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Alicante Tour Bus / Turibus

Sometimes it is nice to sit back and relax whilst you get whisked around Alicante. Rather than walking in the hot sun it sometimes fits to bring the sights to you!

Frequency : every 60 minutes Tuesday to Sunday End of March until beginning of December.

Access Platform for those of reduced mobility

In 2007 Alicante started offering its first Tourist bus known as Turibús. The tickets, once purchased, are valid for the whole day and you can get on an off the bus as often as you like. This is great if you want to see more of the outskirts of Alicante as it assures that you can get around very quickly and see as much of this beautiful City as is possible.

The Turibús is multilingual offering 5 different languages via a digital audio system.

Departure (from the stop located in Plaza del Mar): from 10.00 to 14.00 hours and from 16.00 to 19.00 hours.

Stops of the Turibús: 1.- Plaza Puerta del Mar 2.- MARQ. Province Archaeology Museum of Alicante 3.- Santa Bárbara Castle 4.- Central Market 5.- Plaza de los Luceros 6.- Ave. Federico Soto. El Corte Inglés 7.- Ave. Maisonnave. El Corte Inglés 8.- Ave. Oscar Esplá 9.- Ave. Conde Vallellano 10.- Cruise Port

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The Alicante Hop-on Hop-off Tour Bus is a great way to see the sights of Alicante.

The open air bus service has one line with 10 stops.  Passengers can board the bus at any stop, and the get off and on as much as they wish.  Tickets are valid for 24 hours.

The Santa Barbara Castle atop Mount Benacantil is one of the 10 bus stops.  It is definitely a place that passengers should explore.

Tour buses run daily from 10 AM until 1 PM and again from 4 PM until 6 PM.

The Hop-on Hop-off bus stops are as follows:

• Plaza del Mar / Postiguet Beach
• Archaeological Museum
• Santa Barbara Castle
• Central Market
• Plaza de Luceros
• Federico Soto / El Corte Ingles
• Avda Maisonnave / El Corte Ingles
• Avda Oscar Espla / La Verdad
• Avda Conde Vallellano
• Zona Volvo (Cruise Ship Port)

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Hop-on Hop-Off Alicante City Tour on the Turibús

If you are short on time but want to see much of this beautiful city as possible, take advantage of the Turibús. Hop on and off, at your leisure, throughout the day and see all of Alicante’s major points of interest. During the months of July and August, Turibus service runs from Monday to Sunday, from 10.00 am to 7.00 pm. During the month of September Turibus service runs from Monday to Sunday, from 10.00 am to 6.00 pm. From October to December, Turibus service runs from Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 am to 6:00 p.m. The 50 minutes pure pleasure of a leisurely sightseeing journey leaves guests plenty of time to explore each of the 10 stops. Make sure you carry your sun hat, sunglasses and sunscreen as the best views of Alicante are enjoyed only if you sit on the top deck of the bus. Of course, don’t forget to carry a camera to capture all those lovely memories. MARQ – The Archaeological Museum in Alicante

The Alicante Provincial Archaeological Museum (MARQ) is dedicated to the archaeological findings in the area and important educational space. This is one of the nicest cultural attractions of the city of Alicante. Santa Barbara Castle

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Floating on top of Mount Benacantil, the iconic Santa Barbara Castle in Alicante is one of Spain’s largest medieval fortifications. It was built by the Moors but later captured by Prince Alfonso of Castile on the feast day of Santa Bárbara. Mercado Central (Central Market)

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The Central Market on Avenida Alfonso X el Sabio is one of the favourite places to buy fresh food. Located in a striking art deco building, you can experience a typical Spanish shopping centre brimming with locals. Plaza de Luceros

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El Corte Ingles is Spain’s only departmental store chain, best known for women's, men's and kids' clothing, cafés and restaurants and much more. The best place to shop in Alicante!

23 comments

سبتمبر 03, 2015 Bill Allen We are arriving on a cruise ship. Is there a stop near the port to get on?

أغسطس 22, 2016 joanne kelly Yes just before suites del mar at roundabout. Around 10 euro.

