To access the Castle, you can take the elevator located on the beach of Postiguet or on Avenida Juan Bautista Lafora. Alternatively, you can arrive by car via Vázquez de Mella. It's important to note that the last elevator goes down at 19:40.
The parking lot has a free space for disabled parking. Keep in mind that this is a fortress from the Middle Ages, which means it has stone and old, irregular slabs.
Once parked, you can go up a slope to reach the main square, which is still accessible. In the Plaza de Armas, you will find two arches, the ruins of the Ermita Santa Barbara, the Calabozo, and the Baluarte de la Reina y del Rey. You can access the Cuartel de la Tropa through a ramp and see the Hall of Felipe II with its heraldic coats of arms. From here, we can take the elevator to go up to the castle.
Castel opening hours:
Winter (October 1 to March 31): from 10:00 to 20:00h. Every day.
April, May, June and September from 10:00 to 22:00h. Every day.
July and August from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm. Days of performances Castle open until 23,45 hrs.
Musa Museum opening hours:
Every day, from 10:00 to 14:30 and from 16:00 to 19:00. Telephone: 965 152 969. The exhibition rooms close at 19:00 pm.
The Fortress will be closed on December 24, 25 and 31, January 1 and 6.
Acces:
Access to the elevators: Avda. Juan Bautista Labora s/n. 03002.
Access by road. Free of charge. Velázquez de Mella St., s/n. 03013.
Lift hours : from 10:00 to 19:45 h., last elevator up: 19:20 h.; last elevator down: 19:40 h.
Access by road. Free of charge. Velázquez de Mella Street, s/n. second floor.
We can continue the visit in the MUSA museum, a museum that collects important moments of the history of Alicante from the Bronze Age to the present.
Tabarca is the only inhabited island of the Valencia Community and is located 11 nautical miles off the coast of Alicante, near Cape Santa Pola. It is actually a small archipelago, comprising Tabarca and the islets La Cantera, La Galera, and La Nao. It has an approximate length of 1,800 meters and a maximum width of about 400 meters.
This service has special characteristics and schedules for both outward and return journeys. It is essential to book a place and we kindly ask you to get information about these schedules (Tel. +34 965 094 476). While some areas of Tabarca Island may not be accessible, many can still be enjoyed without problems.
Access by elevator and ramp.
Spaces for wheelchairs with safety anchorages.
The crew will be in charge of assisting the PRM in the embarkation and disembarkation.
Access is possible with both manual and electric wheelchairs.
The Bonfire Museum explains the festival of San Juan, which takes place on June 24 in Alicante. On this night, artistic figures are burned. Some of the figures that are saved can be found in the museum.
The museum has several exhibition halls and a room where visitors can watch videos about the festival.
Regarding accessibility for people with reduced mobility
Access
Entrance through a ramp with an approximate slope of 10%.
Automatic sliding glass door.
Free passage width greater than 150 cm.
Showroom
The exhibition halls of the museum are distributed on the ground floor and the itinerary is accessible without unevenness.
The exhibition rooms do not have any kind of unevenness, between furniture there is a space for circulation and maneuver for wheelchair users with a width of 1.50 m.
Projection room
Located on the ground floor and the itinerary is accessible.
It has no slopes and the seats are mobile.
There are no places reserved for PMR marked with the International Symbol of Accessibility (SIA).
Adapted toilet
Sliding door with a passage width of 78 cm.
Obstacle-free turning space of 150 cm.
Toilet with support bars on both sides, folding on the approach side and fixed on the opposite.
In this section, we invite you to discover both the Bullfighting Museum and the Alicante bullring. The museum offers a comprehensive sample of bullfighting and has a permanent exhibition of bullfighters from Alicante, such as Vicente Blau, José María Manzanares, Francisco Antón, and Luis Francisco Esplá.
Visitors to the Bullfighting Museum are only occasionally allowed to access the bullring.
Both the museum and the bullring are accessible thanks to ramps and an elevator. The bullring has 10 locations reserved for people with reduced mobility
The Fish Market Exhibition Building, which was originally the Fish Market, was built at the beginning of the 20th century (1917-1921) by Civil Engineer Próspero Lafarga under commission from the Port Works Board.
