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Log inGuided Tour of the City of Arts and Sciences
What’s included
- 90-minute guided outdoor tour of the City of Arts and Sciences, led by an official guide-
- Walk through one of the most spectacular architectural complexes in contemporary Valencia, designed by Santiago Calatrava.
- Discover the fascinating stories, history and curiosities behind each building.
A family-friendly and accessible plan, engaging from start to finish.
City of Arts and Sciences: The Valencia that Looks to the Future
The City of Arts and Sciences is instantly recognisable, but very few people know the story behind it. On this guided tour, an official guide takes you around the exterior of Santiago Calatrava’s futuristic complex and reveals the origins and stories behind each building: why they have their distinctive shapes, how they were built on the former Turia riverbed, the fascinating details they conceal, and their cultural impact. An accessible walking tour designed for the whole family.
Interest info
How it works
- When booking, please specify the day you would like to take the tour
- Duration: 90 mins
- Schedule: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 10:00 a.m. from the meeting point.
- Meeting point: EMT bus stop number 2053, Avenida del Profesor López Piñero, 5, next to L’Umbracle.
- Available languages: English, Spanish and German
- The tour is accessible for people with reduced mobility
- You will receive the tickets by email, so you can download the eTickets to your mobile phone.
What’s included
- 90-minute guided outdoor tour of the City of Arts and Sciences.
- Official guide throughout the tour, explaining the spectacular complex comprising L’Hemisfèric, the Museu de les Ciències, L’Umbracle, L’Oceanogràfic, the Palau de les Arts and CaixaForum.
- Live commentary on the history, architecture and fascinating stories behind the complex.
An accessible itinerary designed for the whole family.
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Returns
Tickets can't be cancelled or refunded, but you can request a change of date by writing to customer service at vlcshop@visitvalencia.com. You must provide at least 48 hours' notice.
You can check all the information on our refund policy by clicking on the following link: Refund information.
VLC Tourist Card discount
Discount with the Valencia Tourist Card: 10%
The 10% discount is individual and non-transferable, like the Valencia Tourist Card.
If you are booking the activity for more than one person and want the discount, you will need as many VTCs as people doing the activity. When buying, you will see the final price with the discount detailed in the shopping cart.
