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Discover Valencia

L'Oceanogràfic, Valencia
L'Oceanogràfic
Llotja de la Seda, Valencia
Llotja de la Seda

City guide

About Valencia

Valencia sits on Spain's eastern Mediterranean coast. The country's third-largest city balances a rich medieval heritage with cutting-edge futuristic architecture, green parklands, and vast urban sand beaches.

The spine of the city is the Turia Gardens: a nine-kilometre lush green ribbon winding through a diverted riverbed. At one end lies the historic Barrio del Carmen; at the other stand the breathtaking white curves of Santiago Calatrava's City of Arts and Sciences.

Best time to go
Spring (April to June) and autumn (September and October) are optimal, with abundant sunshine and comfortable temperatures between 21 and 26°C. In mid-March, the explosive Las Fallas festival takes over the city. July and August are hot and humid.
From the airport
Valencia Airport (VLC) in Manises is located 8 kilometres west of the city. Metro lines 3 and 5 connect directly to Xàtiva station in central Valencia in roughly 20 minutes. A taxi to the centre has a flat rate of around 20 to 25 euros.
Getting around
Valencia is exceptionally flat and ranks among Spain's best cycling cities, thanks to dedicated bike lanes running through the Turia Gardens. The historic centre is compact and pedestrianized. Metro and tram routes (such as tram line 4 to the beach) easily cover greater distances.

What to see in Valencia

  • City of Arts and SciencesThe futuristic architectural complex designed by Santiago Calatrava, housing an opera palace, an interactive science museum, and Europe's largest oceanographic aquarium.
  • Mercado CentralOne of Europe's largest fresh food markets, set inside an exquisite modernist pavilion of stained glass, colorful ceramic tiles, and iron domes.
  • Valencia Cathedral and El MigueleteThe city's gothic cathedral containing what is widely claimed to be the Holy Grail. Climb the octagonal bell tower for sweeping city vistas.
  • Turia Gardens (Jardín del Turia)A nine-kilometre park transforming a former riverbed into a lush green haven filled with palm trees, sports facilities, and cycling paths.

Neighbourhoods

  • El CarmenThe historic northern quarter of the old town, famous for ancient city gates, vibrant street art, hidden courtyards, and lively tapas bars.
  • RuzafaA fashionable, diverse neighborhood packed with specialty cafes, independent boutiques, art galleries, and bustling evening dining around its market.
  • El CabanyalThe historic fishermen's village beside the beach, recognized by its grid of colorful tiled facades, seafood taverns, and laid-back rhythm.

Food and drink

Order authentic Paella Valenciana: traditionally cooked with chicken, rabbit, green runner beans, and large white garrofó beans, always enjoyed at lunchtime. Sip refreshing horchata (a chilled tiger nut milk) paired with soft elongated fartons pastries, and share a jug of Agua de Valencia cocktail on an open terrace.

Questions about Valencia

Can you eat paella for dinner in Valencia?

Locals eat paella almost exclusively for lunch. Many of the most respected traditional rice restaurants in the city and nearby Albufera are closed for dinner.

How far is the beach from the city centre?

Playa de la Malvarrosa is about 4 to 5 kilometres east of the historic centre. It takes roughly 20 minutes by bicycle through the Turia park or via tram line 4.

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