Alicante – a lively coastal city with culture, beach life and a strong international community
Alicante is one of the most popular cities on the Costa Blanca, combining city living, beach lifestyle and Spanish culture in a way few other places can. It is the capital of the Alicante province and offers a wide range of opportunities for permanent residence, holiday homes and property investment alike.
Set on the Mediterranean coast and only a few minutes from Alicante–Elche Airport, the city is exceptionally accessible for Europeans and anyone wanting a second home in Spain. Transport links are excellent, both within the city and to nearby towns and beach resorts.
Lifestyle and atmosphere
Life in Alicante blends relaxed beach living with a vibrant city culture. You can start the day with a walk along the seafront, work in a modern urban setting, and end the evening at a tapas bar by the sea.
The city is highly international and has drawn people from all over the world who have chosen to settle there, whether short or long term. Despite its size, Alicante is easy to live in, with a good balance between quiet neighbourhoods and lively central areas.
Beaches and nature
One of Alicante's greatest assets is that the city sits right on beautiful beaches. Playa del Postiguet, the main city beach, lies in the heart of Alicante with fine sand and lovely views of the castle hill above. A little further out are longer stretches of coast and natural areas offering plenty of outdoor activities.
Alicante offers a rare balance between nature and city life that is hard to find elsewhere. The city is also well connected to other parts of the Costa Blanca, making it an excellent base for exploring the region or living across several locations.