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Celebrate World Tourism Day 2025
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TOURISTIC AREA: Historical center
Take part in World Tourism Day with free guided tours, discounts, and gifts.
As every year on September 27 since 1980, tourism celebrates its international day, a date that highlights the importance of tourism that cares for people, the planet, and a better future.
València, already committed to this model of tourism, joins the celebration with plenty of activities, many of them free or with discounts. Take a look, because it’s really worth it! And don’t forget to stop by our tourist offices to pick up a València souvenir bracelet.
Free guided tours
Free guided tours at Bioparc
Bioparc Valencia celebrates World Tourism Day with a special free guided tour to showcase this animal conservation park designed under the zoo-immersion concept. Get one of the 15 available spots and immerse yourself in carefully recreated natural habitats that allow you to get closer to the animals, vegetation, and landscape like never before, without visual barriers. The tour will be on Saturday the 27th at 10:00 a.m., and you can book it here.
Discover the greenest Valencia
The "Green Routes" created to celebrate the city as the 2024 European Green Capital join the World Tourism Day celebrations with the guided itinerary "A historic center to share", helping you discover a greener, more comfortable Valencia with well-preserved heritage.
In short, a perfect city to live in or visit.
The route starts from the Green Capital kiosk at Plaza de la Reina. Choose from the following dates and times:
Saturday 27 and Sunday 28
- In Spanish at 10:15 a.m., 11:45 a.m., and 5:30 p.m.
- In English at 11:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
- Each tour has a maximum capacity of 20 people, and reservations are limited to two per person.
🛑 Sold Out 🛑
Free guided tour of the Holy Chalice in the III Jubilee Year
Did you know that in Valencia you can see one of the most revered objects in Christianity? It is the Holy Chalice, which, according to tradition and the Church, may have been in the hands of Jesus Christ during the Last Supper.
This relic is kept in the Cathedral, in a chapel that attracts thousands of visitors and locals every year.
On September 27, you can learn its entire history with "Valencia, destination of the Holy Chalice", a free guided tour lasting an hour and a half, starting at 4:30 p.m. from the City Hall.
🛑 Sold Out 🛑
Neighborhood routes
The City Council also joins World Tourism Day with other free guided tours that require registration by emailing inscripcionturismo@valencia.es including the date, route name, participants’ details —maximum four—, and a contact number. You will receive a confirmation email.
Hemingway Route
In July 1925, Ernest Hemingway first arrived in Valencia via the North Station. What was supposed to be a simple visit turned into a love at first sight with the city. A century later, the free guided tours retrace those places with a guide. There are two Hemingway routes: one through the city center and one along the beach. Dates and times:
City center route
- Saturday 27 at 11:00 a.m. in Valencian
- Sunday 28 at 11:00 a.m. in Spanish
Beach route
- Friday 26 at 7:00 p.m. in Spanish
- Saturday 27 at 11:00 a.m. in Valencian
Turia Garden route
The large garden running through Valencia also holds secrets and curiosities worth discovering on foot. Dates available:
- Friday 26 at 7:00 p.m. in Spanish
- Saturday 27 at 11:00 a.m. in Spanish and 7:00 p.m. in Spanish and Valencian
- Sunday 28 at 7:00 p.m. in Valencian
Neighborhood routes
Neighborhood tours highlight each area's unique character.
- Friday 26: Cabanyal-Canyamelar – 11:00 a.m. – English
- Saturday 27: Benimàmet – 7:00 p.m. – English; Patraix – 11:00 a.m. – Spanish and Valencian
- Sunday 28: Orriols – 7:00 p.m. – English
Inclusive routes in sign language (LSE)
World Tourism Day is for everyone! Inclusive routes are available in sign language, exploring Pobles del Nord and Pobles del Sud with guides narrating their history.
- Pobles del Nord – Friday 26 at 11:00 a.m. – Spanish LSE
- Pobles del Sud – Friday 26 at 11:00 a.m. – Spanish LSE
Guided visit to Hotel Palacio Vallier and Café Madrid with Agua de Valencia tasting
MYR Hotels invites you to visit two of their Valencia spaces:
- Palacio Vallier (11:00 a.m., Plaza Manises 7): 19th-century mansion turned 5-star hotel, with Roman perfumery remains and a space for Lladró porcelain. End with a glass of Agua de Valencia on the rooftop with stunning historic center views.
- Café Madrid (12:00 p.m., C/ Abadía de San Martín 10): Iconic 1940s bar, birthplace of Agua de Valencia, cultural meeting point, ending with rooftop tasting.
- Each visit lasts about 20 minutes. Book soon, as there are only 10 spots per visit.
🛑 Sold Out 🛑
- If you love Agua de Valencia or are curious, learn to make it in the workshop at Café Madrid on Sunday 28 at 12:00 p.m., for 20 people at €25 per person. Reserve online.
