If you want to travel around Alicante in style and comfort, renting a car is your answer. From city driving in a compact hatchback or 4×4 SUVs suited for long road trips – A car rental makes your life easy!
Many major car rental companies have offices at Alicante Airport and you can reserve one according to the duration of your trip online. However, it’s important to explore all of your options.
Train
The Alicante Train Station is one of Spain’s busiest rail terminals and an ideal starting point for scenic road trips from the city. Car rentals can easily and affordably be obtained right at this station (see here: https://www.leiebilguiden.no/spania/alicante/) so you can explore all its top sights at your own pace. But hurry up, they get taken fast!
Train travel is an efficient and quick way to reach the city from Madrid or Barcelona, with direct routes. However, tickets can become costly due to high demand at the last minute; to secure yourself the best deal and avoid last-minute disappointment, consider purchasing your e-ticket (with seat reservations included) well in advance and consider doing it again a day or two beforehand when budget allows; there may be great offers!
If you’re in search of some rest and relaxation, visit either Playa del Postiguet beach or marina within walking distance from the city Train Station. Just be sure to pack sun protection, such as sunhat and sunscreen as the Mediterranean sun can be strong!
Most vehicle rentals in the city are three-door cars that can zoom around town while comfortably seating four people. For longer journeys, larger sedans or vans with plenty of luggage space may be preferable – you could even add some excitement with performance tuned cars that offer increased speed!
Bus
Alicante, Spain, is an alluring city that attracts both sun-and-sea lovers and history enthusiasts. Its Mediterranean beaches draw sun worshipers from across the globe while its ancient sites intrigue those with an interest in Spain’s ancient past.
To explore the city efficiently and leisurely, renting a car from Alicante Airport would be best. There are various rental agencies such as Goldcar, Europcar and Sixt available at its terminal building to select from.
Alicante’s excellent freeways allow for convenient road trip opportunities: Benidorm is only 35 minutes away via the A-7 and Altea and Murcia are about an hour’s drive on either route. Furthermore, the city itself boasts landmarks such as Santa Barbara Castle and Co-cathedral of Saint Nicolas that showcase its rich past.
Driving in the city is simple, with most streets featuring clear signage in both Spanish and English. Our fleet of premium rental cars – from fuel-efficient hatchbacks ideal for zipping around narrow city center streets to spacious SUVs perfect for family trips – provides the freedom of exploration you desire.
Furthermore, nine-seater minibusses are also available should groups want to travel together on sightseeing tours.
Both new drivers and experienced motorists alike require a valid full driving license held for at least one year (some car rental companies may request two). An International Driving Permit may or may not be necessary depending on vehicle category requirements.
Enterprise Alicante offers a convenient drop-off for rental cars at Alicante Airport’s main terminal, offering a fleet ranging from the stylish Peugeot 3008 to muscular Volvo XC90 cars at affordable rates for prepaid rentals. Customize your Alicante Airport rent-a-car to fit your specific needs by adding child car seats or GPS units as desired.
Taxi
Alicante is the perfect city to discover by rental car, offering stunning beaches and an extensive history. Or venture further inland for an exploration of Murcia’s mountainous terrain which lies only an hour’s drive away.
Taxis are another efficient means of traveling around the city, and you can hail one directly off the street or hail one from designated taxi ranks – these can usually be found outside major tourist spots, shopping centers and squares.
When traveling with children be sure to look for taxis that provide child car seats; alternatively apps like Uber allow users to reserve rides in advance at reduced costs with an excellent rating system to find just the right driver for your trip.
Once it’s time to return your rental car at Alicante Airport, head directly to the drop-off area. Signs should direct you there easily from the arrivals hall; here, you’ll need your driver’s license, credit card (or alternative form of payment), driver’s license (and/or passport copy if traveling internationally), as well as payment.
Alicante is an ideal travel destination, offering something for every type of visitor. Boasting Mediterranean beaches, vibrant city centers and eye-catching historic sites – the city can easily fill an entire week or more of exploration! However, make sure you book your car rental as early as possible, as many providers have limited availability.
Walking
While Alicante’s Historic Area is easily walkable, renting a car may be beneficial if you plan to travel further afield. Road conditions are good and rates remain fair both during peak tourist seasons and off.
Enterprise Alicante City Center office provides a range of vehicles from compact cars that make city parking easy to spacious SUVs and vans that make family travel easy as well as nine-person minibusses perfect for airport transfers and larger groups.
Playa de Alicante (as seen here) is one of the city’s most beloved beaches and features palm-tree-lined promenades lined with bars and restaurants, as well as plenty of activities such as surfing, scuba diving, sailing and parasailing. Watersports companies located on the beach also provide lessons and rentals.
If you want a break from city life, Alicante and its Mediterranean surroundings offer plenty of breathtaking hiking trails for breathtaking panoramic views. One popular hike leads up the path leading up to Santa Barbara Castle on Mount Benacantil; another popular hike leads up Lucentum (an ancient Roman ruin outside Alicante).
Alternatively, the Market offers plenty of restaurants and cafes, plus you can book a guided tour for an added special experience. Or why not take a boat ride out to Tabarca Island where there will be snorkeling opportunities as well as free time on this 6-hour tour to discover?
