
Self Guided Tour of Alicante Hannibal, Bonfires and Cannonballs
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Self Guided Tour of Alicante Hannibal, Bonfires and Cannonballs is a 2.1-hour experience in Alicante, Spain, from $8 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 58 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 2.1 hours
- From
- $8 per person
A single bronze nail inside Alicante's city hall defines the height of every mountain in Spain. You'll learn why on this self guided audio walking tour of Alicante, narrated through the Tourific app. No guide, no group,
What you get
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
- 1-year access to audio on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
- Audio and written guide included
- Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
- Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
About this experience
A single bronze nail inside Alicante's city hall defines the height of every mountain in Spain. You'll learn why on this self guided audio walking tour of Alicante, narrated through the Tourific app. No guide, no group, just you and the city at your pace. Over two and a half hours, you'll trace 2,200 years of history layered into one hill, from Hannibal's childhood fortress to the medieval Andalusi walls. Stand in the market where 300 people died in three minutes during the Civil War. Decode the legend behind the face carved into the cliff above the castle. Visit the basilica that was once a great mosque. The audio works offline, you can pause anytime, and you start whenever you like. Over 20,000 travelers have used our self guided tours, and the tour comes with a full refund guarantee. If you want depth and flexibility on your Alicante walking tour, instead of being rushed between stops on someone else's clock, this is built for you.
What's included
Included
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
- 1-year access to audio on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
- Audio and written guide included
- Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
- Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
Not included
- Any physical devices or headphones
- Human tour guide at location
What you'll see and do
El Adivinador Statue
Begin at the port where Phoenicians once landed, beside a bronze fortune teller whose patron bank vanished.
5 minutes here
Casa Carbonell
Count 365 windows on a mansion whose owner died before he ever saw it finished.
5 minutes here
Alicante City Hall
Find the bronze nail that secretly sets the height of every mountain in Spain.
5 minutes here
Pause beneath enormous Australian fig trees in a square once used as a fishing beach.
5 minutes here
Calle de Las Setas
Wander a street the city rebranded with sixty thousand euros' worth of giant fibreglass mushrooms.
5 minutes here
Palacio Salvetti Building- Alicante.
Pass the mansion where a king left his family's logo as wallpaper to thank his hosts.
5 minutes here
Teatro Principal de Alicante
Step into the opera house built and owned by 25 citizens whose descendants still keep their boxes.
5 minutes here
Mercados de Alicante
Look for the clock frozen at the exact minute Italian bombers struck without warning.
5 minutes here
Museu De Les Fogueres
Encounter the satirical festival sculptures the public voted to save from being burned.
5 minutes here
Concatedral Sant Nicolau de Bari d'Alacant
Uncover the saint whose bones became Father Christmas, inside Alicante's Renaissance cathedral.
5 minutes here
Calle Mayor
Trace a planned street a Castilian king sketched onto his map seven centuries ago.
5 minutes here
Search for the cannonball still embedded in the church wall after a French naval bombardment.
5 minutes here
Descend into three hidden cisterns that kept the city alive when nothing fell from the sky.
5 minutes here
Barrio Santa Cruz
Climb whitewashed alleys where a Swedish archaeologist once lay down in front of bulldozers.
5 minutes here
Muralla Del Segle Xii
Touch the medieval Andalusi wall where lighter red marble marks every modern repair.
5 minutes here
Spot the human face that erosion carved into the cliff, and the love legend it sparked.
5 minutes here
Castillo de Santa Barbara
Stand on top of all four cities at once, where Hannibal himself once watched soldiers train.
5 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Alicante
This is a self-guided audio tour on your self-guided tour app. To activate the tour, check your email for instructions from us sent right after booking. Can’t find it? Search for your company in your email inbox and spam folder. OR contact us via support.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, pt, en, it, pl, fr, nl, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tourific
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2.1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 14+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Tourific, who run 78 experiences we rank across 70 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 60.1.
See everything Tourific runsWhy this scores 58
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Self Guided Tour of Alicante Hannibal, Bonfires and Cannonballs: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Alicante.
How much does Self Guided Tour of Alicante Hannibal, Bonfires and Cannonballs cost?
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Prices start at $8 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Alicante usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Self Guided Tour of Alicante Hannibal, Bonfires and Cannonballs take?
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Plan for about 2.1 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Alicante is not rushed.
Is Self Guided Tour of Alicante Hannibal, Bonfires and Cannonballs worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Alicante, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Self Guided Tour of Alicante Hannibal, Bonfires and Cannonballs?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Self Guided Tour of Alicante Hannibal, Bonfires and Cannonballs suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 14. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 2.1-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Self Guided Tour of Alicante Hannibal, Bonfires and Cannonballs?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Alicante can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Alicante and add a light layer if any part of the 2.1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Self Guided Tour of Alicante Hannibal, Bonfires and Cannonballs start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Alicante within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Alicante?
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On Outty we rank every Alicante experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Alicante Paella Cooking Class, Tapas, Drinks & Central Market, Alicante Food and Tapas Tour with a Local Guide, Alicante Historic Small Group Tour with Tapas Tasting. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Alicante?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Alicante?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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