2x1 on Bikes4Tours bike tours
Enjoy two spots for the price of one. Mention Visit Valencia at the store or use code MUNTUR25 for online booking here.
25% off Valencia&Go excursions and tours
Take advantage of weekend trips with 25% off to San José caves, Albufera Natural Park, and Utiel-Requena vineyards. City tours are also available for art and architecture.
Free guided tours
Free guided tours at Bioparc
Bioparc Valencia celebrates World Tourism Day with a special free guided tour to showcase this animal conservation park designed under the zoo-immersion concept. Get one of the 15 available spots and immerse yourself in carefully recreated natural habitats that allow you to get closer to the animals, vegetation, and landscape like never before, without visual barriers. The tour will take place on Saturday the 27th at 10:00 a.m. and you can book it here.
Discover the greenest Valencia
The "Green Routes" created to celebrate the city as the 2024 European Green Capital join the World Tourism Day celebrations with the guided itinerary "A historic center to share", helping you discover a greener, more comfortable Valencia with well-preserved heritage.
In short, a perfect city to live in or visit.
The route starts from the Green Capital kiosk at Plaza de la Reina. Choose from the following dates and times:
Saturday 27 and Sunday 28
- In Spanish at 10:15 a.m., 11:45 a.m., and 5:30 p.m.
- In English at 11:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
- Each tour has a maximum capacity of 20 people, and reservations are limited to two per person.
🛑 Sold Out 🛑
Free guided tour of the Holy Chalice in the III Jubilee Year
Did you know that in Valencia you can see one of the most revered objects in Christianity? It is the Holy Chalice, which according to tradition and the Church may have been in the hands of Jesus Christ during the Last Supper.
This relic is kept in the Cathedral, in a chapel that attracts thousands of visitors and locals every year.
On September 27, you can learn its full history with "Valencia, destination of the Holy Chalice", a free guided tour lasting an hour and a half, starting at 4:30 p.m. from the City Hall.
🛑 Sold Out 🛑
Neighborhood routes
The City Council also joins World Tourism Day with other free guided tours that require registration by emailing inscripcionturismo@valencia.es, including the date, route name, participant details (maximum four), and a contact number. You will receive a confirmation email.
Hemingway Route
In July 1925, Ernest Hemingway first arrived in Valencia via the North Station. What was supposed to be a simple visit became a love at first sight with the city. A century later, the free guided tours retrace those places. There are two Hemingway routes: one through the city center and another along the beach. Dates and times:
City center route
- Saturday 27 at 11:00 a.m. in Valencian
- Sunday 28 at 11:00 a.m. in Spanish
Beach route
- Friday 26 at 7:00 p.m. in Spanish
- Saturday 27 at 11:00 a.m. in Valencian
Turia Garden route
The large garden running through Valencia also holds secrets and curiosities worth discovering on foot. Available dates:
- Friday 26 at 7:00 p.m. in Spanish
- Saturday 27 at 11:00 a.m. in Spanish and 7:00 p.m. in Spanish and Valencian
- Sunday 28 at 7:00 p.m. in Valencian
Neighborhood routes
Neighborhood tours highlight each area's unique character.
- Friday 26: Cabanyal-Canyamelar – 11:00 a.m. – English
- Saturday 27: Benimàmet – 7:00 p.m. – English; Patraix – 11:00 a.m. – Spanish and Valencian
- Sunday 28: Orriols – 7:00 p.m. – English
Inclusive routes in sign language (LSE)
World Tourism Day is for everyone! Inclusive routes in sign language are available to explore Pobles del Nord and Pobles del Sud with guides narrating their history.
- Pobles del Nord – Friday 26 at 11:00 a.m. – Spanish LSE
- Pobles del Sud – Friday 26 at 11:00 a.m. – Spanish LSE
Guided visit to Hotel Palacio Vallier and Café Madrid with Agua de Valencia tasting
MYR Hotels invites you to visit two of their Valencia spaces:
- Palacio Vallier (11:00 a.m., Plaza Manises 7): 19th-century mansion turned 5-star hotel, with Roman perfumery remains and a space for Lladró porcelain. End with a glass of Agua de Valencia on the rooftop with stunning historic center views.
- Café Madrid (12:00 p.m., C/ Abadía de San Martín 10): Iconic 1940s bar, birthplace of Agua de Valencia, cultural meeting point, ending with rooftop tasting.
- Each visit lasts about 20 minutes. Book soon, as there are only 10 spots per visit.
🛑 Sold Out 🛑
- If you love Agua de Valencia or are curious, learn to make it in the workshop at Café Madrid on Sunday 28 at 12:00 p.m., for 20 people at €25 per person. Reserve online.
