Things to Do in Valencia
• Step into a surreal marine world as you pass through a 35-meter tunnel surrounded by awe-inspiring predators and exotic fish.
• Perfect for families, marine life lovers, and curious minds with interactive zones, educational exhibits, and live feedings, which make it ideal for visitors, young and old.
😲Not everyone knows that, in Valencia…
• …a single bat became the greatest hero and guardian of the city.
• …the first paellas used an “unusual” ingredient that was banned and remains forbidden today.
•… people here were once terrified of the deadly “turkey birds”
• …the Holy Grail of Jesus Christ ended up here… and is still kept in the city
• …there’s a house so narrow that not too many people could get inside
• … a building so powerful it once controlled the silk trade across the Mediterranean
• …
The answers to all these mysteries are waiting for you on the Complete Express Free Tour of Valencia.
In just 2 hours, you’ll explore the essence of Valencia through a route that connects its most iconic squares, monuments and hidden corners. As we walk through places such as Plaza de la Virgen, Plaza de la Reina and the lively Market Square, you’ll start to see how each space tells a different part of Valencia’s story. From the impressive Serranos Towers to the bustling Central Market and even the narrowest façade in Spain, every stop has something surprising to offer. Along the way, you will learn curious stories, like how a simple bat became the city’s most important hero, or why people here were once feared the so-called “turkeys birds”.
Throughout the tour, you’ll also get closer to local culture and traditions, including the origins of paella and the influence of Romans, Visigoths, Arabs and Christians on the city. You will discover the importance of the Fallas festival, as well as traditional drinks like horchata. Of course, you will also receive recommendations for authentic places to eat and drink, so you can continue enjoying Valencia after the tour.
The tour is designed to be dynamic, easy to follow and enjoyable from start to finish, combining storytelling, history and a bit of humor. Whether it’s your first time in Valencia or you’re coming back, this experience will help you see the city in a different and more meaningful way.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE TOUR
Squares
- 🌹 Virgin's Square (Plaza de la Virgen)
- 👑 Queen's Square (Plaza de la Reina)
- 🧺 Market's Square (Plaza del Mercado)
- 🏛️ Decimo Junio Brutus' Square
- 🏺 Almoina's Square (Plaza de la Almoina)
- ⛪ Archbishop's Square (Plaza del Arzobispo)
- ⚖️ Jurisdiction's Square (Plaza de los Fueros)
- 📜 Lope de Vega's Square
Landmarks
- ⛪ The Cathedral
- 🏰 Serranos Towers
- 🧵 The Silk Exchange (Lonja de la Seda)
- 🛒 Central Market (Mercado Central)
- 🚪 The Narrowest Façade
- 🌹 Basilica of Our Lady of the Forsaken
- 🌳 Turia Gardens
- 🏺 Roman ruins
- 🏡 Crochet House
- 🏰 Archbishop's Palace
- 🚪 Cathedral's Romanesque Door
- 🏢 Generalitat Palace
- ⛲ Main Fountain in the Plaza de la Virgen
- ⚜️ Cathedral's Gothic Door
- 🎭 Cathedral's Baroque Door
- 🔔 Cathedral's Bell Tower
Themes
- 📖 History of Civilizations: Romans, Visigoths, Arabs, and Christians
- 🍽️ Restaurant Recommendations
- 🥤 Horchaterías Recommendations
See you soon! 😊
• Step inside Europe’s largest aquarium and discover marine habitats from the Arctic to the Red Sea, plus a walk-through shark tunnel.
• Dive into interactive science exhibits, hands-on experiments, and space missions at the Príncipe Felipe Science Museum, perfect for families.
• Ideal for curious minds of all ages, whether you're into marine biology, or physics, or just want an educational day out in Valencia.
We propose a trip through 2,000 years of Valencia's history. Will you sign up?
We will begin this guided tour of Valencia in the Plaza de la Virgen , the heart of the historic center of the city. Under our feet the city of Valentia was founded by the Romans. Around us we will discover the Cathedral , the Basilica of the Virgin and the fountain that represents our Turia river with its irrigation ditches.
We will talk about two important traditions that take place at this point: the floral offering to the Virgen de los Desamparados during the Fallas and the meetings of the Water Tribunal (Intangible Heritage of Humanity). Along with the religious and spiritual power of the city we also find the nucleus of political power: the Palau de la Generalitat .