فبراير 28, 2017 Debbie Boudreau How much is the hop on hop off bus?

مارس 01, 2017 smita @Debbie When I had gone to Alicante last year, a full day tour (ie. 10.00 to 18.00) costed me just 10 Euros. And just FYI, they charge 5 Euros for children between 4 to 12 years old. This a definitely a cheap option to discover Alicante.

مارس 02, 2017 Mijnheer What is the time the buss rides in the month of May?

مارس 07, 2017 smita @Mijnheer, The bus timings are as follow: From Jan. to Aug: Mon. to Sun.: 10.00 to 19.00. In September: Mon. to Sun.: 10.00 to 18.00 and From Oct. to Dec.: Tues. to Sun.: 10:00 - 18.00

مارس 19, 2017 Henny stornebrink We are coming by car to Alicant. We would like a trip with de hop on hop of.what is de best parking place for our car, we prefer near by de bus stop and where we can buy a busticket. Kind regards, Henny Stornebrink

يونيو 09, 2017 Gail Hearn I want to book the Alicante Turibus but I can't find a site to do that on.

يوليو 14, 2017 Irving C Astmann I also want to book tickets on the Touribus Alicante but can't find a site to do so. Anyone?

يناير 14, 2018 Steve Fox Hola, Can any of your tour buses accommodate a mobility scooter? Gracias

يناير 26, 2018 Francisco Dumouchel Hi, We are arriving on a cruise ship on March 24th, 2018. Could you tell me if the bus will be in operation ? Thank you

مارس 10, 2018 John Greshock We will be arriving in Alicante on 3 April 2018 by a cruise ship for a one day visit. We want to take the Turibus to visit the main sites. Can we purchase tickets for the Turibus in advance online, or can we purchase them when we board the bus?

مارس 12, 2018 Ellee Best way to explore Alicante city is by foot or another option is a segway tour. You can also opt for a touribus.

إبريل 11, 2018 Brian Does turibus operate next Tuesday

مايو 31, 2018 Riet van Esch We want hop on hop of in jun

يونيو 10, 2018 Eduardo Alegrado Where are these 10 stops of the Turibus? Where can we purchase tickets for the Turibus?

أغسطس 07, 2018 Robert Willoughby Where can we purchase tickets for the Turibus

أغسطس 13, 2018 ROBERT SROKA Is your buss provide the Polish language as translator

سبتمبر 17, 2018 Joyce Where can I buy tickets. When I come by car where can I best park the car? How often do they ride? And do they drive all day? Want to go in September.

سبتمبر 20, 2018 howard newman Does the Turibus stop anywhere near the cruise port? Where would I buy tickets there? We want to go to the Contemporary museum of art and the Mercado. Does the bus go to these places. Do you have a map with English of the stops that you could email me. Thank you very much. HN

يناير 10, 2019 Hugo Jorge Santillán Buenas tardes. Mi señora y yo quisiéramos tomar el hop-on hop-bus de Alicante el domingo 9 de junio de 2019. Favor de indicar disponibilidad, horarios tarifa y paradas donde podríamos tomar el bus. Saludos cordiales desde Argentina.

فبراير 17, 2019 ROSANE MIGUELINA CARDOSO Estaremos chegando em um cruzeiro no final de março. Tem ônibus Hop on Hop of, próximo ao navio? Ingressos antecipados? Ou no local? Thank you

مارس 06, 2019 RUI FRANZE Estaremos chegando em um cruzeiro no final de março. Tem Ônibus Hop on Hop, próximo ao navio? Ingressos antecipados Ou NO local? Obrigado

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Alicante Bus MIA – Prices, Timetables, Routes. All You Need to Know

The city of Alicante has a dense bus network -called MIA- that connects the city centre with all the neighbourhoods and surrounding cities.

Alicante has more than 35 bus lines connecting the city centre with the neighbourhoods and sounding towns; plus a circular line connecting several peripheric neighbourhoods. The single trip fare is 1.45€ and travel cards are available for budget fares. The payment methods are cash, credit cards or the travelcards. Transfer to other bus lines or Tram services is free on transfers shorter than 1h.