2x1 on Bikes4Tours bike tours
Enjoy two spots for the price of one. Mention Visit Valencia at the store or use code MUNTUR25 for online booking here.
25% off Valencia&Go excursions and tours
Take advantage of weekend trips with 25% off to San José caves, Albufera Natural Park, and Utiel-Requena vineyards. City tours are also available for art and architecture.
Free Guided Tours
Free Guided Tours at Bioparc
Bioparc Valencia celebrates World Tourism Day with a special free guided tour to showcase this animal conservation park designed under the zoo-immersion concept. Get one of the 15 available spots and immerse yourself in carefully recreated natural habitats that allow you to get closer to the animals, vegetation, and landscape like never before, without visual barriers. The tour will be on Saturday the 27th at 10:00 a.m. and you can book it here.
Discover the Greenest Valencia
The "Green Routes" created to celebrate the city as the 2024 European Green Capital join the World Tourism Day celebrations with the guided itinerary "A historic center to share", helping you discover a greener, more comfortable Valencia with well-preserved heritage.
In short, a perfect city to live in or visit.
The route starts from the Green Capital kiosk at Plaza de la Reina. Choose from the following dates and times:
Saturday 27 and Sunday 28
- In Spanish at 10:15 a.m., 11:45 a.m., and 5:30 p.m.
- In English at 11:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
- Each tour has a maximum capacity of 20 people, and reservations are limited to two per person.
🛑 Sold Out 🛑
Free Guided Tour of the Holy Chalice in the III Jubilee Year
Did you know that in Valencia you can see one of the most revered objects in Christianity? It is the Holy Chalice, which according to tradition and the Church may have been in the hands of Jesus Christ during the Last Supper.
This relic is kept in the Cathedral, in a chapel that attracts thousands of visitors and locals every year.
On September 27, you can learn its full history with "Valencia, destination of the Holy Chalice", a free guided tour lasting an hour and a half, starting at 4:30 p.m. from the City Hall.
🛑 Sold Out 🛑
Neighborhood Routes
The City Council also joins World Tourism Day with other free guided tours that require registration by emailing inscripcionturismo@valencia.es, including the date, route name, participant details (maximum four), and a contact number. You will receive a confirmation email.
Hemingway Route
In July 1925, Ernest Hemingway first arrived in Valencia via the North Station. What was supposed to be a simple visit became a love at first sight with the city. A century later, the free guided tours retrace those places. There are two Hemingway routes: one through the city center and another along the beach. Dates and times:
City center route
- Saturday 27 at 11:00 a.m. in Valencian
- Sunday 28 at 11:00 a.m. in Spanish
Beach route
- Friday 26 at 7:00 p.m. in Spanish
- Saturday 27 at 11:00 a.m. in Valencian
Turia Garden Route
The large garden running through Valencia also holds secrets and curiosities worth discovering on foot. Available dates:
- Friday 26 at 7:00 p.m. in Spanish
- Saturday 27 at 11:00 a.m. in Spanish and 7:00 p.m. in Spanish and Valencian
- Sunday 28 at 7:00 p.m. in Valencian
Neighborhood Routes
Neighborhood tours highlight each area's unique character.
- Friday 26: Cabanyal-Canyamelar – 11:00 a.m. – English
- Saturday 27: Benimàmet – 7:00 p.m. – English; Patraix – 11:00 a.m. – Spanish and Valencian
- Sunday 28: Orriols – 7:00 p.m. – English
Inclusive Routes in Sign Language (LSE)
World Tourism Day is for everyone! Inclusive routes in sign language are available to explore Pobles del Nord and Pobles del Sud with guides narrating their history.
- Pobles del Nord – Friday 26 at 11:00 a.m. – Spanish LSE
- Pobles del Sud – Friday 26 at 11:00 a.m. – Spanish LSE
Guided Visit to Hotel Palacio Vallier and Café Madrid with Agua de Valencia Tasting
MYR Hotels invites you to visit two of their Valencia spaces:
- Palacio Vallier (11:00 a.m., Plaza Manises 7): 19th-century mansion turned 5-star hotel, with Roman perfumery remains and a space for Lladró porcelain. End with a glass of Agua de Valencia on the rooftop with stunning historic center views.
- Café Madrid (12:00 p.m., C/ Abadía de San Martín 10): Iconic 1940s bar, birthplace of Agua de Valencia, cultural meeting point, ending with rooftop tasting.
- Each visit lasts about 20 minutes. Book soon, as there are only 10 spots per visit.
🛑 Sold Out 🛑
- If you love Agua de Valencia or are curious, learn to make it in the workshop at Café Madrid on Sunday 28 at 12:00 p.m., for 20 people at €25 per person. Reserve online.
2x1 on Bikes4Tours Bike Tours
Enjoy two spots for the price of one. Mention Visit Valencia at the store or use code MUNTUR25 for online booking here.
