Valencia City Centre Travel Guide

Valencia

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Explore Valencia’s medieval streets, admire historic architecture, visit food markets and museums and people-watch from lively squares.

Valencia’s Old Town marks the city’s historic centre, with a maze of twisting streets leading to lively public squares. Take your time to stroll around this charming neighbourhood to discover emblematic buildings, some of which date back to the Roman era. Explore food markets, visit museums and sit at a café and watch city life pass by.  

A good place to start is at Plaza de la Reina where you can visit the Valencia Cathedral, a fusion of Baroque, Gothic and Romanesque architectural styles. Step inside the cathedral to see a chalice that is thought by many to be the Holy Grail. Climb the staircase of the cathedral’s bell tower for panoramic city views. 

At nearby Plaza de la Virgen you’ll find more historical buildings. Among these is the Basilica de la Virgen de los Desamparados, which was one of Spain’s first Baroque buildings. Come to this square during the evening to sit at a café and watch street performers. From here, stroll to the El Carmen district to find alleys lined with pubs, restaurants and tapas bars.

When you get hungry, make your way to the Central Market. Here, local traders sell everything from fresh fruit and vegetables to cured meats and seafood. Be sure to try the Valencian paella from one of the food stands outside the market. A short walk from the market is La Lonja, a grand Gothic building that was once the centre for Valencia’s silk trade.  

Shoppers will enjoy browsing the department stores and independent boutiques located on Colón and Pintor Sorolla streets. History enthusiasts will appreciate the ceramic museum at the Palacio del Marques de Dos Aguas, a palace that dates back to the 15th century. Find contemporary art and photography exhibitions at the Valencia Institute of Modern Art.

When exploring the Old Town, don’t miss the Torres de Serranos and Torres de Quart. These city gates mark the entrances to the neighbourhood and formed part of the old medieval city wall. 

Getting around the Old Town is easy on foot since the major attractions here are within walking distance of each other.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Valencia City Centre

Novotel Valencia Lavant

Novotel Valencia Lavant

4 out of 5
Avenida Pio XII 4, Valencia, Valencia
The price is ₹10,817 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹10,817
₹11,898 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Malvarrosa Beach and Port of Valencia are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (191 reviews)
"Really lovely stay. The pool was not yet usable but apart from that an amazing location and great all round stay"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Novotel Valencia Lavant
Senator Parque Central Hotel

Senator Parque Central Hotel

4 out of 5
Pl. Manuel Sanchís Guarner, 1, Valencia, Valencia
The price is ₹8,099 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹8,099
₹8,909 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (947 reviews)
"Good location, really convenient"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Senator Parque Central Hotel
Hotel Turia Valencia

Hotel Turia Valencia

4 out of 5
Calle del Profesor Beltran Baguena, 2, Valencia, Valencia
The price is ₹9,526 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
₹9,526
₹10,479 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"Excellent service and cleanliness. Breakfast, fantastic. We would have loved a fridge in the room. That's what let you down."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Hotel Turia Valencia
Melia Plaza Valencia

Melia Plaza Valencia

4 out of 5
Placa De L Ajuntament, 4, Valencia, Valencian Community
The price is ₹12,089 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹12,089
₹13,298 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (249 reviews)
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Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Melia Plaza Valencia
Only YOU Hotel Valencia

Only YOU Hotel Valencia

5 out of 5
PLAZA RODRIGO BOTET,5, Valencia, Valencian Community
The price is ₹17,997 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹17,997
₹19,797 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (786 reviews)
"I loved everything about this stay, the concierge, the check in, the welcome champagne, the amazing room, every detail was perfect. Also was stunned and so pleasantly surprised to have a birthday cake, balloons, prosecco, and a letter from the staff with birthday wishes!"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Only YOU Hotel Valencia
Numa Valencia La Xerea

Numa Valencia La Xerea

4 out of 5
Carrer del Governador Vell 9, Valencia, Valencia
The price is ₹10,907 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
₹10,907
₹11,998 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Malvarrosa Beach and Port ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
"Excelent place"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Numa Valencia La Xerea
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Other neighbourhoods around Valencia City Centre

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El Mercat

If you're spending some time in El Mercat, Central Market and Silk Exchange are top sights worth seeing.

El Mercat
Valencia City Centre featuring heritage architecture, bird life and a church or cathedral

Ciutat Vella

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia to Silk Exchange – discover Ciutat Vella, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Ciutat Vella
Valencia featuring zoo animals and land animals

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.

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El Carme

El Carme is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Centre del Carme and Serranos Towers.

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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.

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Ruzafa

Ruzafa is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ruzafa Market and Color Elefante.

Ruzafa


Valencia City Centre Travel Guide