Playa del Postiguet (Alicante)

El Postiguet is Alicante's quintessential city beach: a stretch of golden sand spreading out at the foot of Santa Bárbara Castle and right beside the old town. Its great appeal is precisely that mix of sea, city and mountain, which lets you go from your towel to the streets of the centre in just a few minutes.

The atmosphere

This is a thoroughly urban beach, lively and popular with locals and visitors alike. The seafront promenade, the silhouette of the hill crowned by the castle and the nearby port give it an unmistakable look. Being fully integrated into the city, it stays busy throughout the day and keeps its buzz into the evening, when the light over the golden sand is especially lovely.

Services

Because it sits within the city, everything you need is close at hand:

• Easy walking access from the centre and the Explanada de España.
• A promenade lined with bars, terraces and restaurants nearby.
• Convenient links to everything else Alacant has to offer.

Tips for your visit

• Pair a swim with a climb up to Santa Bárbara Castle, which towers over the beach.
• Arrive early in summer: being so central, it fills up quickly.
• Make the most of the nearby Santa Cruz quarter for a stroll after your dip.