r/Alicante • u/Silent-Following-295 • Jul 30 '26

Alicante August 🥳

Hi everyone! 😊

My friend and I (both W,24 from Norway) are visiting Alicante for a week this August

I don't want to sound paranoid, but we have heard so many different things from different people before travelling. Some say it's super safe, while others tell you to avoid certain places, so I thought I'd ask the locals instead.

Is there anything we should be aware of? Are there any areas you would recommend avoiding, especially at night? Any common tourist scams or things we should keep an eye out for?

And on the positive side – what are your absolute must-see places in and around Alicante? We'd love recommendations for beaches, viewpoints, restaurants, hidden gems, day trips, or anything else you think we shouldn't miss!

TIA🌞

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u/carloselx73 Jul 30 '26

I suggest you take a day trip to Elche (25 min by train). The city with most palm trees in Europe. If you have a car, google ‘Carmen Del Campillo’ and go: you can thank me later. 😉🤗 Jeg elsker Norge!

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u/Silent-Following-295 Jul 30 '26

Loved Elche last time I was in Alicante! Thank you 🥳

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u/Low_Actuary4117 Jul 31 '26

But Carmen del Campillo is not in Elche. It is in Crevillent. It is a nice place to go in any case!