How to Pay for the Bus

There are 3 main ways to pay for the bus in Alicante: by card, by cash or by travel card. A single trip fare is 1.45€ if paid with a credit card or cash but gets more than 45% cheaper paying by travel card.

When paying by cash, the bus driver will accept only notes of 10€ or less and coins. You can still pay with a 20€ note but the driver will give you a voucher to exchange for money at the bus offices here .

The single ticket fare is 1.45€ when paying by cash or card. If using travel card passes to pay there is up to 50% discount compared to a single ticket price. This fare is the same for the local Red buses, the blue buses going to neighbouring cities and the TRAM Zone 1 .

There are several travel cards available such as unlimited trips in 30 days for residents, free trips for senior people older than 65, and for students… there is a complete list at the end of this article.

The most common travel card available to anyone is the Bono Móbilis Multiviaje which can be used on the buses and the TRAM trains (all the info about the TRAM is in this article) .

Temporary Discount on Bus Travel Card Bonos Fares

Due to the current inflationary situation, the Spanish government has been giving money to Spanish public transport systems. This includes travel cards for year medium-distance trains and local public transport.

With this measure, the government tries to reduce people’s expenses on transportation and reduce CO2 and nocive emissions in cities. Therefore, keeping inflation at a lower rate.

In Alicante, there is a 50% discount to the 31 of January 2025 on the MIA buses. This press note from the local go vernment explains the measure (in Spanish)

Note the 50% discount doesn’t apply to the single ticket which is still 1.45€.

The travel card Bono Móbilis Multiviaje is prepaid and the fares are the following:

As you can notice, the price of a single trip by travel card doesn’t change either buying 10 or 30 trips in a single transaction.

Note that you can use the same travel card for more than one person on the same trip. This is true for the Bono Móbilis Multiviaje .

Free Bus (and TRAM) for those Under 31

Another discount the government has kicked off is for those under 31 not to pay at all for the bus or TRAM service in Alicante . The 100% discount is active from the 9th of October 2022 until the 31 of January 2025.

Expiring of the Discounted Trips

As for now, no extension on the discounts has been announced so the temporary discounts will end on the 31st of January 2025.

Trips bought under the discounted fare can be used until 29-02-2025.

After February, any remaining trips on the travel card can be redeemed by paying the extra amounts until 30-06-2025. After that date, any trip will be lost.

After the 31st of January 2025, the fares will go back to “normal” with no discounts.

There is still a chance of the government expanding the discounts for a few more months but we do not know yet. Here is the source on Vectalia’s website (in Spanish).

Where to Buy and Recharge the Travel Card

The travel card Bono Móbilis Multiviaje costs 2€ and can be bought and recharged at the Alicante TRAM stations , many selling points – such as kiosks (the map is in this link) , at the TRAM stations Luceros and Mercado , and the TAM office at 03002 Alicante:

The TAM Office schedule is:

Monday to Friday from 08:30 to 14:00 and from 17:00 to 19:00.

Note Saturday and Sunday the TAM office is closed.

This is what a kiosk looks like in Alicante. This one is in La Explanada . They hung a little sign advertising they sell and recharge Mobilis cards.

Airport Bus C6

Alicante’s Airport bus line C6 has a fare of 3.85€ per trip. There is a travel card available (the selling point is the C6 bus itself) for 12€ that gives you 10 trips. This travel card has a 50% discount until the 31st of January 2025 which means the fare is 6€.

There is more about the airport bus on this page.

Tourist Travel Card In Alicante

Another Travel Card you might want to take into consideration for short stays in Alicante is the Tourist Travel Card.

It gives you unlimited access to the bus service plus the TRAM Zone 1 for a set time.

The Tourist Travel Card in Alicante also gives you access to one trip in the Turibus , a bus service designed for visiting the city which includes audioguides in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian. Note the Turibus service operates all year round.

The tourist card is also part of the 50% discount the Spanish government has activated as a measure against inflation. The discounts are valid until the 31 of January 2025.

