La Gran Via Travel Guide
Valencia
Visit La Gran Via
Popular places to visit
Malvarrosa Beach
Swim in the warm Mediterranean Sea, stroll along the promenade and dine along the waterfront at one of Valencia’s most popular urban beaches.
City of Arts and Sciences
Watch an opera performance, visit an interactive science museum and spot 500 species of marine life at this multipurpose cultural and entertainment complex.
Port of Valencia
Explore the waterfront in Valencia with a trip to Port of Valencia. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Oceanogràfic Aquarium
Explore this spectacular indoor-outdoor aquarium, home to innovative exhibits and more than 500 different marine species.
Central Market
Shop for local fruits, vegetables, cheeses and cured meats, and watch local market traders at work in one of Europe’s oldest food markets.
Plaza del Ayuntamiento
Visit stately historical buildings and learn about Valencia’s history and evolution when you spend time in this beautiful city center square.
Top hotels in La Gran Via
Hotel Dimar
Hotel Primus Valencia
Good size clean room, very close to shopping centre and amenities far from old town - (about 40 min walk). Safe area to hang late at night streets are wide and safe full of restaurants and coffee shops. Location wise is across stop 6 on Hop on Hop off sightseeing bus
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Only YOU Hotel Valencia
Excellent location, nice staff and great room
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Kora Lluna
NH Valencia Center
Pool closed. Booked a room with a bath. No bath. Staff refused to swap room on arrival . Wanted an extra €70. Very rude, very public discussion. Unprofessional. Finally agreed to move us for last night. No coffee or tea facilities. Don’t go off room description it’s not what you get.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Hotel Olympia Consul del Mar
Friendly staff with excellent English Easy for bus connections to City (the Metro is a 15 minute walk) Good WiFi Comfy bed Clean
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Gran Via
Eixample
If you're spending time in Eixample, you might enjoy attractions like Ruzafa Market and Colón Market. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Xativa Station to see more of the city.
Ruzafa
Ruzafa is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ruzafa Market and Color Elefante.
Mestalla
If you're spending time in Mestalla, check out sights like Turia Gardens or Mestalla Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Aragon Station or Alameda Station.
Sant Francesc
While you're in Sant Francesc, take in top sights like Plaza del Ayuntamiento and jump on the metro at Colon Station to see more of the city.
La Xerea
If you're spending some time in La Xerea, Puerta del Mar and Turia Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Ciutat Vella
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Plaza Redonda to Silk Exchange – discover Ciutat Vella, a destination also famous for its shopping.
