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Spain · Ships call at Alicante, Spain
Ships use the cruise terminal on Muelle 14, with a free shuttle to the port gate; the Explanada de España promenade is about a 15 minute walk. Alicante-Elche Airport is about 9 km away, 15 to 20 minutes by taxi.
Ships leave from Alicante Cruise Terminal, Muelle 14, Port of Alicante. (Source: Murcia Today)
Prices and drive times were checked in October 2026 and change. Allow extra time on busy sailing days.
What cruisers do the day before boarding or after getting off, collected in October 2026. Each item links to where it came from.
A hilltop castle over the city, with an elevator from near the beach.
Source: WhatsInPort
A small island reached by boat from the harbor.
Source: WhatsInPort
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The best months to visit Alicante by cruise ship are June, July, September. During these months you can expect the driest weather and the most comfortable temperatures for port excursions.
Cruisers most often mention: Santa Bárbara Castle; Tabarca.
Alicante is a regular port of call for many cruise lines. The ships-calling list above has the next sailings for live departure dates, or search all itineraries that include Alicante.