Here are the prices or fees for the Tourist Travel Card in Alicante:

The travel card can only be bought at the TAM-MIA Office at 03002 Alicante.

If you plan to use the turibus to visit Alicante but don’t need to use other buses or TRAM services you can buy the turibus pass from the bus driver. It cost 10€ as it doesn’t have discounts for a single adult. 5€ for children 4-12 years old and 7€ for people aged +65 years old.

Fares for Special Bus Routes in Alicante

In Alicante, there are two colours for buses: red and blue.

Red buses drive around Alicante city and the fare is 1.45€.

Blue buses travel to neighbouring cities such as San Vicente or San Juan and the fare is still 1.45€.

Other buses might have special routes at different fares. For example, the bus from Alicante to Alicante Airport is line C6 and costs 3.85€ and also has its own travel card. All the info is in the Alicante to Alicante Airport article.

Some bus lines go farther away and the price is slightly higher. Lines C2, C-51, C-52, C53, M and 136 have a price of 1.50€. The price of a travel card is 2€ and 10 trips cost 12€. Ask the bus driver to buy the travel card and recharge it with trips.

It is possible to transfer from one bus to another in the following 60 minutes from the first card validation touch. This is only valid when using travel such as the Bono Móbilis Multiviaje . Transfers are not available when using a single trip ticket bought by cash or card.

After 60 minutes, another trip will be charged.

Tips and Recommendations on How to Use the Bus Network In Alicante

The bus network in Alicante reaches most corners of the city. Virtually all bus lines have the start/end or drive-through Avenida Maisonave or Avenida Oscar Espla, nearby Alicante Train Station , Luceros, and/or the Rambla. This makes the network very centralised. It is very easy to go to the city centre but difficult to travel between neighbourhoods.

Also, the frequency of some of the lines is not the best, having to wait for the bus anytime from less than 10 minutes for the quickest lines to +1h for the slowest.

Sometimes, it is difficult to understand what line or lines you should be taking for moving from point A to point B so my recommendation is to use different apps to identify the best route.

Use Google Maps to Understand What Lines to Use

Ironically, Google Maps have the best interface to understand what bus line or lines you should be taking.

When clicking the layers button you can choose Maps to show all the public transport stops. This option will show you all the bus stops, the bus lines stopping at that particular bus stop and the bus line route. Note that all this info might be outdated at times.

Despite this nice interface, your best option is just to write your destination and let it create the route by public transport for you.

But -and this is very important- the time the bus is stopping at each stop is not synchronized live between Google Maps and Vectalia (the bus company in Alicante) . This means that the time that Google Maps says it will take you to reach your destination is just a best guess and probably very wrong. Remember some bus lines’ frequency is higher than 1h.

Use The Offical Bus App to Know When the Next Bus Is Coming

And here is another App to save you time. Vectalia (Alicante’s bus company) has an app only for Android and iOS called Alicante Bus where you can see all the line frequencies at each bus stop.

The interface is not as simple as Google Maps but after a couple of usages it should be okay, here is what you can do:

• Remember the bus stop name from Google Maps
• Open Alicante Bus’ official App ( Android , iPhone ) and search for the bus line Maps tells you to get
• Guess the bus direction the bus is going to
• And from the map in the Alicante Bus app search for the stop, Google Maps tells you to use

I understand this is not an easy task and there is already a project to improve the digitalization of the bus service in Alicante and also add more lines to make it more usable. More about that in this press note in Spanish.

Another option is to go to the bus stop itself and point your phone camera at the QR code in the stop’s info post. It will redirect you to a page that tells you all the next buses coming to that stop.

The Alicante Bus network is thick. Anywhere you are in the city there is a nearby bus stop.

There are more than 30 lines to cover the city and its neighbouring cities.

There are tricks to know what bus you should get like using Google Maps and the Alicante Bus official app for Android or iOS .

Night Buses

There are a few night bus services in Alicante. The lines with night services are:

• 03N: Ciudad de Asis-Villafranqueza
• 22N: Puerta del Mar – Cabo de Las Huertas – San Juan Beach
• 21N: Puerta del Mar – San Juan – Campello
• 23N: Plaza del Mar – San Juan – Muchamiel
• 24N: Plaza del Mar – Universidad – San Vicente
• C-6: Alicante – Alicante Airport

All buses are reasonably new and have AC or hitting on all year around.

