Valencia City Guidebook
Sightseeing
An absolutely stunning aquarium with amazing wildlife and beautiful architecture. Perfect for a fun filled family day out. You can spend the whole day here so be sure to plan it well. Take plenty of food and drink as there can be a lot of walking and things to see.
446 locals recommend
L'Oceanogràfic
1B Carrer d'Eduardo Primo YúferaAn absolutely stunning aquarium with amazing wildlife and beautiful architecture. Perfect for a fun filled family day out. You can spend the whole day here so be sure to plan it well. Take plenty of food and drink as there can be a lot of walking and things to see.
A fantastic family day out at this very unique Zoo.
The concept of the zoo, is called “Zooimersion” in Spanish, it consists of immersing visitors into the animals' habitat and not vice versa. This is achieved by not using the traditional railings and cages that are common in many zoos, using instead rivers, ponds, streams and rocks to separate visitors from the animals. You can find all of the opening days and times on their website.
https://www.bioparcvalencia.es/
464 locals recommend
Bioparc Valencia
3 Av. Pío BarojaA fantastic family day out at this very unique Zoo.
The concept of the zoo, is called “Zooimersion” in Spanish, it consists of immersing visitors into the animals' habitat and not vice versa. This is achieved by not using the traditional railings and cages that are common in many zoos, using instead rivers, ponds, streams and rocks to separate visitors from the animals. You can find all of the opening days and times on their website.
https://www.bioparcvalencia.es/
A must see for anyone visiting. Valencia Cathedral sits at the heart of the old town of Valencia - an area called El Carmen. The Cathedral links two of El Carmen's most iconic plazas - Plaza del la Reina and Plaza del Virgen. The Cathedral itself is an impressive structure that spans a variety of architecture styles, including baroque, Romanesque and gothic. Whether you are religious or not, it is worth making a trip to the Cathedral during your trip to Valencia.
433 locals recommend
Valencia Cathedral
s/n Plaça de l'AlmoinaA must see for anyone visiting. Valencia Cathedral sits at the heart of the old town of Valencia - an area called El Carmen. The Cathedral links two of El Carmen's most iconic plazas - Plaza del la Reina and Plaza del Virgen. The Cathedral itself is an impressive structure that spans a variety of architecture styles, including baroque, Romanesque and gothic. Whether you are religious or not, it is worth making a trip to the Cathedral during your trip to Valencia.
The ‘City of Arts and Sciences’ in Valencia is widely recommended as a must-see for any first-time visitor to the city and one of the most popular things to do in Valencia with kids. The long, rectangular building is the Prince Felipe Museum of Sciences, with interactive, hands-on permanent exhibits that promise to be both fun and educational for all ages. There are also spaces which host changing scientific and cultural exhibitions throughout the year, such as the very popular Exposicion del Ninots in February and March, showing the 700 intricately-painted wooden figures, or ninots, which are to be burnt at the upcoming Fallas festival.
1235 locals recommend
Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias
7 Av. del Professor López PiñeroThe ‘City of Arts and Sciences’ in Valencia is widely recommended as a must-see for any first-time visitor to the city and one of the most popular things to do in Valencia with kids. The long, rectangular building is the Prince Felipe Museum of Sciences, with interactive, hands-on permanent exhibits that promise to be both fun and educational for all ages. There are also spaces which host changing scientific and cultural exhibitions throughout the year, such as the very popular Exposicion del Ninots in February and March, showing the 700 intricately-painted wooden figures, or ninots, which are to be burnt at the upcoming Fallas festival.
Food scene
If you love food then the Central Market in Valencia is a paradise you cannot miss out on. The market has an abundance of stalls with fresh fruit and vegetables, especially oranges, tomatoes and beans. Meat, cheese, spices, nuts, fish and seafood. If you do not want to buy anything, but you want to taste the food, you can stop at the Central Market's traditional bar, where you can have tapas, assorted dishes and sandwiches. Central Market is a magical place located in an amazing building. It really is a fantastic day out. Don't miss out!
659 locals recommend
Central Market of Valencia
s/n Plaça de la Ciutat de BrugesIf you love food then the Central Market in Valencia is a paradise you cannot miss out on. The market has an abundance of stalls with fresh fruit and vegetables, especially oranges, tomatoes and beans. Meat, cheese, spices, nuts, fish and seafood. If you do not want to buy anything, but you want to taste the food, you can stop at the Central Market's traditional bar, where you can have tapas, assorted dishes and sandwiches. Central Market is a magical place located in an amazing building. It really is a fantastic day out. Don't miss out!
Food & Shopping
Retail clothes shops, Entertainment and Restaurants
Bonaire shopping complex will have everything you need for a wonderful shopping trip. It has all the latest fashion shop’s including Primark, Zara, H&M, plus plenty of eateries to choose from. It also contains a large family fun entertainment area including bowling and cinema.
