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 holiday in Alicante. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
Carmen Plaza
You can learn about the history of Alicante with a visit to Carmen Plaza. Stroll along the area's marina or simply savour its lively bars.
Things to do
Guadalest and Algar Waterfalls Tour from Alicante or Benidorm
Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting
Excursion to Guadalest, Altea and entrance to the Fuentes del Algar
Alicante: Santa Bárbara Castle Wine Tasting & Tapas
Alicante: Amazing Flamenco experience with tapas menu option
From Albir & Benidorm, Alicante Discovery day trip
Top hotels in Barri Vell - Santa Creu
Odyssey Rooms
Hotel lovely and clean and fresh.Staff especially Carmina was extremely helpful and went out of her way to find details we needed.Breakfast very nice and good touch on each floor are water stations and fresh fruit which is free to residents.This is the third year in a row and this hotel just gets ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hotel Les Monges Palace Boutique
Very comfortable and friendly small hotel.lovely roof top sitting area. Great position in the old town, easy to get around. Close to beach and airport bus. Would stay again
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Dormirdcine Alicante
Great location- very clean and comfortable. Helpfully provided pool towel
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hotel Serawa Alicante
Breakfast & lunch v good, dinner a bit late ..8pm.. for me. Staff were helpful & pleasant. Room was clean, towels changed as requested. Hotel v convenient to city centre, beach etc. Bus & tram stops close to hotel.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Hotel La Milagrosa
Hospes Amérigo, Alicante, a Member of Design Hotels
Wonderfull chic hotel , staff cannot do enough for you The rooftop pool and bar are a must on a sunny day Best hotel in Alicante town
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
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
While Mercado may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Central Market and Placa de los Luceros.
Carolinas Bajas
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Carolinas Bajas and surrounding area, you can visit Alicante Bullring and Castle of Santa Barbara.
Sant Blai
While visiting Sant Blai, you might make a stop by sights like San Fernando Castle and Alicante Sports Technification Center.
Campoamor
While Campoamor may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Alicante Bullring and Central Market.