The building, which was rehabilitated and repurposed as an exhibition hall in 1992, consists of three rooms of different sizes, which have recently been named in homage to the city. The large room is named "ESPLANADA," the medium one "LUCEROS," and the smallest (but no less important) one "TABARCA."
Different exhibitions of all kinds are displayed in these three rooms, so be sure to check what is currently on display.
How to get there: Bus lines: 1, 2, 14A, 14B, C6 airport
The Volvo Ocean Race Museum is an exhibition space that provides an interactive learning experience about the maritime world. You will be able to discover the most intrepid sailors and learn about the wonders that the oceans hide. The museum takes you on a journey through the history of the Volvo Ocean Race and the marine world through state-of-the-art exhibits. It is a unique museum in the world where you can learn the secrets of the Volvo Ocean Race.
The museum is accessible to people with reduced mobility, but some activities, such as the simulator, may not be accessible by wheelchair.
The museum also has adapted bathrooms.
How to get:
Parking :parking Interparking, Muelle de Levante, s/n
Tram : Porta del Mar stop: line 5
Bus:
Stop at Plaza Puerta del Mar I: 14B, 21, 22, C-6
Stop at Juan Bautista Lafora 2 - Puerta del Mar: 02, 14A, 21, 22
Address and contact:
Muelle de Levante nº 10, Port of Alicante, 03001 Alicante,
Located in the square of the same name, the Gothic-style Basilica of Santa María was built between the 14th and 16th centuries on the remains of the old mosque, making it the oldest church in the city.
On its façade, you can see the baroque style with the sculpture of Juan Bautista Borja and its sober towers. Inside, you can visit the chapel of the Immaculate (16th century) with an image of Esteve Bonet (18th century) or see the white Carrara marble font (16th century, attributed to the school of Michelangelo).
The entrance has a ramp, although the doors create a small step that, when fully opened, makes it easier to enter. The interior has no architectural obstacles, except for the steps to the main altar.
It's important to note that the Basilica does not have an adapted bathroom.
This Renaissance cathedral, dating back to the 17th century, has a Gothic cloister from the 15th century and was built on the remains of an old mosque. It is a Latin cross temple with a slender dome and an oculus, and it has notable chapels including the Communion Chapel and San Nicolás Chapel, which features an image of the patron saint in the center of the apse (by Juan de Villanueva).
The entrance has no obstacles, and the interior is spacious, making it easy to navigate. The Cloister can be accessed from Calle Labradores, where you can admire the small garden and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.
It's important to note that the cathedral does not have adapted bathrooms.
We suggest visiting the central market of Alicante, not only because it is accessible to people with reduced mobility, but also because it is a treat to walk among the more than 300 stalls selling fruit, vegetables, fish, meat, and more, and to experience the lively atmosphere.
The market was inaugurated in 1921 and is still known for its fresh, quality products. The building has a pitched roof and is divided into two floors with large stained glass windows to let in natural light. One of the most striking features is the Rotonda, a spherical dome covering one side of the main façade.
Over time, the market has adapted to new needs, and many visitors and locals take advantage of the visit to have an aperitif. The Central Market of Alicante is an ideal place to meet with friends and family and enjoy the best Mediterranean products.
Since its creation, the Museum and Archaeological Sites of Alicante have considered the design and architecture of the building, and the accessibility of the tour, in their planning. All exhibition rooms, including the Library and shop, are located on the same floor and are easily accessible, with elements such as lifts or chair lifts available for use.
The museum has wheelchairs available for visitors and the main entrance to the building has two access ramps with handrails. There are also two adapted toilet cabins, with free turning space and support bars, in the museum hall.
The museum and sites are easily accessible by tram, which connects the MARQ with its deposits in Tossal de Manises and l'Illeta de El Campello. There is a public car park with a lift and spaces reserved for people with disabilities nearby, as well as a permanent parking space for people with reduced mobility at the main entrance of the museum.
The LUCENTUM Archaeological Site, located in Tossal de Manises, Albufereta de Alicante, is fully accessible for people with reduced mobility.
How to get:
Bus: 21, 22, 23
Train: C3
Track: L1, L2, L3
Address and contact:
Plaza Dr. Gómez Ulla, S/N, 03013 Alicante
Telephone: (+34) 965149000
Opinions sur Alicante
Naomi
17 avr. 2024
4,0
There is still some room for improvement in the taxi service. Many taxi companies also offer wheelchair taxis on websites and advertisements, but if you want to order one to take you to the airport, for example, they will not confirm that they will actually come.
