As Spain's third largest city, you can imagine the constant waves of people flowing into and out of sunny, seaside Valencia. Read more
Gently regulated by the sea upon which it sits, Valencia's pleasant Mediterranean climate means that any time is good for a Valencia trip. Read more
The problem is that with so many things to do in Valencia, chances are you'll run out of time before you get to do it all! Read more
With artsy film houses, an incredible panorama of Spanish architecture and some of Spain's most famously fiery festivals, Valencia has a cultural scene that most cities can only dream about. Read more
Due to its great location and unbeatable travel and transportation options, Valencia serves as a great starting point for a diverse and endless arrayof enticing day-trips. Read more
Sunny beach town, culinary pioneer, sophisticated metropolis, cultural trailblazer, historical hotbed, architecural mosaic, friendly home away from home... these are just some of the ingredients that mix together to create the Valencia we know and love.
This Valencia guide will help you to discover the dream in the modern reality.
We are here to provide you with all the essentials for a trip to Valencia. From the stuff that you need to know before you leave home in Planning Your Trip to the best things to do once you're here in Out & About.
As well as the basics we've thrown in a few extras along the way such as a History section to give you some background and a Culture section to allow you to get under the skin of most mysterious of peoples.
If you are traveling to Valencia via Barcelona, it is a good idea to stay a time in the capital of Catalunya. Both cities are located on the Mediterranean Coast, but each one has very different cultural aspects. For example, in Valencia you'll find the Institute of Modern Art, in Barcelona there is the Picasso Museum. Barcelona also has many other interesting museums. You can find a hotel in Barcelona easily on the the internet. You may also check this Barcelona hotels directory for further reference.