Valencia, Spain

Valencia

Futuristic architecture, a park in an old riverbed and the home of paella.

  • All year
  • 2 nights
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Things to do

2 days in Valencia

Day 1

  1. MorningVisit the City of Arts and Sciences, Calatrava's white futuristic buildings.
  2. AfternoonWalk the Turia Gardens to the old town, the cathedral and the Central Market.
  3. EveningHave dinner and drinks in the lively Ruzafa district.

Day 2

Visit the Albufera lagoon for a sunset boat trip.

What to eat

Paella valenciana and an ice-cold horchata with fartons.

Local tips

Make the most of Valencia

Beat the crowds

The old town is busy midday. The City of Arts and Sciences is best in the morning or at night when it's lit.

Best photo spot

The futuristic City of Arts and Sciences reflected in the water.

Getting there

Cycle through the Turia gardens, a riverbed turned park that crosses the city.

Don't miss nearby

The Albufera lagoon, 20 minutes away, with rice fields and beautiful sunsets.

Good to know

Valencia is the home of paella; locals eat it at lunch, not dinner. The central market is one of the biggest in Europe.

Secret spots

2 secret spots near Valencia

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Plan your visit

Getting to Valencia

Getting there

  • Valencia Airport (VLC)9 km away
  • Alicante Airport (ALC)135 km away
  • Alicante125 km away

The centre is best explored on foot. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeCity
Good forFood, Coast, Old towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay2 nights
CountrySpain

Questions

Valencia: good to know

Is Valencia worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like food, the coast and historic old towns. Futuristic architecture, a park in an old riverbed and the home of paella.

How many days do you need in Valencia?

Plan 2 nights. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Valencia?

You can visit all year. The old town is busy midday. The City of Arts and Sciences is best in the morning or at night when it's lit.

How do you get to Valencia?

The nearest airport is Valencia Airport (VLC), about 9 km away. Cycle through the Turia gardens, a riverbed turned park that crosses the city.

What is there to see near Valencia?

Nearby hidden places include Altea (101 km), Teruel (116 km) and Peñíscola (119 km).

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