John
8 sept. 2023
5,0
I wouldn’t have been able to get around Alicante without the use of a wheelchair so thank you.
Votre Alicante Guide
Alicante is a city and municipality in Spain, and the capital of the province of the same name. Located on the Mediterranean coast, it is a port city with 337,304 inhabitants and is the second most populous municipality in the Valencia Community and the eleventh in the country.
The word "alicante" is of Greek origin, coming from "Akra Lefki," which means "white promontory." It was likely named after the Santa Barbara Castle, which still dominates the city. While visiting Alicante, be sure to explore the Tabarca Island, beaches, Santa Barbara Castle, monuments, historic buildings, museums, cultural centers, promenades, and gardens.
For those with reduced mobility, www.motion4rent.com offers information about accessible beaches, excursions, theme parks, restaurants, and other offers for visitors with reduced mobility. Enjoy your stay!
Office du tourisme
Alicante has several tourist offices, we show you the most importants:
Port Office:
Muelle de Levante 6 s/n (In front of Plaza Puerta del Mar) 03001 Alicante
Alicante-Elche Airport offers a free service for passengers with reduced mobility in accordance with Regulation (EC) 1107/2006 of the European Parliament. This service is available to all passengers with reduced mobility or any type of disability and can be requested at least 48 hours in advance to ensure that their entire trip is prepared from the moment they arrive at the airport.
The service is free and can be requested online or by calling (+34) 91 321 10 00. There are multiple PMR meeting points inside and outside the passenger terminal and in the parking area at Alicante-Elche Airport.
PMR meeting points by floor:
- Floor -2, outside sidewalk.
- Floor 0, Arrivals outside sidewalk.
- Floor 2, Departures sidewalk.
- Floor 2, Departures Lobby.
- Floor 2, Boarding area.
PRM information and assistance offices by floor
- Floor 2, Departures Lobby.
- Floor 2, Boarding Area.
Train
Alicante-Terminal, also known as Alacant-Terminal, is the main railway station in the city of Alicante. It provides long-distance and medium-distance services, connecting to major cities within Spain.
The station does not have a direct connection to Alicante Airport, but it can be easily reached by bus line C-6, which is equipped with features for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility and has a voice announcement system. Alicante-Terminal is also the terminus for the Murcia/Alicante Cercanías on lines C1-C3.
The station offers the DIALOGA service for deaf and hearing impaired passengers, which includes text and sign language information displayed on monitors and a phone service system through cell phones or text messages.
Yes, that is correct. The Alicante Metropolitan Transport (TAM) is the metropolitan transport system serving the metropolitan area of Alicante since 1999. It includes buses and streetcars in the municipalities of Alicante, San Vicente del Raspeig, San Juan de Alicante, Muchamiel, and Campello.
The system consists of four streetcar lines and 38 bus lines. To take a wheelchair or electric scooter on TAM buses, a special permit is required. You can apply for this permit using the provided link.
If your visit to Alicante is 5 days or less, people with disabilities or reduced mobility who travel by scooter may travel on city buses by obtaining a temporary authorization for visitors. The access and usage conditions will be the same as those for holders of permanent accreditation cards for the duration of the temporary authorization's validity. The same documentation required for a permanent accreditation card must be provided. Wheelchair users can travel on TAM buses under the following conditions: 100% of TAM buses are equipped with an access ramp; to access the bus, you must enter through the door with the corresponding ramp and wait for the driver to provide the ramp to board the vehicle; to travel in a wheelchair, it is necessary to stand in the area designated for this purpose, facing the opposite direction of travel and with the wheelchair brake on; depending on the vehicle model, one or two wheelchairs may travel on each bus; and the wheelchair user must purchase or validate their ticket with the help of a companion, other users, or the driver.
- 100% of our buses are equipped with an access ramp.
- To access the bus, you must enter through the door with the corresponding ramp and wait for the driver to provide the ramp to board the vehicle.
- To travel in a wheelchair, it is necessary to stand in the area designated for this purpose, facing the opposite direction of travel and with the wheelchair brake on.
- For safety reasons, depending on the vehicle model, one or two wheelchairs may travel on each of our metropolitan service buses (urban and interurban).
