Tabarca is a beautiful rocky island which makes a perfect day trip from Alicante. The island is officially considered as part of Alicante and lies only 11 miles southeast of the city, making it easily reachable by boat in just under an hour.
Enjoy the pristine natural beauty here with wonderfully mild climate and sparkling clear waters. Tabarca is an official Marine Reserve in Spain and protects over 1400 hectares of marine life. Fishing is restricted here including a beautiful flowering sea plant. For this reason fishing is restricted on the island, but you can still try your luck at professional sport fishing. If you don’t bring in a good catch, you can always enjoy some of the delicious fresh seafood available from the cluster of shore side restaurants.
You should also visit the beautiful baroque Iglesia de San Pedro y San Pablo and the remains of the wall which was built to protect the city. The tower of Saint Joseph to the northeast of the city is another interesting landmark, measuring 27.5 meters in height.
If none of these, you can just relax and spend your afternoon by wandering along Tabarca's stunning rocky beaches and admiring the sparkling sea views. |