The lagoons of El Hondo lie just behind the coast to the south of Alicante city. They're a haven for thousands of migrating birds. Take your binoculars and have your camera ready!
Category: Alicante province – things to see
Exploring the castles of Alicante – la Ruta de los Castillos del Vinalopó
Alicante province has more castles than you can shake a stick at! Follow la Ruta de los Castillos del Vinalopó for some fascinating history and wonderful views.
Finding the source of Alicante’s river – the Rio Vinalopó
The Rio Vinalopó is Alicante's river. A walk through beautiful countryside takes you right to the source up in the mountains.
The dramatic double arch of Els Arcs
The dramatic wind-carved double arch of Els Arcs is an easy hike with amazing views, less than an hour's drive inland from the Costa Blanca.
The Costa Blanca’s secret garden – Jardín de l’Albarda
El Jardín de l'Albarda is a green jewel of a garden. And it's one of the Costa Blanca's best-kept secrets.
On the hunt for Alicante’s best wines
Alicante wine has a growing reputation. Reds from the Vinalopó, delicate whites nearer the coast, plus great dessert wines. Try these bodegas.
Paragliding the cliffs of Santa Pola
It's probably the most fun you'll ever have sitting down! Paragliding over the cliffs of Santa Pola near Alicante.
The Costa Blanca by tram – from Alicante to Dénia
Try seeing the Costa Blanca by tram! It's not the quickest way of getting from Alicante to Dénia, but views are great with plenty of cool stops en route.
Discovering las Torres de la Huerta, Alicante
Torres de la Huerta form a network of towers that protected people around Alicante from attack by North African corsairs. Around 20 towers survive.
Walking up to the spectacular Elche Dam
You're never far from cool, fresh running water on the walk up to the Elche Dam. And there's an amazing waterfall at the dam itself!