Discover the Mediterranean as a way of life
This is the perfect Valencia to experience the city's maritime soul. Explore the Cabanyal neighborhood and its unique facades, relax on the four kilometers of urban beaches, and get active in the modern Marina bursting with life.
Beach, sun, charming streets and plenty of history
You cannot truly understand València without its seafaring origins. If you are looking for relaxation, stroll along the beaches of Cabanyal and Malvarrosa. Enjoy the Promenade (Paseo Marítimo), wander through the Cabanyal neighbourhood to discover its tiled facades, and enjoy tapas in its traditional bars. Finish by walking to the Marina: the perfect final touch to feel the Mediterranean breeze and the very essence of the city.
What to see in Cabanyal, the beach and the Marina
Seafaring history, Modernist architecture and life by the sea
The Cabanyal Neighborhood
An authentic maritime neighborhood by the sea, featuring houses with colorful tiled facades, fishing traditions, and a bohemian spirit. Culture, art, and gastronomy with a Mediterranean flavor in a unique setting.
Beaches of Valencia city
Miles of fine sand are at your disposal on the three urban beaches just a step from the center: Cabanyal, Malvarrosa and Patacona. And also with all the services you can imagine and restaurants where you can taste the local cuisine overlooking the Mediterranean.
Marina de Valencia
A place to stroll, eat, sail and enjoy the sea. Relax while contemplating the sea from one of the many restaurants along the promenade or from the avant-garde Veles e Vents building in the Marina.
Paseo Marítimo & Paseo Neptuno
Welcome to this balcony looking on to the sea, where you can do anything and everything: skate, fly a kite, snack, or have lunch in one of the many restaurants that offer all culinary styles.
Rice museum
Visit the Rice Museum of Valencia and experience something unique at the historic Molí de Serra. Discover the rice processing from start to finish, with restored machinery that will take you back to the early 20th century. A cultural event that blends tradition and gastronomy!
The Royal Shipyards
An ancient 14th-century shipyard, you will be amazed by its Gothic architecture and its 3,500 m² filled with history. Declared a National Historic-Artistic Monument in 1949, it is a Cultural Heritage Site and today hosts contemporary art exhibitions in a unique space by the sea.
Edificio del Reloj (Clock Building)
Inspired by the French style, this building is the gateway to the port. Its clock tower and refined ornamentation make it one of the most photographed icons of the Marina, recalling the golden age of Valencia's citrus exports.
The Harbour Sheds (Tinglados del Puerto)
Industrial architecture with an artistic soul. These old warehouses are decorated with colorful ceramic mosaics depicting the fruits of the Valencian orchards. Their iron structures are a symbol of the city's commercial and seafaring past.
Veles e Vents
A contemporary Mediterranean icon with avant-garde architecture, panoramic terraces and an enticing gastronomic offer. The perfect spot to enjoy the sea and the vibrant atmosphere of La Marina.
The best things to do by the sea
Feel the Mediterranean breeze and enjoy the best things to do by the sea. Gastronomy, water sports and endless sunsets await you on the sand.
Where to eat in El Cabanyal and La Marina
Rice dishes, fresh fish and Mediterranean cuisine with sea views
Sleep by the Mediterranean Sea
Hotels and apartments just steps away from the Mediterranean
Explore El Cabanyal and Valencia Marina
Discover the Cabanyal neighbourhood and Valencia Marina on a walking route of approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes. The route starts at Valencia Marina and ends at the city's beaches, passing some of the maritime district's most iconic landmarks.
Route type: Walking. Approximate duration: 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Water sports
Go kayaking, paddle surfing, sailing or diving with specialized schools located in La Marina.