The indoors are comfortable and have USB power plugs to charge electronic devices.

Alicante TRAM Schedules and Timetables

Alicante has also TRAM services that are underground in the city centre. Some places the TRAM can get you are San Vicente, Campello and Benidorm. There is an entire article about the TRAM in Alicante by clicking this sentence.

Diversions Due to Planned Road Closures

There is an important planned road closure affecting many bus lines: Avenida de Federico Soto . This is the street that goes downhill from Luceros.

The bus lines affected are 01, 02, 03, 05, 22 and 27. Here is a map with the temporary route:

Complete List of Travel Cards for Alicante’s Bus

• BONO 30 DÍAS: For anyone empadronado (registered as a resident in the city hall) in Alicante for, at least 1 year. Unlimited trips for 30 days for 13.05€ (normal price 40€).
• BONO RUTA 4/30 JOVEN – JOVE: For anyone empadronado (registered as a resident in the city hall) in Alicante aged between 5 and 30 years old. Unlimited trips for 30 days for 7.50€ (normal price 15€).
• Bono Móbilis Multiviaje: For anyone. 4.35€ (10 trips, 8.70€ normal price) – 13.05€ (30 trips, 26.10€ normal price) plus a one-time fee of 2€ for the card.
• Bono Móbilis Jove: For people aged 16-30. 30 trips 7.50€ (normal price 21.20€) plus a one-time fee of 4€ for the card. Maximum of 3 recharge per month.
• Bono Móbilis Oro Alicante: For people +65 years old and +1 year empadronados in Alicante. 300 free trips per year.
• Bono Móbilis Escolar: For people aged 5-15. 30 trips for 8.25€ (normal price 16.50€) and up to 3 recharges per month. One-time fee of 4€ when buying the card.
• Bono Concessional: for the specially priced lines C2, C-51, C-52, C-53, M, 136. 10 trips for 12€. One-time fee of 2€ for the card.
• Bono Alicante – Aeropuerto : 12 trips for 2€. One-time fee of 2€ for the card. Buy and recharge inside the C6 bus from the driver.
• Tourist Card: Unlimited trips for 24h for 6.50€ (normal price 13€), 48h for 8€ (normal price 16€) and 72h for 9€ (normal price 18€).

2023 Christmas Bus

In 2023, Alicante’s City Council put a free “ Christmas Bus ” into service. The aim is for users to move around the most special Christmas viewpoints in the city seamlessly and freely.

This free bus service operates from Friday 22nd of December 2023 to 6th of January 2024.

The stops are:

• Plaza de los Luceros, 17
• Reyes Católicos, 31
• Avenida Federico Soto, 6
• Plaza Ruperto Chapí, 3
• Rambla de Méndez Núñez, 12

by VictorSesma

Victor Sesma is an Alicantinian living in London. He is a Software Engineer who likes writing about the city he was born.

City Bus Tours, Hop-On Hop-Off and amazing local tours

Alicante bus tours

Alicante also known as Alacant is located on the eastern coast of Spain, is known for its beautiful beaches, historic landmarks, and vibrant culture. Here are some options for bus tours and excursions in Alicante:

