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What to see in Valencia
20 Places must to visit in Valencia
Thanks to our free guide, below you will find the best places and things to do in the third largest city of Spain.
FREE GUIDE
What to see in Valencia
20 Places must to visit in Valencia
Thanks to our free guide, below you will find the best places and things to do in the third largest city of Spain.
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1 - City of the Arts and Sciences
The City of Arts and Sciences is situated at the end of the ancient riverbed of the river Turia “El Rio” park.
It’s the most important scientific and cultural complex of Valencia and is naturally one of the Best Things to Do in Valencia.
It is made up of impressive buildings such as the Hemisfèric and Oceanogràfic, and stands out because of its avant-garde architecture, designed by renowned architects Santiago Calatrava and Félix Candela.
It is made up of six large elements:
Prince Felipe Science Museum, It is a unique museum as it is devoted to making science educacional as well as fun.
Hemisfèric, is a digital 3D cinema with a huge 900 metre concave screen, which almost envelops spectators. Several films are screened daily, mainly educational documentaries of no more than 45 minutes which are suitable for all audiences. Several films are screened daily, mainly educational documentaries of no more than 45 minutes which are suitable for all audiences.
Palau de les Arts, dedicated to promoting the performing arts (opera, musical and theatrical performances).
Oceanografic, the largest aquarium in Europe. Each building represents different aquatic environments including Mediterranean, Tropical Seas, Antarctica, and the Tundra.
Agorà, is a multifunctional space holding various events and sports activities.
Umbracle, is a huge, open-access garden covering more than 17,000 m2 where you can stroll around and take in the typical Mediterranean plants and contemporary sculptures.
Distance from Bike in Mind
Time to Arrive
8 Min. by Bike
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2 - Turia Park
The Turia Park is located in the former riverbed of the River Turia.
The river used to flood regularly, and after a particularly bad flood in 1957 approval was given for the river to be diverted away from the city centre thus leaving free an important strip of land that crosses the city from West to East, surrounding the historic center.
Inaugurated in 1986, various urban planners and landscapers designed the different sections of the riverbed, reproducing the old fluvial landscape and creating a unique route populated by palm trees, orange trees, fountains, pines, aromatic plants and ponds, as well as sports courts and rose bushes.
Now the Parque del Turia is one of the largest urban parks in Spain; on your visit to valencia don't miss the opportunity to ride a bike from one end to the other, crossing the city through its nine kilometers of green spaces!
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" City Tour made from who knows the city like the back of his hand. "
Bike in Mind Valencia organizes Bike Tours in Valencia.
Bike Rental open since 2019 in the Ruzafa neighborhood, a few steps from the homonymous market, with quality bikes for rent and friendly english speaking staff ready to help you during your visit to Valencia.
Visit Valencia with us thanks to our English Bike Tour in Valencia, available every Monday, Tuesday and Friday with departure at 10 am.
3 - Carmen Neighborhood
Why should you visit Barrio del Carmen? Because it is the most popular and most charming neighborhood in Valencia!
The Barrio del Carmen is located in the heart of the City of Valencia, in the center of the old town. It is one of the largest medieval quarters in Europe. A very charming place that has become one of the main centers of leisure and culture of the city.
It is a neighborhood that grew enclosed between two walls, one Muslim and another Christian, in order to better defend the city.
At first, Monasterio de Nuestra Señora del Carmen was built outside the Muslim walls in 1281. It was not until 1356 that the new Christian wall was built, leaving the monastery within the city limits and creating what we now know as Barrio del Carmen.
This is a place to get lost, to go slowly discovering its nooks and secrets, its narrow alleys, beautiful squares, beautiful historic buildings and bohemian and multicultural environment. During the day, it is a lively area where you breathe the true essence of Valencia. By the evening, it is an ideal place to go for dinner, tapas and go out for a drink at any of the many local music bars and discos.
The highlights of this legendary district monuments are: Torres de Serranos, Torres de Quart, both are emblems of the city, la Catedral de Valencia, Lonja de la Seda and Mercado Central. As for the museums, we can find museo del siglo XIX, Museo Valenciano de Arte Moderno, Museo de la Prehistoria and Museo de Etnología.
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Time to Arrive
10 Min. by Bike
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4 - Plaza del Ayuntamiento
Before leaving Valencia make sure to visit Plaza del Ayuntamiento,
the heart of the city!
Council Square, in Spanish “Plaza del Ayuntamiento”, is the main plaza in the center of Valencia. It was built on the gardens of an old monastery and has suffered many changes up until the beginning of the 20th Century. The last major reform of Plaza del Ayuntamiento was led by the architect Javier Goerlich between 1931 and 1934. During the construction, the neobaroque underground market of trading and selling flowers was removed. Nowadays, there are flower shops in the south open space of Plaza del Ayuntamiento and are a remembrance of the once flourishing market.
This square is also dominated by an attractive fountain and is surrounded by beautiful sights and several modernist buildings.
The largest building is the town hall (Ayuntamiento), which has a modern look but with Spanish and typical Valencian details. The back is part of a former Catholic school in Baroque style. Don't be put off by the armed guard in front of the entrance and visit the town hall to see the impressive halls. . In the central hall and in the Sala de Cristal you can see beautifully decorated ceilings and large chandeliers. A small museum exhibits historical objects.
Opposite the town hall is the neoclassical main post office (Edificio de Correos). Walk inside and look at the beautiful glass dome.
The other buildings on this square are also worth a visit, such as the headquarters of the Banco de Valencia. In the evening, the Plaza de Ayuntamiento is attractively lit (like many other squares, fountains and historic buildings in Valencia).
