Explore Alicante on a self-guided city game that uses 12 location-based riddles to reveal local stories, quiet courtyards and favorite food spots. Ideal for families, couples and curious travelers who want a playful, independent way to see the city.
Explore Alicante on a self-guided city game that uses 12 location-based riddles to reveal local stories, quiet courtyards and favorite food spots. Ideal for families, couples and curious travelers who want a playful, independent way to see the city.
Alicante’s harbor air carries salt and the murmur of buskers; the city game drops you into that bustle with your phone as guide and a string of riddles as a map.
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Operated by Secret City Trails · Alicante, Alicante
Alicante’s harbor air carries salt and the murmur of buskers; the city game drops you into that bustle with your phone as guide and a string of riddles as a map.
You begin near bright market stalls and thread through narrow streets that climb toward the old quarter. Buildings show layers of history — Roman foundations, medieval walls, and 18th-century façades — each plaque or statue unlocking a short story. The Mediterranean dares you to look up from the pavement: tiles wink in the sun and the sea’s light sketches the harbor’s edge.
The city’s geology is coastal limestone with gentle hills that shaped early settlement and defensive towers. Culturally, Alicante blends Valencian traditions — fiestas, seafood, and the distinctive bonfire festival Fogueres — with a long history of trade across the Mediterranean. Local creators designed the game to point out overlooked squares, musicians’ corners, and food spots where locals actually go.
Practically, expect about 2½ hours of easy walking across mostly paved streets and some cobbles; the route uses 12 location-based riddles to guide you from one point of interest to the next. Take quieter morning or late-afternoon windows to avoid market crowds, keep your phone charged, and wear shoes that handle short stair sections and uneven stone. It’s family-friendly, wheelchair-accessible on primary streets, and a compact way to experience Alicante’s stories without a formal guide.
The digital trail begins at a central, easy-to-reach point in the historic center; the app provides the exact start location after booking.
Yes — riddles are family-friendly and the route is designed for mixed groups, though adults should supervise near traffic and stairs.
Content is primarily in English (and often Spanish); check the booking page for available language options.
You receive instant confirmation; the experience is self-guided so you can start within the operating hours specified on your booking confirmation.
Secret City Trails operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




Alicante’s harbor air carries salt and the murmur of buskers; the city game drops you into that bustle with your phone as guide and a string of riddles as a map.
Alicante’s harbor air carries salt and the murmur of buskers; the city game drops you into that bustle with your phone as guide and a string of riddles as a map.
You begin near bright market stalls and thread through narrow streets that climb toward the old quarter. Buildings show layers of history — Roman foundations, medieval walls, and 18th-century façades — each plaque or statue unlocking a short story. The Mediterranean dares you to look up from the pavement: tiles wink in the sun and the sea’s light sketches the harbor’s edge.
The city’s geology is coastal limestone with gentle hills that shaped early settlement and defensive towers. Culturally, Alicante blends Valencian traditions — fiestas, seafood, and the distinctive bonfire festival Fogueres — with a long history of trade across the Mediterranean. Local creators designed the game to point out overlooked squares, musicians’ corners, and food spots where locals actually go.
Practically, expect about 2½ hours of easy walking across mostly paved streets and some cobbles; the route uses 12 location-based riddles to guide you from one point of interest to the next. Take quieter morning or late-afternoon windows to avoid market crowds, keep your phone charged, and wear shoes that handle short stair sections and uneven stone. It’s family-friendly, wheelchair-accessible on primary streets, and a compact way to experience Alicante’s stories without a formal guide.