What to do in Valencian Community

Activities, attractions and tours

Visit Valencian Community

Valencia City Centre which includes heritage architecture, château or palace and a city

Top places to visit

1. City of Arts and Sciences

The City of Arts and Sciences is a multipurpose cultural and entertainment complex. Discover over 500 marine species, enjoy opera performances, enjoy interactive science and technology exhibits and watch 3-D movies. This complex of six venues stretches along 1.2 miles (2 kilometers) of Valencia’s Turía Gardens and is a showcase of the city’s modern architecture.

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City of Arts and Sciences showing modern architecture and a city

2. Malvarrosa Beach

Situated north of the port of Valencia, Malvarrosa Beach offers the chance to swim in the warm Mediterranean Sea, play beach sports and take walks along a wide beachfront promenade. The beach features historic villas, fine restaurants and clean waters and is only minutes away from the city.

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Malvarrosa Beach which includes a sandy beach, a city and night scenes

3. Oceanogràfic Aquarium

The Oceanogràfic Aquarium is one of Europe’s largest aquariums. The expansive complex is divided into multiple areas, each representing one of the world’s primary marine ecosystems. In addition to seeing beluga whales, sharks, walruses, penguins and hundreds of other species, enjoy entertaining activities that allow interaction with the animals in unique ways.

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City of Arts and Sciences featuring marine life and interior views as well as a large group of people

4. Alicante Harbour

For many visitors to the coast of Spain, the Alicante Harbour is the first port of call. When most of Alicante’s maritime industry shifted to nearby Valencia in the 1980s, the city’s harbor precinct was redeveloped for the tourist market. Today, 80,000 visitors disembark at the harbor from cruise ships, ferries and pleasure craft each year. The area surrounding the harbor is busy most of the day, with locals and visitors alike strolling the promenade in search of the perfect restaurant or bar.

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Alicante Harbour featuring a bay or harbour

5. Bioparc Valencia Zoo

At Bioparc Valencia, get close to wild animals, experiencing them in re-creations of African habitats. This 25-acre (10-hectare) zoo has three main areas: Savannah, Madagascar and Equatorial Africa. Paths and tunnels connect each area, leading to viewing points where rivers, ponds, rocks and glass walls are all that separate you from the animals.

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Bioparc Valencia Zoo which includes zoo animals as well as an individual male

6. Llevant Beach

Long-time Benidorm residents, families, couples and partygoers all descend upon the glorious setting of Levante Beach (Playa de Levante). This coastal treasure in one of Spain’s busiest resorts is the ideal place to cool off from the hot summer sun and go swimming in the Mediterranean Sea. Levante Beach is where the sun first shines on the town. Come early to watch the sunrise and stick around to watch the action unfold.

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One of the Costa Blanca’s finest beaches is loved by locals and vacationers alike for its soft sand, crystalline water, busy promenade and nightlife.

7. Postiguet Beach

Those wanting to cool off after a day of exploring Alicante’s treasures will love this stretch of beach. If you’ve always wanted to swim in the Mediterranean Ocean, this is an ideal place to fulfill your dream. Located adjacent to Alicante’s famous harbor precinct, Postiguet Beach can easily be reached on foot from the city, making it an ideal candidate for a quick swim.

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Postiguet Beach which includes tropical scenes, swimming and a beach

Popular places to visit

City of Arts and Sciences

4.5/5(194 reviews)

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

4/5(171 reviews)

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

4.5/5(121 reviews)

Explore this spectacular indoor-outdoor aquarium, home to innovative exhibits and more than 500 different marine species.

Alicante Harbour

4.5/5(318 reviews)

Once a center of industry, Alicante’s harbor precinct is now home to some of the city’s best bars and restaurants, with views along the picturesque Postiguet Beach.

Bioparc Valencia Zoo

4.5/5(50 reviews)

Visit this zoo to experience careful re-creations of African ecosystems and to enjoy wildlife in an almost barrier-free environment.

Postiguet Beach

4.5/5(126 reviews)

Alicante’s city beach offers a clean, child-friendly day out, surrounded by some of the best restaurants in town.

Valencia Cathedral

4.5/5(206 reviews)

See the supposed Holy Grail, marvel at Renaissance frescoes and admire city views from a bell tower at one of Valencia’s most iconic landmarks.

Aqualandia

4.5/5(19 reviews)

Plummet down 13 stories on a very tall slide and bring your kids to the wave pool in one of the oldest water parks in Spain.

Terra Natura

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Kids will love the donkey rides and the interactions with animals at this diverse zoo that removes the boundaries between people and animals.

Explore areas of Valencian Community

Valencia City Centre

4.5/5(659 area reviews)

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

Alicante City Centre

4.5/5(282 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Alicante City Centre is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out San Nicolas Cathedral and Calle Castaños.

Benidorm Centro

4.5/5(131 area reviews)

Lively cabaret entertainment sets this seaside town apart from its neighbors in Alicante. Bask in the sun on the beaches and visit the tapas bars after sundown.

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.