• Join a guided bus tour that takes you through Alicante’s major attractions, including Santa Bárbara Castle, Explanada de España promenade, Alicante Marina, and the historic Old Town. Learn about the city’s history, architecture, and cultural significance.
• Explore Alicante’s stunning coastline with a bus tour that includes visits to popular beaches such as Playa del Postiguet, Playa de San Juan, and Cabo de las Huertas. Enjoy panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea and coastal landscapes.
• Experience Alicante’s culinary scene with a bus tour that includes visits to local tapas bars and bodegas. Sample traditional Spanish tapas dishes paired with regional wines and learn about Alicante’s gastronomic traditions.
• Visit Santa Bárbara Castle with a bus tour that includes a guided tour of this historic fortress overlooking Alicante. Explore the castle’s ramparts, dungeons, and archaeological museum, then wander through the charming streets of the Old Town.
• Discover the wine regions of Alicante with a bus tour that takes you to local vineyards and wineries. Learn about the winemaking process, taste a variety of wines, and enjoy wine pairings with regional cuisine.
• Immerse yourself in Alicante’s cultural scene with a bus tour that includes visits to museums, galleries, and cultural institutions. Discover artworks by local and international artists and learn about the city’s cultural heritage.
• Explore Alicante’s shopping districts and markets with a bus tour that includes stops at local boutiques, artisan workshops, and street markets. Discover unique souvenirs, handicrafts, and fashion finds.
• Experience Alicante’s vibrant nightlife with a bus tour that showcases the city’s bars, clubs, and entertainment venues. Enjoy live music, dancing, and drinks in the lively streets of Alicante after dark.

Before booking, check with local tour operators for the availability, schedules, and details of the tours. Alicante’s diverse attractions and coastal beauty make bus tours an excellent way to explore the city and its surroundings.

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TURIBUS ALICANTE - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go

AliBus: Alicante Bus Schedule 4+

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AliBus - Your Timely Transit Companion in Alicante! Getting around Alicante has never been easier! AliBus is your reliable guide to navigating the city's public transportation system with precision and ease. This free app is designed specifically for both locals and visitors who seek accurate bus schedules and route information at their fingertips. Why AliBus stands out: - Accurate Schedules: Tired of outdated timings? AliBus provides up-to-the-minute bus schedules directly from the Alicante bus carrier's website, ensuring you have the latest information when you need it. - Detailed Route Maps: Discover all bus routes in Alicante, complete with bus stops for each route, so you can plan your journey without guesswork. - Live Waiting Times: Select any bus stop on the interactive map, and get real-time waiting times for the next buses. No more waiting and wondering! - Walking Directions: Not sure how to get to the nearest bus stop? AliBus creates a walking route from your current location to your chosen stop, including an estimated arrival time, so you're on schedule, every time.

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Coneix la ciutat amb Turibus

Alacant compta amb un servei d’ autobús turístic , conegut com Turibús, molt convenient per als qui compten amb poc temps a la ciutat o prefereixen la comoditat d’aquest servei. Permet pujar i baixar de l’autobús al llarg del dia tantes vegades com desitge el viatger.

Disposa d’un sistema d’àudio multilingüe equipat amb so digital en 6 idiomes diferents i, a més, compta amb una plataforma d’accés per a persones amb mobilitat reduïda.

Fes que la teua experiència a Alacant vaja sobre rodes i gaudeix.

• Pujada i baixada durant tot el dia en tot el recorregut pels punts d’interés d’Alacant.
• Possibilitat de realitzar recorreguts complementaris.
• Plaça Porta de la Mar
• Av. Juan Bautista Lafora ( Ascensor Castell)
• Museu MARQ. Es pot fer transbord (gratuït) per al bus llançadora del Castell. (GRATUIT)
• Rambla. Plaça Sant Cristofol
• Plaça d’Espanya ( Plaça de Bous)
• Mercat Central d’Alacant
• Plaça dels Estels
• Av Federico Soto / Plaça Calvo Sotelo
• Av. Maisonnave
• Estació d’Autobusos
• Av. Màrtirs de la Llibertat
• Zona Museu The Ocean Race. Port

Informació d interés

• Adults (13-65 anys): 10 euros
• Xiquets (de 4 a 12 anys): 5 euros
• Jubilats (+ de 65 anys): 7 euros

Freqüència: cada 60 minuts.

Freqüència de pas els dies amb escales de creuers , durant les hores d’ atracada: cada 30 minuts.

Duració del trajecte: 50 minuts aprox.

Telèfon: (+34) 965 269 369 Telèfon gratuït 900 101 575

Servei per a persones amb mobilitat reduida. Tel (+34) 965 140 936

Per a més informació: Oficines de Turisme

• Tel (+34) 965 177 201
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