Excursions to Valencia's surrounding areas

If you are spending a weekend in Valencia, you are in luck, as you can learn more about the city by visiting nearby places that you will love. Here are seven to take note of!

 

Huerta of Valencia: the great garden

Imagine: cycling around orange orchards, fields with crops and shacks over 15 kilometres, all of which is along the famous Verde Xurra route (former railway tracks) with a unique landscape. 

Huerta Valencia

 

 

The Monastery of Puig: a journey to medieval times

This is a great idea for those who love history, legends and medieval adventures. Visit the Monastery of Sant Maria, El Puig, its Royal Hall, see a replica of James I of Aragon's sword and lots of secrets which can be discovered on the guided tours organised by the El Puig Tourism Office: Tuesday to Saturday at 10 am, 11 am, 12 pm, 4 pm and 5 pm, and Sunday at 12 pm.

Monasterio

 

 

Sagunto, a melting pot of cultures

It is worth a visit just to see the Roman Theatre and the Jewish Quarter, but Sagunto is also a charming town with cobbled streets and lots of life. It is ideal to wander around and have a great time on any of its bar terraces. You can visit all of its monuments free of charge. 

sagunto

 

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Sierra Calderona Natural Park: live nature

We can find the Sierra Calderona Natural Park only 25 kilometres away from the city of Valencia. Its flora, fauna and location, almost on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, make it one of the most special natural parks in the Region of Valencia. Choose one of its many routes and have a great time!

garbí

 

 

Valencian Wine Route

Did you know that the Designation of Origin of Valencian wine is exported to over 100 countries? Now you can learn much more about it all and, of course, taste some wine. Every Saturday at Calle Xàtiva there is a Vinobús (wine bus) at 10 a.m. taking you directly to the centre of Valencia wine, with a cultural tour, typical food and wine tasting in one of the Designation of Origin wineries, Utiel-Requena. Don't miss out!

viñedo

 

 

Manises, the cradle of ceramics

Ceramic tradition originated over 700 years ago in Manises and continues to this day. Visit one of the factories that still makes handcrafted pieces and see how things were done before. You will love it. More information available at www.avec.com

cerámica manises

 

 

Route of the Borgias

Who were the Borgia and what did they leave behind in the Region of Valencia? Discover all the secrets and history by visiting the Ducal Palace of Gandia, Xativa Castle, Monastery of Santa Maria de la Valldigna or Monastery of Sant Jeroni de Cotalba. The Route of the Borgias also goes through the city of Valencia, passing by the Cathedral, the University and the Palace of the Borgias, the current Valencian Courts. Do you want to sign up?

Xativa