- The wheelchair user will have to purchase your ticket or validate the ticket with the help of your companion, other users, or, ultimately, with the intervention of the driver.
Taxi:
Radio Tele Taxi is a company that offers a wide range of transportation services in the city of Alicante and surrounding areas, including San Vicente del Raspeig, San Juan Pueblo, Mutxamel, and Campello. They have a fleet of 470 official vehicles, including cars adapted for reduced mobility, minivans, sedans, and high-end vehicles. Over 87% of the taxis in the area are operated by Radio Tele Taxi. They may be a good option for those in need of transportation services in the area.
We leave you their website and contact details so you can contact them:
Address and contact
Telephone: (+34) 96 5101611 or (+34) 96 5252511
Web: www.taxienalicante.com
Plages adaptées / accessibles
The city of Alicante offers an accessible beach service with recreational-pedagogical areas and bathing assistance during the summer season, which runs from July 1 to September 15. These services are designed to make the beaches of Alicante more accessible to people with functional diversity. The accessible areas are located on the beaches of San Juan, Postiguet, Saladares-Urbanova, and, starting in July 2021, also on Tabarca Island.
Shaded areas with access walkways of special width of 100m2, toilets, showers and adapted changing rooms.
Adapted parking spaces on the beaches of San Juan, El Postiguet and Urbanova.
Staff with extensive experience in dealing with this group.
Quartiers / zones
Walk through the neighborhood of Santa Cruz:
We propose a circular walk that begins and ends approximately in the same place and is accessible for people with reduced mobility or any disability. The walk takes place in one of the most emblematic areas of Alicante.
We start at the Plaza de San Cristóbal, considered one of the oldest in Alicante, from where we can see the Ermita de la Santa Cruz.
We continue along Calle de Argensola and arrive at the Plaza del Carmen, a square dating back to the 16th century when the new city began to grow. It is located in the center of the Santa Cruz neighborhood and gives access to the hermitages of San Roque and Santa Cruz.
From here, we follow the route around the Plaza del Carmen, go up Calle Toledo, and continue our walk to the next destination along this street. We arrive at the Plaza del Puente, where we will find the Water Museum and have a magnificent view of the Santa Bárbara Castle, as well as being one of the entrances to the Parque de la Ereta.
Next to the museum are the Pozos de Garrigós, where rainwater or snow was stored to be sold later in the city. Once at this point, we can take a break to have a beer and eat a tapa at Restaurante el Pont. After the break, we will continue along Calle de San Juan until we reach Calle Villavieja and stand in front of the Basilica of Santa María.
Opposite this church is the Museum of Contemporary Art (MACA), where we can find works by Chillida, Picasso, Dalí, and Miró, among others.
We continue along Calle Villavieja towards the new city until we enter the beginning of Calle Mayor and arrive at Plaza de Santa Faz, behind the Alicante Town Hall. From here, we continue walking along Calle Mayor until we reach the most important church in the city, the Co-Cathedral of San Nicolás.
From here, we access Calle Labradores, where we find three mansions from the 18th century, and finally we finish the tour with a well-deserved tapa at Mesón Los Labradores, one of the most emblematic and traditional restaurants in Alicante.
Walk through the center of the city of Alicante:
We propose a route through the historic center of Alicante that is very accessible and well-adapted for a wheelchair visit. This includes the old town of medieval origin, which has good pavement and many ramps to overcome slopes.
The promenades of the port area and the Postiguet beach allow you to walk comfortably and safely, even with a wheelchair. An example is the Esplanade of Spain with its 3-color marble mosaic, which makes this walk the ideal place to enjoy the city.
In addition, the Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Plaza Santísima Faz, Calle Mayor, and the Co-cathedral of San Nicolás are all quite accessible and can be easily visited.
The museums are also adapted, and the best example is the Archaeological Museum (MARQ). Here, you can take a tour through the city of Alicante from its prehistory to the Modern Age.
It is a very educational museum and its visit is enlivened with images and sound, making it more inclusive. It is recognized as one of the most accessible Spanish museums for people with functional diversity by the State Representative Platform of People with Physical Disabilities.
This restaurant chain has 3 restaurants in Alicante, and we propose the Barrio , it is 100% adapted for people with reduced mobility. It specializes in Italian food and has very good reviews.
Address and contact:
Address a: Calle de Muñoz, 3, 03540 Alicante (Alacant)
