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Valencia, Spain

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Attrazioni a Valencia, Spain

Valencia Cathedral

1. Valencia Cathedral

4.6 (32,957)
Attrazione turisticaMuseoChiesaLuogo di cultoAssociation Or Organization

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A layered history in one cathedral, from Gothic nave to Baroque chapels. Climb the Miguelete tower, view the Holy Chalice and wander sunlit aisles.

La Lonja de la Seda

2. La Lonja de la Seda

4.6 (29,131)
Luogo storicoAttrazione turisticaPunto di interesseStruttura

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Outstanding late Gothic civic architecture, steeped in Valencia's mercantile past. Wander the carved façade, grand trading hall and atmospheric inner courtyard.

Mercado Central

3. Mercado Central

4.7 (93,804)
MarketPunto di interesseStruttura

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Lively food market packed with Valencian flavors and colorful stalls. Wander aisles of fresh seafood, jamón, cheeses, and sample small bites from friendly vendors.

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Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!

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Turia Gardens

4. Turia Gardens

4.6 (43,860)
ParcoAttrazione turisticaGiardinoPunto di interesseStruttura

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Green ribbon through Valencia that blends gardens, playgrounds and striking modern bridges. Walk or cycle the restored riverbed, snap photos, picnic or play at Gulliver.

Bioparc Valencia

5. Bioparc Valencia

4.6 (57,089)
ZooAttrazione turisticaParcoPunto di interesseStruttura

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An immersive, barrier-free zoo that brings African habitats to Valencia. Walk close to giraffes, hippos and lions through lush, natural-style enclosures.

Malvarrosa Beach

6. Malvarrosa Beach

4.5 (7,949)
SpiaggiaCaratteristica naturaleStruttura

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Wide sandy beach with a lively promenade and Valencian charm. Expect paella restaurants, sunbathing stretches, and golden Mediterranean sunsets.

Torres de Serranos

7. Torres de Serranos

4.6 (48,779)
Luogo storicoMonumentoAttrazione turisticaPunto di interesseStruttura

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A towering medieval gate offering history and skyline views. Climb the ramparts for panoramic shots and a taste of Valencia's past.

Sunrise at Albufera Natural Park

8. Sunrise at Albufera Natural Park

4.7 (1,249)
Nature PreserveMonumento storicoLuogo storicoParcoPunto di interesse

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Sunrise over Albufera's glassy lagoon bathes the sky in gold and pink, a peaceful nature escape near Valencia. Watch reedbeds, traditional boats, and waders reflected on still water.

Things to Do in Valencia, Spain

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City of Arts and Sciences

L'Oceanogràfic

Valencia Museum of Fine Arts

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Traditional Sweet Dishes

Fartons

Fartons

Fartons are elongated, soft sweet buns created in Alboraya to be dipped in horchata, they were designed specifically to soak up the creamy drink and remain light.

Buñuelos de calabaza

Buñuelos de calabaza

Buñuelos de calabaza are light pumpkin fritters traditionally eaten during Las Fallas, they are served warm and dusted with sugar for a simple festive treat.

Coca de llanda

Coca de llanda

Coca de llanda is a rustic tray-baked sponge cake flavoured with olive oil and lemon, it is a staple in Valencian bakeries and commonly enjoyed for breakfast or merienda.

Traditional Savory Dishes

Paella Valenciana

Paella Valenciana

Paella Valenciana is the region's most famous rice dish, made with round rice, rabbit, chicken, local beans and saffron, cooked in a wide shallow pan over an open flame.

Fideuà

Fideuà

Fideuà is a coastal dish invented by fishermen in the Valencian area, it swaps rice for short noodles called fideos and is typically loaded with seafood and served with allioli.

Arroz a banda

Arroz a banda

Arroz a banda uses rich fish broth to cook the rice while the fish is served on the side, the name literally means rice on the side and it reflects the region's fishing heritage.

Traditional Beverages

Horchata de chufa

Horchata de chufa

Horchata de chufa is a refreshing, dairy-free drink made from ground tiger nuts grown around Valencia, it is traditionally served ice cold and often paired with fartons.

Agua de Valencia

Agua de Valencia

Agua de Valencia is a sparkling orange cocktail made with freshly squeezed Valencian orange juice, cava and a splash of spirits, it was created in the mid-20th century and is a local party favourite.

Mistela

Mistela

Mistela is a sweet fortified wine made from Moscatel grapes, it is commonly produced in the Valencian Community and enjoyed as a dessert accompaniment.

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Day trips

Albufera Natural Park

12 km 25 min by bus

Lagoon, rice fields, boat rides and paella origins.