60 locals recommend
Bonaire Shopping Center
Km. 345 Autovía del EsteBonaire shopping complex will have everything you need for a wonderful shopping trip. It has all the latest fashion shop’s including Primark, Zara, H&M, plus plenty of eateries to choose from. It also contains a large family fun entertainment area including bowling and cinema.
Sport
Golf course
Valencias best Motor vehicle racing circuit. The 'circuit within a stadium' at Cheste, near Valencia, is a modern marvel; a theatre where racing battles are fought out in clear view of every grandstand seat. Most famous as a MotoGP and World Superbike venue, the circuit has also hosted GP2, DTM, WTCC and World Series by Renault events, as well as being a popular Formula One winter testing venue.
20 locals recommend
Ricardo Tormo Circuit
334 Autovía del EsteValencias best Motor vehicle racing circuit. The 'circuit within a stadium' at Cheste, near Valencia, is a modern marvel; a theatre where racing battles are fought out in clear view of every grandstand seat. Most famous as a MotoGP and World Superbike venue, the circuit has also hosted GP2, DTM, WTCC and World Series by Renault events, as well as being a popular Formula One winter testing venue.
One of Valencia’s top golf courses. The course has been designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. Its clear to anyone who has had the joy of playing some of his other designs.
The course is a challenge to most, some very long holes, and some short, a lot up and down, but a course that ideally is walked despite of the height differences.
The training facilities are also quite spectacular. Two putting greens, a covered driving range and on top an open air driving range, and several greens to practice your chipping and short game in general.
Fantastic clubhouse with a spectacular view, good food and service.
Golf El Bosque Chiva
salida 337 Autovía del EsteOne of Valencia’s top golf courses. The course has been designed by Robert Trent Jones Sr. Its clear to anyone who has had the joy of playing some of his other designs.
The course is a challenge to most, some very long holes, and some short, a lot up and down, but a course that ideally is walked despite of the height differences.
The training facilities are also quite spectacular. Two putting greens, a covered driving range and on top an open air driving range, and several greens to practice your chipping and short game in general.
Fantastic clubhouse with a spectacular view, good food and service.
Neighbourhoods - Supermarket and restaurants
The local town of Turis is just a short 10 minute drive from the Villa and offers local restaurants and supermarkets on your doorstep.
Turís
The local town of Turis is just a short 10 minute drive from the Villa and offers local restaurants and supermarkets on your doorstep.
The local town of Montserrat is just a short 15 minute drive from the Villa and offers local restaurants and supermarkets on your doorstep.
17 locals recommend
Montserrat, Valencia
The local town of Montserrat is just a short 15 minute drive from the Villa and offers local restaurants and supermarkets on your doorstep.
Beach 🏖
Local beach close to the city
Playa de la Malvarrosa is a beautiful beach very close to the city. With plenty of space for everyone, this particular Valencian beach has never seen a lot of development, especially if you compare it to other large beaches in the area such as Benidorm. La Malvarrosa remains clean, safe and popular with the locals. As a result, it doesn’t feel touristy and has a pleasant local feel to it.
The beach offers the luxury of space and all the main facilities. There is a large promenade lined with palm trees and plenty of restaurants and bars, serving excellent local dishes like Paella and Fideuà.
La Malvarrosa beach is split into three main areas, which are the Malvarrosa, Las Arenas and Patacona beaches, all of which are clean, family-friendly and a great place to relax.
Another plus is that these city beaches are easily accessible by bus or tram, or even by bicycle or on foot. . It’s popular with locals, so rather than being a tourist magnet or party spot it has a pleasant, relaxed local feel.
372 locals recommend
Malvarrosa Beach
Playa de la Malvarrosa is a beautiful beach very close to the city. With plenty of space for everyone, this particular Valencian beach has never seen a lot of development, especially if you compare it to other large beaches in the area such as Benidorm. La Malvarrosa remains clean, safe and popular with the locals. As a result, it doesn’t feel touristy and has a pleasant local feel to it.
The beach offers the luxury of space and all the main facilities. There is a large promenade lined with palm trees and plenty of restaurants and bars, serving excellent local dishes like Paella and Fideuà.
La Malvarrosa beach is split into three main areas, which are the Malvarrosa, Las Arenas and Patacona beaches, all of which are clean, family-friendly and a great place to relax.
Another plus is that these city beaches are easily accessible by bus or tram, or even by bicycle or on foot. . It’s popular with locals, so rather than being a tourist magnet or party spot it has a pleasant, relaxed local feel.
Traveler advice
Don't miss
Plaza de la Reina
One of the most beautiful squares in Valencia is the Plaza de la Reina, or ‘Queen's Square’ in English, located in the old town. A must visit with beautiful architecture and fantastic places to eat local cuisine.
Don't miss
Las Fallas- Food, Fun & Fireworks.
Las Fallas de Valencia is an annual springtime festival in Valencia, which takes place from the 15-19 March. One of the greatest festivals Spain has to offer. A brilliant experience that attracts people from all over the world each year. One not to miss!!!