But Valencia is much more! Its captivating streets smell of orange blossom and tell us about a rich past, legends, curiosities, tradition, heritage and a living folklore ...
We will reach the Serranos Towers , the main access gate to the walled city, and we will look out over the old bed of the Turia River, converted into a green lung for the city.
We will continue our way to the Lonja de la Seda or Lonja de los Mercaderes, a symbol of the prosperity and commercial influence that Valencia experienced during the 16th century, a true architectural gem!
From the 15th century we will jump to the 20th century and almost without leaving our location to delight in the modernist architecture of the Central Market of Valencia, ready to discover the Cathedral of the Senses? This magnificent space is dedicated to the sale of the highest quality fresh produce and is the largest specialty market in all of Europe.
And there is nothing as ESSENTIAL as revealing its appetizing and abundant gastronomy . Do you know the authentic recipe for Valencian paella? What is Valencian white gold?
We will culminate our guided tour in the Plaza Redonda, with many recommendations so that you can continue enjoying your experience in Valencia.
• Bioparc Valencia: Timed online ticket with access through a dedicated entry line, so you can enter in your chosen slot and move independently across the different habitat zones until closing.
• Oceanogràfic València: Reserved-day admission to all main aquarium areas, giving you a complete self-guided visit without needing to buy separate tickets on-site
• Use your combo on the same day or split across two dates (subject to the slots you select), as each ticket is tied to a specific date and managed entry window.Oceanogràfic options can include Science Museum access and a timed cinema / 4D session, letting you extend your visit inside the City of Arts and Sciences complex.
If you want to discover the old town of València and its most interesting stories, join the most authentic walking tour in town!
After years of adventures in Europe and other places in the world, I am back home so that we can walk together through the historical and beautiful streets of València so you can take with you the best memories and experiences from our home.
We will visit corners, streets and squares, monuments, buildings and gardens that tell stories and legends or even spaces that no longer exist but are part of our past.
Starting with the impressive Serrans Towers and its location next to the River of Túria, then strolling through the old city streets, learning about the Spanish Civil War in the 30s or jumping back into the past to discover the Arab legacy of Balansiya, walking through the main noblemen streets and its palaces, the Cathedral, the squares around it and finishing in the Central Market and Silk Market, the nerve centre of gastronomy and social life.
Before booking this tour, keep in mind that this is a history and art-oriented tour that offers in depth insights about the past of València and its current situation. We will also touch the history of Spain for a better understanding of the context of our history and culture.
If you are looking for a comprehensive tour that covers past and current history, conflicts, politics, gastronomy, architecture and social-economical talks, then this is your tour 😌
⚠️ Please don’t forget to cancel the tour if you can no longer attend so other people have the opportunity to join as we have limited spaces.
❗️Important info for small group reservations: if you book for more than 5 people, it’s required minimum 10€ (ten euro) per person.
Looking forward to seeing you in the tour! This is your moment to discover València!
• Visit Oceanogràfic, Europe’s largest aquarium, home to over 45,000 marine creatures across ecosystems like the Arctic, Red Sea, and the Mediterranean.
• Dive into interactive fun at the Science Museum with hands-on exhibits, immersive displays, and rotating installations for curious minds of all ages.
• Watch a 3D or IMAX movie at the Hemisfèric, Valencia’s iconic eye-shaped cinema with a state-of-the-art digital dome and daily rotating shows.
• Enjoy the flexibility of a combo ticket with access to all three venues on the same day—perfect for families, curious explorers, and science lovers.
Do you want to know the rich history and culture of the city of Valencia? Let yourself be accompanied by an official native guide, very passionate and knowledgeable about her hometown.
This tour is special because it is planned as a journey in time through a rich history of more than 2,000 years, visiting the most emblematic buildings where key events took place. I will reveal the legacy left by Romans, Arabs and Christians and I will talk about legendary characters who lived in Valencia such as the Borgia dinasty, or Jaime I, King of Aragon.
Our tour includes visit to the following areas:
1. North Train Station, a jewel of art noveau architecture
2. Town Hall Square, an area full of spectacular buildings
3. Palace of Marquis of Two Waters, National Museum for Ceramics
4. Queen Square: St. Catherine Tower, Micalet Tower
5. Virgin Square: Cathedral , Basilica of the Virgin and Generalitat Palace.
6. Saint Nicholas Church, called Valencian Sistine Chapel
7. Market Square: Silk Exhange Market (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Santos Juanes Church and the Central Market, a marvel for the senses.
