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Valencia Information

Valencia is a port city that rests on Spain’s southeastern coast where the Turia River meets the Mediterranean Sea. Its oldest remnants date back to 138 BC, but that doesn’t mean its focus isn’t on the present day. Valencia’s combines old-world culture with state-of-the-art museums, theaters, and walking trails. It is the third largest city in Spain the the fifth busiest container port in Europe. Its shoreline give way to many beautiful beaches perfect for a relaxing vacation.

The City of Arts and Sciences is a main attraction in Valencia. With interactive museums, an opera house and Europe’s largest aquarium, visiting the complex is a must. It was designed by Valencian architect Santiago Calatrava and to say it’s aesthetically pleasing is an understatement. Try going at night when the Assut D’or Bridge connecting the Science Museum and the Agora (a private event venue) is lit up and visitors can walk across over the Turia River. Otherwise, spending a full day at the City of Arts and Sciences is easily doable. A trip to Valencia wouldn’t be complete without exploring some of its outdoor parks. Turia Gardens is a great place to start, as it is one of the largest urban parks in Spain. The park runs through the city for 9 kilometers with offerings like walking and biking paths, bars and cafes, and plenty of grassy areas perfect for a quick siesta. The gardens were built on the former riverbed of the Turia River which was affected by a devastating flood in the 1950s. When the river needed to be diverted south of the city, a huge portion of land was now available and several urban planners and architects designed what is now Turia Gardens. The Cabecera park, where you can take a swan boat ride, borders the Turia Gardens, and are also worth a visit. The Turia Gardens also connect to the City of Arts and Sciences, Bioparc, and many others via 18 different bridges. This area is a must-visit!

Every year on the last Wednesday of August, the city of Bunol, a 30-minute drive from Valencia, hosts the La Tomatina. If you’re unfamiliar with it, the event just so happens to be the world’s biggest food fight. If you’re one of 20,000 lucky people, you can score a ticket to this incredible experience and help heap over 100 metric tons of tomatoes at other participants. The event begins with a pre-party and the fun continues with an official after-party. Port Saplaya, just a 15-minute drive from Valencia, is known by many as Spain’s “Little Venice”, and it’s easy to see why. The port itself is surrounded by houses and nearly a boat or a dock per house. There is a pedestrian path all the way around the port, so take a stroll around or stop in at a tapas bar for a bite to eat. Either way, you’ll enjoy the picturesque view at the port.

With over 4,000 rentals in Valencia, Tripping.com has many options for visitors. Stay in the heart of the city if you’re aiming to frequent the museums and attractions in the city center. Choose a beachfront home with a terrace overlooking the Mediterranean Sea if you’re on vacation and want convenient access to the beach. If you’re bringing your pooch, Tripping.com offers rentals in Valencia that are pet-friendly, too! Last, but certainly not least, the paella. Known to have originated in the Valencia region, paella is a traditional Spanish rice and seafood dish. Get authentic paella valenciana at Canela; visitors go crazy over theirs. Or, try Arrocería la Valenciana’s version of paella. You can’t really go wrong when you get the dish in the birthplace of its humble beginnings.

To get to Valencia from out of the country, fly into Valencia airport. The metro is conveniently located next to the airport, so you can take the subway to your accommodation. If you’d rather, you can also hire a cab to take you directly where you need to go without having to haul your luggage on public transit. Many parts of Valencia are best explored by foot, as the town is not very big in area. Museums, parks, and beaches are all easiest to access via walking. Valencia also has a bus system, as well as an underground metro subway system, tourist buses that will tour you around the city, and trams. Most places are reachable by the metro, and those places that aren’t can be reached via the tram. If public transportation is your preferred method, buy one of Valencia’s combined ticket options that cover bus, tram, and subway travel.