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.


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Top hotels in Valencia City Centre

Senator Parque Central Hotel

Senator Parque Central Hotel

4 out of 5
Pl. Manuel Sanchís Guarner, 1, Valencia, Valencia
The price is ฿4,239 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿4,239
฿4,663 total
10 Aug - 11 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 helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (964 reviews)
"No too far from area of interest"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Senator Parque Central Hotel
Novotel Valencia Lavant

Novotel Valencia Lavant

4 out of 5
Avenida Pio XII 4, Valencia, Valencia
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,356 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿4,356
฿4,792 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (215 reviews)
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Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Novotel Valencia Lavant
Hotel Turia Valencia

Hotel Turia Valencia

4 out of 5
Calle del Profesor Beltran Baguena, 2, Valencia, Valencia
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,078 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,078
฿3,386 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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! (1,011 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Hotel Turia Valencia
Only YOU Hotel Valencia

Only YOU Hotel Valencia

5 out of 5
PLAZA RODRIGO BOTET,5, Valencia, Valencian Community
The price is ฿7,657 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿7,657
฿8,423 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (805 reviews)
"We stayed at Only YOU Hotel Valencia to celebrate our anniversary, and it was absolutely perfect. From the start, the staff went out of their way to make us feel welcome and taken care of. We were offered a €30 upgrade, which we accepted — and it was well worth it! The room was spacious, beautifully ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Only YOU Hotel Valencia
SH Valencia Palace Hotel

SH Valencia Palace Hotel

5 out of 5
Avenida Paseo De La Alameda 32, Valencia, Valencia
The price is ฿4,965 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿4,965
฿5,461 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Other than some noise coming from downstairs due to construction/ renovation, it was a pleasant stay. There was some construction behind the hotel as well, which didn’t help with the noise issue."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

SH Valencia Palace Hotel
Hotel Silken Puerta de Valencia

Hotel Silken Puerta de Valencia

4 out of 5
Avenida Cardenal Benlloch 28, Valencia, Valencia
The price is ฿3,595 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿3,595
฿3,955 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel room we stayed at was very nice and we had enough room for our family. However, the WiFi was on the slower side, and the hair dryer did not work. In spite of this, I would highly rate this hotel."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Hotel Silken Puerta de Valencia
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Other neighbourhoods around Valencia City Centre

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

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.

Sant Francesc
Palacio del Marques de Dos Aguas showing a city, heritage architecture and a square or plaza

La Xerea

If you're spending some time in La Xerea, Turia Gardens and San Juan del Hospital Church are top sights worth seeing.

La Xerea
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El Carme

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

El Carme
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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.

Eixample


Valencia City Centre Travel Guide