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Parks

Alicante boasts a number of parks where you can escape the bustle of the city and enjoy some fresh air. La Ereta Park lies on the slopes of Mount Benacantil, just below Santa Bárbara Castle and opposite El Postiguet Beach. From here, you’ll be rewarded with some of the best panoramic views of Alicante, as well as a scenic route that leads from the summit down into the city’s historic quarter. El Palmeral Park, located a little further from the centre, is one of Alicante’s most striking green spaces. This palm-filled park features lakes, ponds and artificial streams, along with sports facilities and a cross-country cycling track. A pavilion hosts a lively programme of events throughout the year, including children’s theatre and puppet shows. Closer to the city, Canalejas Park is around a 20-minute walk from La Ereta. It is one of Alicante’s oldest and most traditional public gardens, home to lush greenery and impressive century-old rubber trees that soar up to 20 metres high. Finally, Gabriel Miró Square—although not a park—offers a peaceful, leafy retreat just a few steps from the Explanada and the seafront promenade. Dedicated to the Alicante-born writer, it features a fountain monument and grand old trees, creating a charming, shaded spot for a quiet break.