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Time to Arrive
8 Min. by Bike
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5 - Lonja (The Silk Exchange)
The Lonja de la Seda is a Mediaeval trading centre and one of the key examples of Valencian Gothic civil buildings, declared by
as part of Humanity's Heritage.
The construction of La Lonja started in the 15th century, was originally used for trading in silk (hence its name, the Silk Exchange).
From the outside, La Lonja looks like a medieval castle, complete with a tower and battlements.
The building like the rest of the ensemble, is crenellated and contains three main parts, each one for a different use:
Sala de Contratación (Contract or Trading Hall) , A large space divided with five rows of slender spiral-shaped columns which break up the room into three naves showing the elegant vaulting of the roof. Around the walls there are Latin inscriptions in Gothic characters which proclaims the principles upon which trade within the hall is based:
honesty of its traders and justice of its syndics.
The main tower (including the chapel, dedicated to the Conception of the Virgin) and the Consulat del Mar (Consulate Sea).
The central tower which has a ground floor and two storeys, served in old times as the prison for those merchants who could not pay their bills.
A large and cozy garden complete de emsemble where is possible to appreciate the beauty of the windows and the interior façade.
The Old City behind La Lonja complements a delightful walk, an area full of charm and magic.
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Time to Arrive
10 Min. by Bike
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6 - Central Market
The Central Market is situated in the heart of Ciutat Vella, the historic city centre of Valencia, which is very close to several tourist attractions and numerous shops, bars and restaurants.
It’s a Modernista covered market constructed in 1928 full of colors, aromas and flavours.
It's a popular spot among tourists as well as locals, as it’s the perfect location to immerse yourself in the heart of local culture and to get lost in its numerous aisles filled with local products.
The Central market is a gastronomic temple with many different types of food; you'll find seasonal fruit and vegetables, plenty of fresh fish, cold meats, cheeses, baked goods, olives and lots of wine.
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Time to Arrive
10 Min. by Bike
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7 - Plaza de la Virgen
A visit to the Plaza de la Virgen is central to Valencia.
While always busy, this plaza is a little oasis of quiet open space without any traffic. A must for all guided tours in the historic centre, and also a great starting point for dinner or drinks in the Barrio del Carmen.
In the centre of Plaza de la Virgen lays a beautiful fountain named Fuente Del Agua de la Acequia. This fountain was built in 1976 and was made by the sculptor Manuel Silvestre Montesinos. The lying figure in the fountain represents the Río Turia, a Spanish river that has its origin in the Montes Universales. Around the figure representing the Turia river lie eight naked women. They represent the eight main irrigation channels flowing from the Turia river.
The Plaza de la Virgen is also central to the festival of Las Fallas where the Virgin is entirely decorated with offering flowers.
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Time to Arrive
12 Min. by Bike
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8 - Ruzafa Neighborhood
Ruzafa was a formerly run-down neighbourhood next to the train station, it’s now a colourful hotspot for food, culture and the arts. Fast becoming popular with hipsters, artists and hippies, Ruzafa has a unique vibe to the rest of the city and offers tourists something different to discover.
Home to some of Valencia’s best tapas joints, bars and restaurants, it’s also filled with independent art galleries and vintage boutiques.
Ruzafa is also a great place to visit during the city’s annual Las Fallas festival, held each March, where giant papier-mâché sculptures are created and placed around the city before being burnt on the final day.
If you come to Ruzafa a visit to the local market is a must! Inside, you’ll find the great produce and a traditional feel. You’ll find the same top-quality meats, cheeses, fruit, vegetables and seafood as at the Central Market, but on a smaller scale, and without the tourists.
In ruzafa you can visit our shop and rent a bike from our wide range so that you can quickly and easily reach the many points of interest in Valencia!
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Time to Arrive
2 Min. by Bike
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9 - Torres de Serranos
Serranos Towers, with a Valencian Gothic origin, are a symbol of Valencia and one of the best preserved monuments of the city.
The Towers were built at the end of the 14th century by Pere Balaguer as a defense against sieges and attacks on the city, although very often the towers were used for ceremonies and official influxes of kings and ambassadors.
After the fire of 1586, the construction was used as a prison and during the Spanish Civil War they became a deposit for the art works coming from Prado Museum.
The towers currently serve the city in official ceremonies, such as ‘La Crida’ which is celebrated in the major Valencian holiday Las Fallas.
You can enjoy splendid views of the city and the river Turia from its terraces!
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Time to Arrive
15 Min. by Bike
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10 - Plaza de la Reina
Recently restored and entirely pedestrianised, the Plaza de la Reina is another essential place to visit in the centre of Valencia.
Surrounded by historical buildings with classical Valencian architecture, it is the square overlooked by Valencia Cathedral. The ornate Baroque portal forms the backdrop to the whole complex. From here you have access to the interior of the Cathedral, which dates back to the 13th century, when the city was reconquered by Jaime I, King of Aragon, after defeating the Muslim governor's army, after more than 500 years of uninterrupted rule. The Cathedral presents different architectural styles: from Romanesque, to Valencian Gothic, to Baroque.
According to tradition, the Holy Grail is kept inside.
On either side of the square are bars, restaurants and fast food, to satisfy all tastes, from the Valencian who has always lived in the area, to the tourist visiting the city centre. From the Plaza de la Reina, in fact, radiate the streets that lead to the Barrio del Carmen on one side and the Plaza del Ayuntamiento on the other: not for nothing this is square the km 0 of the entire Valencia County, as well as the point from which all the streets of the city are oriented by their civic numbering.
A small oasis of Mediterranean and tropical vegetation acts as a counterpoint to the Cathedral on the opposite side of the square.
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Time to Arrive
10 Min. by Bike
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