Top Alicante Sights: Caves, Castles & Lagoons

Caves of Canelobre (Busot)

There are spectacular caves located about 24 kilometers from Alicante, perched at 700 meters above sea level on the slopes of Cabeçó D’Or. These natural caverns boast Spain’s highest vaults and reveal a variety of stone forms shaped by time. Their impressive size, acoustics, and environmental conditions make them a favored setting for musical performances.

From Alicante or Xixona to Busot, the route leads to the Canelobre Caves. Just before a sharp right-hand turn, a parking area with clear markings sits near the caves, where travelers can begin the ascent toward Pla de la Graya.

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Caves continued: Guadalla

Guadalest is a picturesque municipality inland in Alicante, famed for its valley and a reservoir framed by a stunning landscape. The castle of San José sits perched on a rock, offering unique views and a sense of timeless charm.

Travelers can stroll its streets filled with shops, crafts, and small bars, then ascend to a vantage point to admire the remarkable panorama.

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Explorers can wander the town’s lanes, enjoy local crafts, and savor the views from elevated spots that reveal the area’s scenic beauty.

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To reach Guadalest from Benidorm, travelers can take the CV-70 via La Nucía or Polop, or the CV-755 through Altea.

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Enchanted Ravine (Planes)

Several short excursions begin in Planes, near the Gallinera Valley, known as the valley of cherry trees. The route begins with Via Crucis from the town to Ermita del Santo Cristo, where walkers enjoy a stroll among cherry and almond trees. The path then descends to the enchanted valley waterfall and follows a course along a boxed bed before looping back through fields that lead to the village—the valley itself is a destination worth exploring.

To get to Planes Old Town, where the excursion starts, travelers take a CV-700 from Muro de Alcoy or Pego.

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Source of the Vinalopó River (Banyeres de Mariola)

This town claims a high altitude within the province. The Mariola mountain range surrounds the area with springs and sources that feed the Vinalopó River, shaping the local landscape and ecology.

From Banyeres de Mariola one can take the connecting CV-795 toward the Interpreting Center. Sierra Mariola Natural Park sits near Ulls de Canals, with a convenient place to park.

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Torrevieja and La Mata Lagoons Nature Park

The Torrevieja lagoon covers a vast area of approximately 1,400 hectares, while La Mata spans about 700 hectares. The lagoons are separated by Chaparral and linked by an artificial channel known as the Lagoon Acequión, built to support salt exploitation. Flamingos and black-necked grebes are among the standout wildlife here.

From the town, detour on the N-332 at the top of Torrelamata to reach these natural features.

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Algar Fountains (Callosa d’en Sarrià)

Algar Fountains, located just 15 km from Benidorm and 3 km from Callosa d’en Sarrià, is a protected humid zone with ecological richness. A 1.5 km walk along the Algar riverbed reveals waterfalls, spring-water from rock crevices, and inviting natural pools where visitors can refresh.

Travelers reach Callosa d’en Sarrià via the CV-755, then follow the CV-715 toward Bolulla and Tárbena, with signs guiding to Fuentes del Algar. Parking is available nearby.

Orihuela

Orihuela is renowned for historic Mediterranean architecture and a wealth of museums and palaces classified as Cultural Interest Assets. Notable sites include El Palmeral, Teatro Circo, the Episcopal Sacred Art Museum, and Miguel Hernández House Museum, reflecting the city’s cultural richness.

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The castle remains accessible, with preserved walls, towers, dungeons, and battlements that evoke the region’s storied past.

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Santa Cruz neighborhood (Alicante)

This area is quintessential Alicante. Its narrow streets, colorful houses, abundant flowers, steep lanes, and stairways offer sweeping views of the city. The Santa Cruz Hermitage, dating from the 18th century, is a highlight.

Salinas de Santa Pola Natural Park

Covering about 2,470 hectares, the park includes salt flats, freshwater ponds, beaches, dunes, and farmlands. It is designated as a site of special importance for birds. The Salt Museum, housed in an old salt mill, offers insights into the history and uses of salt.

Travelers can follow the N-332 from the Salt Museum toward El Pinet.

Red Font

A single highlight cannot define Red Font because the area offers sanctuary, forests, caves, viewpoints, and landscapes full of oak, ash, and maple. Access to Font Roja sanctuary begins at the Alicante exit on the N-340. The AP 2001 road turns right, and after 11 kilometers, visitors arrive at the sanctuary car parks.

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