Mushroom Street (Calle De Las Setas)

The idea for the Mushroom Street was first introduced in 2016 as part of a revitalization project aimed at breathing new life into the old town area of Alicante. The objective was to transform an underused pedestrian street into a vibrant and attractive destination for locals and tourists alike while promoting the vibrant shops and restaurants of the street. To achieve this, the city enlisted the help of Spanish artist Sergio Martinez, who came up with the current design of the street. The project cost the city over 60,000 euros and consisted of redesigning the walkway and constructing giant mushroom-shaped statues. The result is a striking visual display of colorful buildings, toadstool houses, and giant mushroom statues, providing a whimsical and fun immersive experience.