A gem with great charm
North of the Turia Garden, almost hidden behind a wall, lies one of the most beautiful and romantic gardens in Valencia. Monforte Garden offers an oasis of peace amidst aromatic flowers, lush trees, ornamental fountains, and evocative statues, just a short distance from the city centre.
It is a neoclassical-style garden covering 12,000 m2. It combines geometric designs and perfectly trimmed hedges with other naturalistic, wilder areas, and even an artificial mountain covered in forest. Long ago it was an orchard, until its acquisition in 1849 by the Marquis of San Juan, who commissioned Sebastián Monleón Estellés to design the garden.
This same architect designed the Rococo-style mansion with a Greek cross plan, a former recreational estate located within the garden. It can be admired from the outside but is not open to the public, although it is used for private ceremonies.
The gardens are also a popular setting for photo shoots, and you will undoubtedly find your favourite spot for a memorable selfie.
Why visit Monforte Garden
- It is a haven of peace where you can relax and enjoy nature in the heart of the city.
- For its meticulous landscape design.
- For its variety of romantic and colourful spots for your photos.
- It has been declared a National Historic-Artistic Monument.
What to see in Monforte Garden
The lions by José Bellver
In the small entrance square to the garden, you will see two stone lions. They were sculpted by José Bellver for the Congress of Deputies in Madrid, but were not placed there because they were considered too small.
The “tunnel of love”
This passage covered in bougainvillea is, during the flowering season, one of the most romantic (and photographed) spots in the garden.
Marble statues
A total of 33 beautiful classical marble statues, depicting mythological or symbolic figures, decorate every corner and fountain – pick your favourite.
