Excursions with the Valencia Tourist Card
Move without limits throughout the metropolitan area. Enjoy unlimited travel on Metro, Bus, and Commuter Trains (Zones A and B) to discover the most beautiful towns. You only need your backpack and your card!
Port Saplaya, the "Little Venice"
It is the most photogenic spot on the Valencian coast. Its inland docks surrounded by colorful houses and moored boats create a unique atmosphere that will transport you to another world. Ideal for strolling, enjoying the terraces, and relaxing on its wide golden sand beach.
✓ How to get there: Metrobús Line 112 (A and B)
Alboraia: the origin of horchata
Surrounded by protected farmland, Alboraia is the stronghold of our most international drink. Walking among tiger nut fields and visiting historic farmhouses like Machistre will allow you to discover the "kilometer zero" of horchata. You cannot leave without tasting a glass with fartons in its traditional horchaterías while feeling the pulse of the Valencian countryside.
✓ How to get there: Metro L3 and L9
Sagunto: 2000 years of legacy
Its old town is a gem where history comes to life. Do not miss the majestic Roman Theatre, which two millennia later continues to host festivals under the stars. Explore its castle, the medieval Jewish quarter, and be surprised by the old Blast Furnaces, vestiges of industrial archaeology. To finish, there is nothing better than relaxing on Almardà beach.
✓ How to get there: C6 commuter train (Cercanías) or Metrobús bus lines L111, L113, L115
El Puig: a gem of the Reconquista
This municipality is home to the imposing Monastery of Santa María, declared a National Historic-Artistic Monument. Built by order of King James I, its architecture is a direct journey to the origins of modern Valencia. It is a fantastic destination for families, as it offers activities designed for children, blending history with adventure and culture.
✓ How to get there: C6 commuter train (Cercanías) or Metrobús bus lines L111 and L112
Llíria: the city of Iberians and music
Known as ancient Edeta, Llíria treasures one of the most important archaeological sites in Hispania. Highlights include the Tossal de Sant Miquel and the Roman baths of Mura, which are in an excellent state of preservation. It is an essential destination for those seeking to combine the legacy of ancient civilizations with the spirituality of its monastery.
✓ How to get there: Metro L2 or Metrobús bus lines L145 and 245
Sierra Calderona: Náquera and Serra
Discover the green lung of the province. In Náquera, you can explore the Civil War trenches at Cabeç Bord, while in Serra, cobbled streets and Islamic towers await you. If you are fit, climb up to the Garbí viewpoint: on clear days, the views of the coastline and the Columbretes Islands are a spectacle that will give you goosebumps.
✓ How to get there: Metro L1 (to Bétera) + Metrobús L230
Sollana: the heart of the rice fields
Located in the heart of L’Albufera Natural Park, this town invites you to get lost in its marshes. The landscape changes with the rice cycle: from flooded fields that look like mirrors to an intense green that covers the entire horizon. It is the perfect place to observe migratory birds and enjoy a unique and ever-changing ecosystem just a step away from the city.
✓ How to get there: C1 commuter train (Cercanías)
Vilamarxant: river routes of the Turia
An ideal enclave for active tourism lovers. Routes wind from its Visitor Center along the banks of the Turia River, heading into rural paths and forest tracks. Whether on foot or by bicycle, its river landscapes offer a haven of peace and shade, perfect for disconnecting while exploring traditional water culture.
✓ How to get there: Metrobús L245
Manises: city of ceramics
This municipality is the mecca of an art form that dates back to the Moorish era. By visiting its municipal museum and the historic d’Obradors quarter, you will understand why its ceramics are world-famous. For a complete experience, we recommend participating in a professional workshop where local artisans will teach you how to fire your own creations.
✓ How to get there: Metro L3, L5 and L9