El Barrio (old quarter)

Alicante, Spain

An old area of Alicante dating back to the 16th century, filled with tapas bars and upscale dining.

Places in El Barrio (old quarter)

D'Tablas Alicante A 'must-go to' offering both sweet and savoury tapas in a cool and relaxed atmosphere, with waiters going around tables for samples.
Raco del Pla Where you can find the best paella in Alicante and experience Mediterranean fish and rice dishes with Spanish wines.
Steki Restaurante Highlights dishes from Spanish, Mexican and Greek traditions in the 16th-century old area of Alicante.

Best time to visit: May to September offers warm weather for the Explanada de España and Postiguet Beach, with rooftop bars especially popular in the warmer months.
Getting around: Alicante's historic centre, including El Barrio and the Explanada de España, is compact and walkable, with Postiguet Beach a short walk from the centre.
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Language: Spanish. English is common in tourism.
Timezone: CET (UTC+1, UTC+2 in summer)
Current trends: Alicante's nightlife scene continues to thrive after dark, with The Duke serving as the city's premier beer hall featuring live music, and rooftop bars atop hotels increasingly popular for panoramic views of the Mediterranean and historic city centre.

Explanada de España — A famous promenade lined with bars and restaurants filled with street performers in the evenings.
Postiguet Beach area — The city's central beach, home to numerous rooftop bars and hotels.