people.
Pets
Suitable for carrying pets.

What should you know?

Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 5 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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