I will share anecdotes and give you recommendations so that you can enjoy your stay in the city to the fullest, including restaurants to eat paella and tapas.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- THE TOUR WILL ONLY BE CARRIED OUT IF THERE IS A MINIMUM OF 4 PEOPLE
- ONLY CASH PAYMENT IS ACCEPTED IN EUROS CURRENCY
- IF YOU CANNOT ATTEND, I WOULD APPRECIATE YOU TO CANCEL YOUR RESERVATION TO LEAVE SPACES FOR OTHER PEOPLE
- FOLLOWING NEW REGULATIONS OF GROUPS REDUCED TO 20 PEOPLE AND HIGH DEMAND, RESERVATIONS CAN ONLY BE GUARANTEED FOR THOSE BEING ON TIME OR COMMUNICATING THEY WILL BE ATTENDING.
• See elephants wander through wetlands, gorillas in lush forests, lemurs in Madagascar landscapes, and hyenas near the dramatic Kitum Cave.
• Take guided tours and enjoy theatre shows that reveal the daily lives and survival stories of the animals you meet.
• Unlike conventional zoos, Bioparc offers barrier-free habitats, ensuring ethical encounters where animals thrive in natural, open environments.
• Experience endless hopping with this tour, featuring 17 stops and buses arriving every 30-45 minutes for uninterrupted sightseeing.
• Learn about the sights with entertaining audio guides in 10 languages, all while a vibrant double-decker bus shows you panoramic views.
• Stroll to attractions like the stunning City of Arts and Sciences, a hub of futuristic marvels, and Arenas Beach’s buzzing promenades.
We want to take you to know the city of Valencia . With our city tour you will get the complete vision of Valencia from a bike ride.
It will be a tour of the different historic neighborhoods of the city, where we will encounter anecdotes of a city full of charm.
We will start the route from the Serrano Towers, a welcoming place to the most historic part of Valencia , where we will see the most famous squares and Valentia , the buried city. And from there we will cross the Modernist neighborhoods of Valencia to head to the monumental City of Arts and Sciences , from where we will return with a pleasant final walk through the fabulous park of the old Turia River .
Come to have a good time, our tour is not a history class, it is a fun bike tour through history and nice places of Valencia.
Don't forget to bring your camera or prepare your phone to take spectacular photos.
Important information:
- The duration of the bike ride is 2.15 hours, we will march at the rhythm of the group.
- On the tour you can make a small 10-minute stop to have drinks and use the bathrooms.
- A bicycle is required to take the tour, which is not included in the tour.
- Bike prices: from €8 for a normal bicycle and €20 for an electric bike
• Watch one of five breathtaking films on the world’s largest concave IMAX screen. Dive into the universe, exploring everything from ocean depths to space wonders in stunning 3D.
• Enjoy flexible entry to Oceanogràfic and timed entry for Hemisfèric, letting you design the perfect day out at Valencia’s iconic City of Arts and Sciences.
• Ideal for families, this combo offers an unforgettable day for all ages. Interactive exhibits, amazing marine creatures, and a giant IMAX screen promise fun and education for everyone.
• Get access to two world-class attractions at a reduced price, maximizing your visit with this time and cost-effective ticket option that blends education, entertainment, and excitement.
Valencia has two great jewels in its city, the Ciutat Vella and the City of Arts and Sciences. But its true treasure is the Albufera de Valencia , and we want to show you this wonder of nature and history.
From the marked meeting point, we will depart towards the garden of the old river of Valencia , passing through the City of Arts and Sciences , a place with monumental buildings of incredible beauty inspired by nature.
We will continue crossing the famous Valencian orchards towards the beaches of the Albufera where we will meet the traditional inhabitants of the Albufera.
We will cross dunes and Mediterranean forest to reach the small lake of Puzol full of birds that make up a unique ecosystem.
We will head to the Albufera pier , where we will try Chufa, the seed from which Valencia's popular drink, Horchata, which we will drink with Fartons, a delicious sweet snack.
From here, we will begin the return trip enjoying the light and aromas of the Mediterranean in its purest form.
Don't forget to bring your camera or prepare your phone to take spectacular photos.
Important information:
- The duration of the bike ride is 4 hours, we will ride at the pace of the group.
- During the tour we will make a short 10-minute stop to have drinks and use the bathrooms.
- A bicycle is required for the tour and is not included in the tour.
- Bike prices: €30 for an electric bike, €10 for a regular bike.
