Hortensia Herrero Art Center: A Gem of Contemporary Art in Valencia

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Visit the former Valeriola Palace, which reflects the dialogue between the city's historical past and the leading international contemporary art

If you love art, you cannot miss the Hortensia Herrero Art Center. It is one of the most impressive cultural spaces in the city.

Located in the Palace of Valeriola, a 17th-century baroque building restored over more than five years, this museum offers a complete cultural experience right in the heart of Valencia. Just a few steps from the cathedral, the center uniquely merges history with contemporary art.

In its more than 3,500 m² of exhibition space, the stunning collection features works by more than 50 internationally renowned contemporary artists such as:

Joan Miró, David Hockney, Anselm Kiefer, Anish Kapoor, Jaume Plensa, Cristina Iglesias, Eduardo Chillida, Olafur Eliasson, among many others.

Some of the artworks were specially created for this location, and you’ll also find unique artistic interventions integrated into chapels, gardens, and hallways of the building. Additionally, you can explore Roman, Islamic, and medieval archaeological remains in the basement.

It’s best to plan your visit to fully enjoy and appreciate every detail. Both the artworks and the space itself are worth admiring closely.

📍 Where: Calle del Mar, Valencia – Ancient Palace of Valeriola
🕒 Duration: Approximately 2 hours. Plan your visit with time to enjoy each detail, both of the art and the architectural surroundings.
➔ Tickets: Buy your ticket here.

In short, the center offers a complete cultural experience in the heart of the city.

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Details

  • Event dates
  • From:

    01-01-2026

  • To:

    31-12-2026

  • Schedule info

    Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

    Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

    Closed Mondays.

    Holidays

    The center will be closed on January 1 and 6 and December 25. On January 5 and December 24 and 31, the center will close its doors at 2:00 p.m.

  • Place

    Centro de Arte Hortensia Herrero Calle de la Mar, 31. 46003 València

  • Price

    General admission €12.

     

  • Interest information

    General admission €12.

    Reduced ticket €8, valid for:

    • People over 65/Pensioners
    • People with a degree of disability of at least 33%
    • Young people (13 to 25 years old)
    • Large family

    Free admission for children from 0 to 12 years old.

    Group ticket (minimum 10 people) €10.

    Admission on Wednesday afternoons is free, but booking is still required.

    Guided tours: Tuesday to Sunday at 10:30 AM. Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 5:00 PM in Spanish; and Wednesday at 10:30 AM in English.
    Price: €15. Reduced rate: €12.

    Exclusive visit: For groups of 1 to 20 people. Price: 60€.

  • Duration: 2h

HOW TO GET THERE

Palacio de Valeriola, C. del Mar, Valencia, España

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How to arrive

  • Bus: 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, 16, 26, 28, 31, 32, 70, 71, 81, C1.
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