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Alicante – Costa Blanca, Spain

Alicante is the capital city of the Costa Blanca and offers a perfect mix of Mediterranean lifestyle, urban comfort, beaches, culture, and excellent infrastructure. It is especially attractive for international buyers who want city life by the sea with easy airport access and year-round services.

Living in Alicante

Alicante has around 335,000 permanent residents and a strong international community from across Europe. The city functions fully all year, with hospitals, universities, shopping centres, cultural events, and a vibrant social life.

Popular residential areas include:
• City centre & Old Town (El Barrio) – culture, history, walkable living
• Playa de San Juan – beach lifestyle, families, modern apartments
• Cabo de las Huertas – upscale coastal living
• Vistahermosa & Albufereta – residential, calm, well connected

Alicante is ideal for buyers who want urban convenience without giving up beach life.

Culture, Attractions & City Life

Castillo de Santa Bárbara
One of the most iconic landmarks on the Costa Blanca, located on Mount Benacantil with panoramic views over the city and the Mediterranean.

https://www.alicanteturismo.com/castillo-de-santa-barbara

The castle is a major cultural attraction and a strong identity point for the city.

Mushroom Street (Calle Castaños / Calle San Francisco)
Alicante’s famous Mushroom Street, a pedestrian area known for its playful design, cafés, and restaurants, very popular with families and visitors.

https://www.alicanteturismo.com/calle-san-francisco

This area reflects Alicante’s lively, social atmosphere and walkable city centre lifestyle.

Beaches & Seafront Lifestyle

Alicante offers easy access to beaches directly from the city:

  • Postiguet Beach– city beach next to the port
    • Playa de San Juan – long sandy beach with promenade and tram access
    • Albufereta – calmer residential beach area

Beach life is integrated into daily routines, not only seasonal tourism.

Sports, Padel & Golf in Alicante

Padel is extremely popular in Alicante and widely played by locals and international residents.

Padel in Alicante
• Padelpoint Alicante – one of the main padel references in the city
https://padelpoint.es

  • Several municipal and private padel clubs across the city, making it easy to play regularly and meet people.

Padel in Alicante is suitable for beginners, social players, and competitive levels, and is a strong part of the local lifestyle.

Golf near Alicante
• Alicante Golf (Playa San Juan) – 18-hole golf course designed by Severiano Ballesteros
https://www.alicantegolf.com

Markets & Fresh Produce

Local markets are an essential part of everyday life in Alicante.

Mercado Central de Alicante
Open Monday to Saturday, offering fresh fish, meat, fruit, vegetables, and local products.

https://www.alicanteturismo.com/mercado-central

In addition, neighbourhood street markets operate throughout the week across the city.

Accessibility & Transport

Alicante has one of the best transport connections on the Costa Blanca.

  • Alicante–Elche International Airport:approx. 15–20 minutes
    • Direct TRAM and train connections
    • High-speed train (AVE) to Madrid
    • Excellent motorway access (AP-7, A-70)

This makes Alicante particularly attractive for buyers who travel frequently.

Buying Property in Alicante (Buyer Perspective)

Alicante is ideal for buyers looking for:
• a real city with year-round life
• strong rental and resale demand
• proximity to international airport
• beaches, culture, and services combined
• padel, golf, and active lifestyle

Property options range from historic apartments in the old town to modern beachfront homes and family apartments near Playa San Juan.

Looking to Buy a Home in Alicante or Nearby Areas?

If you are looking to buy property in Alicante or the surrounding Costa Blanca areas, our buyer’s agency supports you from the first search to the final purchase. We help international buyers find homes that match their lifestyle, budget, and long-term plans, always with buyer-only representation.

👉 Contact us to receive personalised advice, available homes in Alicante, and guidance on buying near the beach, Mushroom Street, Santa Bárbara Castle, padel clubs, golf courses, fresh markets, and transport connections.

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