Alicante or Alacant is a city and municipality in the Valencian Community, Spain. Alicante[a] or Alacant[b] (officially: Alacant / Alicante) is a city and municipality in the Valencian Community, Spain. It is the capital of the province of Alicante and a historic Mediterranean port. With a population of 358,608 as of 2024, it is the 2nd-largest city in the Valencian Community (after Valencia) and the 10th-largest in Spain.[2]
Alicante, Spain Cruise Port Guide
Mediterranean · Spain
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A beautiful Mediterranean port city on Spain's Costa Blanca, known for its beaches, historic castle, and excellent facilities.
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Weather & best season
Typical Mediterranean climate with seasonal variations Average temperature: 17°C (63°F).
Best season: April, May, June, September, October
Port information
- Timezone
- CET (UTC+1) / CEST (UTC+2)
- Language
- Spanish
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
Overview
Things to do
Alicante or Alacant is a city and municipality in the Valencian Community, Spain. Alicante[a] or Alacant[b] (officially: Alacant / Alicante) is a city and municipality in the Valencian Community, Spain. It is the capital of. For a shore day in Alicante, choose one main activity first, then keep time for meals, walking, and the return to the pier.
- Screenshot ship departure time and pier map before you lose signal.
- Pair a light breakfast on the ship with a local lunch ashore to maximize exploration time.
- Check whether your line offers shuttle pricing before you commit to taxis at Alicante.
- Confirm your assigned pier and all-aboard time before leaving the ship at Alicante.
- Start with one anchor sight, then leave room for spontaneity around Alicante.
Climate
Typical Mediterranean climate with seasonal variations
- Climate type
- Mediterranean
- Average temperature
- 17°C (63°F)
- Humidity
- Moderate
- Best months
- April, May, June, September, October
- Rainy season
- Autumn and spring
Politics & entry requirements
- Government
- Parliamentary constitutional monarchy
- Stability
- Highly stable
- Visa requirements
- Entry and visa rules depend on nationality. Many visitors use Schengen short-stay rules, but requirements change—confirm with official government sources and your cruise line before travel.
- Entry requirements
- Carry a valid passport (or a national ID where your cruise line and destination authorities accept it). Cruise transit formalities can differ from a normal airport entry—follow your ship’s document list.
Size & capacity
- Terminals
- 1
- Berths
- 2
Traveler questions
What are the entry or visa requirements for Alicante?
Entry and visa rules depend on nationality. Many visitors use Schengen short-stay rules, but requirements change—confirm with official government sources and your cruise line before travel. Carry a valid passport (or a national ID where your cruise line and destination authorities accept it). Cruise transit formalities can differ from a normal airport entry—follow your ship’s document list.
When is the best time to visit Alicante on a cruise?
Best months: April, May, June, September, October. Typical Mediterranean climate with seasonal variations
Reviews
Public community reviews for Alicante live in the SeaDays app.
Cruise relevance
Alicante matters to cruise planning because port time, transport distance, and all-aboard timing shape how much of the destination you can realistically enjoy. Embarkation from Alicante can simplify flight planning when airports and hotels align; compare total trip cost versus other homeports.
Best time to visit
April, May, June, September, October
Tips for travelers
Before leaving the ship in Alicante, save the pier location, ship time, and any shuttle details offline. Hydrate and pace walking in heat; schedule meals so you are not rushing back from distant districts.
Related ports
Ships to explore
- Adventure of the Seas (Royal Caribbean)
- AIDAbella (AIDA Cruises)
- AIDAblu (AIDA Cruises)
- AIDACosma (AIDA Cruises)
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