Explore the unique places that are the essence of the city
Valencia combines history, architecture, and Mediterranean culture like few other cities. From historical monuments to contemporary icons, discover some of the essential places that define the city's character.
City of Arts and Sciences Monuments
An impressive city that can be enjoyed both inside and out, whether by watching an opera or 3D IMAX film, or visiting the interactive museum or the largest aquarium in Europe.
The Silk Exchange. UNESCO World Heritage
This Valencian Gothic-style civil building was declared a World Heritage Site in 1996 by UNESCO and it is a surprising and essential visit when in Valencia.
Cathedral and Holy Chalice
The Cathedral is a beautiful mixture of Romanesque, Baroque and Gothic styles.
Old Town: a cocktail of history and leisure
Discover a city of contrasts: from the medieval heritage of Ciutat Vella to the cosmopolitan dynamism of the Ensanche. A journey through the most iconic neighborhoods.
Turia Garden
Tour it by bike or on foot and see the 18 bridges that cross it. A lush 9-kilometer garden that keeps secrets inside: the Gulliver, the Palau de la Música, the City of Arts and Science...
L'Albufera de Valencia Natural Park
Pure nature, dreamlike sunsets, boat rides, and relaxation in capital letters. Like an urban oasis surrounded by rice fields and forest: that is the L'Albufera Natural Park, the place where paella was born.
Central Market
Valencian cuisine has many things to boast about and you can find them all at the Central Market, the biggest market with fresh produce in Europe full of Mediterranean flavours and aromas.
Hortensia Herrero Art Centre
Discover the private collection of Hortensia Herrero at the old Valeriola Palace. More than 50 internationally renowned contemporary artists.
Valencia's Aquarium: Oceanogràfic
Europe's largest aquarium: 500 marine species represented by a whopping 45,000 specimens from the most important ecosystems of each of the Earth's seas and oceans. A real tribute to marine life, with a dolphinarium and bio-educational displays.
Bioparc Valencia
Lemurs, hippos, elephants, hyenas, giraffes, meerkats, lions, gorillas and many more… At Bioparc Valencia, you’ll find fun and nature at its very best!
Church of San Nicolás de Bari and San Pedro Mártir, Valencia
Known as the Valencian Sistine Chapel. Open your eyes wide to admire its spectacular frescoes depicting the lives of Saint Nicholas of Bari and Saint Peter Martyr — a must-visit.
Valencia's beaches: within the city limits or wild, the choice is yours!
If you love landscapes of fine white sand, soaking up the sun on your towel, or cooling off in the waters of the Mediterranean Sea, the beaches of Valencia are your place in the world. Without a doubt, the perfect plan to switch off.
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.
Museum of Fine Arts of Valencia
Visit the second largest picture gallery in Spain, with pieces by Sorolla, Goya and Velázquez, as well as a collection of unique medieval reredos. Free entry.
The National Museum of Ceramics. Marqués de Dos Aguas Palace
Discover its spectacular façade sculpted in alabaster and enter the magnificent rooms of the palace where authentic artisanal jewels from the National Museum of Ceramics await you.
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