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Castle of Santa Barbara

6 Av de Juan Bautista Lafora, 03002 Alicante, Spain (Casco Antiguo-Santa Cruz)
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Ranked #5 of 20 attractions in Alicante
Type: Castles, Ancient Ruins
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Moehlin, Switzerland
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15 reviews 15 reviews
10 attraction reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

There are many ways leading to the top, and all of them are quite steep. So instead of highheels you better wear some hiking sneakers with a grip. For your way down, chose another option than you did upwards. You may encounter different views. Have your camera with you, for the breath-taking 360°-panorama. Unless you are not disabled, don't chose... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Lift takes you straight into the castle coartyard, from where you can explore the ramparts and look at the stunning 360 degree views. Don't miss the room with photographs of old Alicante dating back around 100 years

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St Helens, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

We went up this castle everyday we were in Alicante we just love it! There are a few different ways to get up to it and we tried them all, half way up the castle there are 2 little cafes where you can stop and get a drink or something to eat. Once you get to the top you can... More

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scotland
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

well worth a visit use lift from marina. great views of the city from the top. good value walk down to the centre involved lots of steps

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Camberley, United Kingdom
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10 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Take the lift for 2.40 euros as it would a very arduous walk in the heat. We really like Alicante and would recommend it for a weekend away

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Riga, Latvia
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Fantastic views from the top of the castle. The Museum of Alicante history, which is located inside the Santa Barbara castle is worth the visit.

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Gothenburg, Sweden
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2013

A bit of a hike if you are unfit, but there is a lift to get you to the tope too - Great views when you get there!

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Helsinki
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32 attraction reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

Great free views over the Alicante. Especially the west side has a nice path with lots of plants. Remember to take water with you when the sun is up!

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Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

A very interesting place to explore and, from the top of the castle, the views of Alicante and the surrounding area are amazing

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Liverpool, United Kingdom
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32 reviews 32 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

Great views. Only few euros to enter. Make sure you have small notes or change, won't accept 10 or 20 euro notes. Take drink with you and access not good for tourists with walking disability.

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