--- title: Alicante Highlights Tour for Cruise Passengers with Port Pickup lang: en type: tour city: Alicante country: Spain price: 67 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.96 reviews: 82 duration_minutes: 210 languages: [en, it, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 1 of 4 (City & Walking Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-02 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/alicante/tours/alicante-highlights-tour-for-cruise-passengers-with-port-pickup/ --- # Alicante Highlights Tour for Cruise Passengers with Port Pickup **Guidekin's take:** Meet at the cruise port for a walk through Alicante’s historic center, including Central Market, Town Hall Square and Explanada de España. Transport and castle lift tickets are included; lunch is excluded. 4.96 from 82 reviews at €67 per person for 3h 30m. In our comparison: #1 of 4 in City & Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Make the most of your time in Alicante with this 3.5-hour guided shore excursion, specially designed for cruise passengers. Your guide will meet you at the cruise port with a sign and escort you to the starting point of your tour. Enjoy a guided walk through Alicante's historic center, visiting the vibrant Central Market, the elegant Baroque-style Town Hall Square, and the iconic Explanada de España, lined with palm trees and colorful mosaics. Continue to the impressive Santa Bárbara Castle, perched atop Mount Benacantil. Explore this magnificent medieval fortress while taking in breathtaking panoramic views of Alicante, the Mediterranean Sea, and the surrounding coastline. At the end of the tour, you'll be transported back to the city center or directly to your cruise ship, ensuring a comfortable, stress-free experience and a timely return to the port before your ship's departure. ## Before you book - 5 start times: between 08:30 and 10:30 - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €56: ages 5 to 13 ## Key facts - Price: from €67 per person - Duration: 3h 30m - Rating: 4.96/5 from 82 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Paella Tour - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English, Italian, Spanish - Start times: 08:30, 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-02 ## Reviews 4.96 from 82 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 82 of 82. - 5 stars: 79 (96%) - 4 stars: 3 (4%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## What's included - Private transportation - Entradas para el ascensor del castillo - Guia ## Not included - Lunch - Propinas ## Itinerary 1. **Passeig Esplanada d'Espanya** (20m) - We'll stroll along Alicante’s most iconic boulevard, a lively avenue full of local charm and history. 2. **Alicante City Hall** (15m) - We’ll explore the historic Town Hall Square, one of Alicante’s most emblematic spots. There, you'll learn about the fascinating history and architecture of the Ayuntamiento de Alicante — a magnificent baroque building that has stood at the heart of the city’s civic and... 3. **Teatro Principal de Alicante** (pass by, no stop) - – A Cultural Landmark in the City Center. As we stop outside the Teatro Principal de Alicante, you’ll discover one of the city’s most important cultural institutions. 4. **Mercados de Alicante** (30m) - Visit to Alicante’s Central Market Step into the heart of local life with a visit to the Central Market of Alicante (closed on Sundays). This vibrant and bustling space is filled with fresh produce, seafood, meats, cheeses, and traditional specialties. As we explore the... 5. **Castillo de Santa Barbara** (1h 30m; admission included) - Perched high above the city, Santa Bárbara Castle offers stunning panoramic views of Alicante and the Mediterranean coastline. As we explore this historic fortress, your guide will walk you through its fascinating past, from its origins in the 9th century to its role in... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30, 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-02 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Pickup points listed by the operator: 1 ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap - Suitable for all physical fitness levels Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details ## Compared with other City & Walking Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #1 of 4** | €67 | 3h 30m | 4.96 (82) | shared | | [Alicante Tour: Full City, Castle, Market & Tapas Experience](/spain/alicante/tours/alicante-tour-full-city-castle-market-tapas-experience/?format=md) | €89 | 3h | 5.0 (33) | shared | | [Private Guided Visit to the Alicante Bullring and Museum](/spain/alicante/tours/private-guided-visit-to-the-alicante-bullring-and-museum/?format=md) | €30 | 1h 30m | 4.82 (33) | private | | [Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting](/spain/alicante/tours/alicante-historic-small-group-tour-with-tapas-tasting/?format=md) | €29 | 2h 30m | 4.77 (591) | shared | Ranked #1 of 4 in City & Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €29 to €89, median €49; typical length 2h 45m. 1 of 4 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/spain/alicante/walking-tours-alicante/?format=md ## More in Alicante - All Alicante tours: https://guidekin.com/spain/alicante/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/spain/alicante/tours/alicante-highlights-tour-for-cruise-passengers-with-port-pickup/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/spain/alicante/?format=md