Gardens to visit in the province of Alicante
The province of Alicante is particularly famous for its coastal and beach areas. This means Alicante welcomes thousands of tourists every year who come to enjoy the good weather, go for a swim and discover our gastronomy. But beyond the heat and the plans to cool off, the province offers hundreds of perfect locations.
When the weather is fine, you want to go for a walk and you don’t feel like doing a mountain hike, what options are left? Well, there are dozens of gardens to visit in the province of Alicante, easily accessible, free of charge and just a few minutes away from any other activity. They are perfect places to complement a morning or afternoon of sightseeing in the city. So, here are the best gardens to visit in the province of Alicante.
Historic gardens in Alcoy and Elche
These two gardens are close to the historic quarters of their cities and form part of their history, as well as being recognised as part of the province’s heritage. These are two of the best gardens to visit in the province of Alicante.
The first is the Huerto del Cura Garden in Elche, considered the jewel in the crown of the Palmeral de Elche, the largest palm orchard in Europe and one of the most extensive in the world. This marvel that combines Mediterranean and tropical flora was declared a National Artistic Garden in 1943. The Huerto del Cura Garden has several ponds where you will be able to see some fish and, above all, ducks. If you want to visit, find out about the prices and opening hours on its official website.
The next garden is of great cultural interest and is located in Alcoy, the Parque de La Glorieta. This garden is more than 300 years old and was the first public promenade in the municipality of Alcoy after 150 years of being owned by the church, as it was attached to the convent of San Francisco. This park has undergone several reforms, but the original character of the garden has always been maintained, with some areas very typical of art nouveau.
Other gardens to visit in the province of Alicante
For example, in Pedreguer, you can find a garden that was built fairly recently, but with a neoclassical style in its construction and a notable Arab inspiration in the gardens. The Jardín de l’Albarda consists of 50,000 square metres of gardens, with orange blossom, jasmine and vines of many different varieties.
Another fascinating garden is the Laberinto Casa Tápena, in Onil. The most remarkable feature is the labyrinth of cypress trees at the heart of the garden, but that’s not all. There are four sections with different flora, an agricultural area with fruit trees, a Mediterranean garden, a wetland and a small pine forest. This makes it one of the most comprehensive gardens to visit in the province of Alicante.
Advantages of a hire car
Although many of these gardens are located in urban areas, travelling between locations while depending on public transport can be a hassle. That’s why it’s a good idea to hire a car, as it gives you the freedom to set your own schedule and drops you right on the doorstep of where you want to be.
At Lara Cars, you can collect your car at Alicante-Elche Airport. In addition, our quotes are fixed and transparent, so you won’t have to worry about any unexpected additional charges, as you will know the exact price at the time of booking.
What are you waiting for? Book your car now and explore the best gardens to visit in the province of Alicante.
