Valencia Travel Guide

Beautiful sunshine, wonderful beaches, lip-smacking paella and a superb combination of the old and the new typify the effervescent Spanish city of Valencia. Noticeably not overrun with tourists, Valencia boasts a charming old quarter that sits gracefully among more modern structures and entertainments. Grand placas, magnificent buildings, excellent bars, fascinating nature parks and interesting museums all feature prominently in this superb city.

Rich in history, full of fascinating structures and home to a wonderfully sunny climate and the classic Spanish dish of paella, the city of Valencia offers plenty. The historic old quarter is full of grand placas and lovely cathedrals including the breathtaking Valencia Cathedral and the ornate Palacio del Marqués de Dos Aguas. Stroll around the old quarter and regularly indulge in some coffee or paella for a top day out.

In the south of the city, La Albufera Nature Park offers visitors the opportunity to mingle with a bewildering number of species of animals on its stunning lake, and the Playa del Saler is one of the best beaches around. A large student population makes for a relaxed but lively nightlife and the shopping opportunities both in the old quarter and the more modern shopping outlets are excellent.

Valencia Attractions

Palacio del Marqués de Dos Aguas: the extravagant façade and elaborate interior of this baroque palace are a superb sight.

La Albufera nature park: to the south of the city and not far from Playa Del Saler, the nature park is teeming with wildlife and boasts a magnificent lake.

Playa del Saler: the city’s best beach lies just to the south of the city and this six kilometer stretch of sand on the Costa Blanca is a sun-worshipper’s paradise.

Botanical Gardens: a beautiful collection of the world’s most eye-catching flora resides here ready for your perusal.

Valencia Cathedral: once reputedly the keeper of the Holy Grail, this magnificent cathedral is architecturally breathtaking and its 155-foot high Gothic tower offers amazing views over the city.

Torres de Serranos and Torres de Quart: these 14th and 15th century stone gates once marked the entrance to the city from both the north and the south respectively and serve as a timely reminder of the city’s important past.

Museo de Bellas Artes: experience one of Spain’s most treasured collections of art, featuring masterpieces by El Greco and Ribera.