What to see in Altea
Altea preserves the essence of a Mediterranean village with white houses and cobbled lanes that slope down from a parish church crowned with azulejos (ceramic tiles) in blue and white. The Iglesia de San Miguel Arcángel is the first Russian Orthodox temple built in Spain, entirely constructed from wood from the Urals. National Geographic selected Altea as Spain’s most beautiful village to visit in July, praising its balance of tradition, art, and tourism.
🚆 How to get there from Alicante
El TRAM línea L1 connects Alicante-Luceros with Altea, stopping at El Campello, Villajoyosa and Benidorm. The journey takes about 2 hours. There are also autobús services available with frequent connections.
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Church · FREEIglesia de Nuestra Señora del ConsueloAltea — Marina Baixa (Alacant)Eighteenth-century church crowned by its iconic blue and white tile dome, dominating Altea's historic old town.
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Beach & nature · FREEPlaya La RodaAltea — Marina Baixa (Alacant)Gravel beach with sand patches in central Altea, sheltered by breakwaters that create calm waters.
- 🌳Garden · FREESerra Gelada Natural ParkAltea — Marina Baixa (Alacant)
Natural park of 5,000 hectares between Altea and Benidorm with 300-metre cliffs, reserves of rare flora and trails to viewpoints.
- 🏔️Viewpoint · FREEForat de BerniaAltea — Marina Baixa (Alacant)
A natural piedra caliza (limestone) tunnel that cuts through the Sierra de Bernia, used by shepherds for centuries.
- 🌿Beach & nature · FREEMascarat BeachAltea — Marina Baixa (Alacant)
Rocky cove within Serra Gelada Natural Park, 280 metres long with crystal-clear waters ideal for snorkelling and underwater exploration.