25% Off Valencia&Go Excursions and Tours
Take advantage of weekend trips with 25% off to San José Caves, Albufera Natural Park, and Utiel-Requena Vineyards. City tours are also available for art and architecture.
Coming with Children?
Discount on the family show at Sala Russafa
To complete the celebration, Sala Russafa offers a 25% discount on September 27 for the family show “La Reina Pirata”.
The plot takes you to 1587, when the corsair Will el Bardo—after being betrayed by his crew—shipwrecks on a deserted island with a very peculiar cabin boy.
From that moment, the search for the legendary treasure of O’Malley begins.
Doesn’t discovering where the treasure is hidden sound like the perfect excuse to end the day with theater?
To get your discount, use the code Teaturismo2025 (Promotion valid for a maximum of 50 tickets).
Museo Ilusiona with 25% off using the Valencia Tourist Card
Take advantage of the special World Tourism Day discount with the Valencia Tourist Card (25% instead of the usual 10%) offered at Museo Ilusiona. Enter a magical space and have fun taking incredible photos inspired by myths, legends, and local traditions. Also, don’t miss the 4D simulator and release all that adrenaline!
World Tourism Day, also to be tasted!
Check out all the gastronomic treats prepared by the city's establishments.
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If you have lunch or dinner at restaurants from the Sagardi Group and mention that you are coming from Visit Valencia, you will receive a special gift for World Tourism Day. At ORIO, if you order à la carte, you will be welcomed with a glass of natural cider and a Gilda, the iconic Basque skewer. Reserve here. At SAGARDI, you will be offered a glass of cava and a delicious fried chistorra. Reserve here.
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Looking for a typical Valencian drink? Agua de Valencia is for you. Visit the historic Zumería Naturalia, which offers 50% off the second pitcher and a piece of homemade coca using the code TURISMOSOSTENIBLE via QR or telling the waiter.
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The company Món Orxata joins the celebration offering a special price on Saturday 27: a glass of horchata with a fartón for only €2 at all carts.
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Have lunch at Alenar Bodega Mediterránea and receive a cremaet as a complement to your esmorzaret. At midday, a menu with authentic local flavors is offered for €30 per person (without drinks). Reservation required via email: hola@alenarbodega.com
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Prepare for a guided gastronomic tour visiting iconic city spots linked to the Borgia family: Les Corts, the Cathedral, the Silk Exchange, and Central Market. Buy ingredients for a meal at Borgia Winebar. Price €90 per participant, minimum 6 people. Reserve by emailing hola@borgiawinebar.com
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In the heart of Valencia, next to the City Hall, Hard Rock Cafe Valencia offers 2x1 coupons and discounts all day Saturday 27. Mention it’s for World Tourism Day to enjoy:
- 100 2x1 draft beer coupons (Restaurant)
- 100 2x1 rebujito coupons (Restaurant)
- 100 20% discounts with a minimum purchase of €35 (Rock Shops)
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Try the new Papúa Restaurant at Novotel (next to Nuevo Centro) and get a complimentary cocktail.
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Try artisanal Valencian cocas by chef Julio Colomer at Ciro Restaurant (Campanar neighborhood). Pair it with vermuts for a delicious appetizer. Coca de pisto, ideal for 2–4 people, only €11.50.
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If you want international cuisine with a local touch, at Pasqual & Sheila, say "Happy World Tourism Day!" to receive a glass of Valencian cava.
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For the ultimate Mediterranean experience with tapas and rice dishes, visit Escama Restaurant. First beer free using code DESCUENTO VISIT VALENCIA when booking online.
Thinking about studying Spanish?
Now is the time! On Friday 26 from 11:30 a.m., Hispania, a Spanish school, will be at Plaza de la Reina to provide information about their courses. If you’ve been considering learning Cervantes’ language, this is your chance to resolve any questions with the Hispania team, welcoming students from all over the world for over 20 years.
Dreamy Sunsets at Estimar Hotels
Don’t miss the evening on the terrace of Estimar Valencia, with a chill-out DJ set accompanying the sunset over the city from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m.
From The Coin, enjoy panoramic views of Valencia, with all domes and the old town as the backdrop, connecting with the city’s essence.
For sea views, join Estimar Marina Farnals for the sunset with a DJ on the Aura View & Drinks terrace, from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Savor the special cocktail of the night, Golden Drift Bloom, made with white vermouth and pineapple aromas. Limited capacity for external guests.
Take a Valencia bracelet as a souvenir
Stop by any of the tourism offices on Saturday 27 and get a beautiful Valencia fabric bracelet.
Details
- Event dates
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From:
26-09-2025
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To:
28-09-2025
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Schedule info
September 26, 27, and 28, 2025
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Place
multiple locations