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Xàtiva

63 km 45 min by train

Historic town with a hilltop castle and medieval streets.

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Sagunto

30 km 25 min by train

Roman theatre, castle ruins and old Jewish quarter.

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Peñíscola

140 km 2 h by car

Seaside walled town, Templar castle and sandy beaches.

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Morella

160 km 2 h 15 min by car

Picturesque mountain town with a dramatic fortress.

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Commenti (9)

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Gerardo A.

Amazing food scene, cheap tapas if you stray from tourist streets, but a few places felt overpriced.

10
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Lukas P.

Due giorni sono stati frettolosi, tre o quattro notti danno tempo per il centro storico, la spiaggia e un pranzo di paella rilassato.

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Emilia P.

Sun, paella and a relaxed vibe, Turia gardens were my favorite walk, but summer crowds are brutal.

12
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Katrin L.

Molti musei offrono ingresso gratuito una volta alla settimana, controlla gli orari ufficiali online per pianificare la visita e risparmiare.

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Samira B.

Nightlife surprised me, good bars and live music, locals friendly and I felt safe walking back at night.

10

Getting there

Train stations

Valencia Nord (Estació del Nord)

Cercanías, regional and long-distance services to Barcelona and local towns

Joaquín Sorolla

High-speed AVE connections, main line to Madrid and Alicante

Take metro line 3 or 5 from VLC to the city center, journey about 20 minutes.

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Informazioni utili per Valencia, Spain

Luoghi popolari per lo shoppingMercado Central, Calle Colón, El Corte Inglés, Ruzafa boutiques
Luoghi popolari per la vita notturnaRuzafa, El Carmen, Cabañal, Port area
Ristoranti casual popolariCasa Montaña, La Pilareta, Central Bar, Horchateria Santa Catalina
Ristoranti eleganti popolariRicard Camarena, El Poblet, RiFF
Caffetterie popolariFederal Café, Bluebell Coffee, Dulce de Leche
Acqua del rubinetto potabile
Visto per nomadi digitali
Migliori app taxiCabify, Free Now, Bolt, Uber
Prezzo taxi / km$1.2
Turisti / anno2500000
Popolazione800000
Velocità internet mobile50 Mbps
Percentuale di disoccupazione12.5 %
Percentuale di povertà21 %
Reddito medio / mese$2200
Costo medio della vita / mese$1200
Prezzo hotel / notte da$40
Prezzo birra da$2.5
Prezzo caffè da$1.8
Prezzo street food da$4
Prezzo pasto al ristorante da$12
Valuta localeEUR
Tipi di prese elettricheType C, Type F
ReligioniRoman Catholicism, None, Islam, Other Christian
Lingue parlateSpanish, Valencian (Catalan), English, French
Gruppi etniciSpanish, Other European, Latin American, North African
Orientamento politicocenter-left to center-right
Densità di popolazione6000 /km²
Area geografica135 km²
Possibili disastri naturaliFlooding, Heat waves, Wildfires, Minor earthquakes
Animali pericolosiJellyfish, Bees
Luoghi popolari per una passeggiataTuria Gardens, Old Town (Ciutat Vella), Malvarrosa Beach, Ruzafa, City of Arts and Sciences
Trasporti pubblici popolariMetro, Tram, Bus, Cercanias trains
Compagnie aereeIberia, Vueling, Ryanair, Air Europa
Vaccinazioni consigliateRoutine vaccinations (MMR, tetanus), Hepatitis A if prolonged travel
Tipi di architetturaGothic, Baroque, Modernista, Contemporary, Art Nouveau
Consumo medio di birra pro capite / anno70 l
Consumo medio di vino pro capite / anno22 l
Cultura della manciaSmall tips, rounding up or 5-10% in restaurants, not expected for taxis
Coworking / giorno$15
Airbnb / mese$1200
Affitto 1 camera / mese$850
Palestra / mese$35
Budget giornaliero (zaino in spalla)$40
Budget giornaliero (fascia media)$100

Panoramica di Valencia, Spain

Conoscenza dell'ingleseNella media
Sicurezza stradaleBuono
Accoglienza verso gli stranieriBuono
Libertà di parolaBuono
Trasporti pubbliciBuono
Assistenza sanitariaBuono
Qualità dell'istruzioneBuono
Affidabilità rete elettricaBuono
Sicurezza contro crimini violentiBuono
Percorribilità a piediBuono
Vita notturnaBuono
Scena gastronomicaBuono
LGBTQ+ friendlyBuono
Scena startupNella media
Livello di rumoreNella media
PuliziaBuono
Accesso alla naturaBuono
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