More search options. Alicante is a vibrant beach city with many things to do by day and night. Nightlife in Alicante could be a drink in a beach bar, live music, theatre, dining out, a meal on board a wooden sailing ship or trying your luck in the casino. Whatever your budget or idea of a good night out, Alicante will deliver. You could explore different areas such as El Barrio by the cathedral or Rambla, along the Paseo de la Explanada de Espana with its various bars and restaurants, in the chic marina, or try one of the chiringuito beach bars in the summer months.
With hundreds of bars and venues in the city, you might want to just wander around an area to visit those which appeal to you, although there are a few must-go places if you really want to get the full flavour of the nightlife. This is the birthplace of Alicante's nightlife and popular with university students and older revellers alike. It will take you around the historic heart of the city as well as the districts - or barrios - of Santa Cruz and Carmen with many of the oldest and best-known venues still found here.
This street has been pedestrianised with colourful yellow paving to look like the yellow brick road. You'll find mushrooms dotted around the street with cute snails and other creatures to create a unique experience during your night out in Alicante. Around Alicante central market is the 'ruta de la madera' with various nightclubs and live music venues playing rock and heavy metal music.
Many of the bars and restaurants have outside terraces so you can order a drink and watch the world go by. There are literally hundreds of places to visit but we have found a handful of our favourites in and around this area to share with you.
La Mision , in an historic three-storey house, is a popular spot for a drink or cocktail with friends. Music varies from house and Latin to 80s and 90s pop. Barrio Havana is a cool place for a drink - get a stool at the bar if you can. Next door is the Jagger Bar , a cheap and fun bar for a beer or cheeky mojito. Art lovers should visit Freaks Arts Bar performance venue offering live music, theatre, cinema and art exhibitions along with drinks and dinner. A night at the Teatro Principal de Alicante is a must for music and theatre lovers with great dramas, live music, dance and musicals in a grand 19th century building with impressive pillars.
