Postiguet Beach area
Alicante, Spain
The city's central beach, home to numerous rooftop bars and hotels.
Places in Postiguet Beach area
- The Duke Alicante's premier beer hall with live music and a diverse selection of local brews, featuring vibrant rock 'n' roll culture.
- Rooftop bars Rooftop bars on hotel rooftops offering panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea, port, and historic city centre.
Practical notes for 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.
Other neighborhoods in Alicante
- El Barrio (old quarter) — An old area of Alicante dating back to the 16th century, filled with tapas bars and upscale dining.
- Explanada de España — A famous promenade lined with bars and restaurants filled with street performers in the evenings.
Read the full Alicante guide