Ciutat Vella Travel Guide

Valencia

Aerial overview of the old city (Ciutat Vella) of Valencia, Spain
Aerial overview of the old city (Ciutat Vella) of Valencia, Spain
Convent de Sant Domenec
Las Fallas, Valencia Spain Spring Festival, the building and burning of the Falla 15th to 19th March. Europe's largest and longest street party, an exuberant, anarchic, round the clock swirl of fireworks, music, explosions and fire that brings an estimated two million visitors to the city. The more than 350 fallas are giant sculptures of papier maché and wood. They satirise celebrities and politicians and local customs. The cremà after midnight on 19th March is when every falla goes up in flames except for one small ninot.
Vue sur la Cathédrale Saint-Apollinaire depuis la Plaza de la Virgen

Popular places to visit

Valencia Cathedral featuring a square or plaza and heritage architecture

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.

Valencia Cathedral
Central Market featuring a city, street scenes and heritage architecture

Central Market

4.5/5(285 reviews)

Shop for local fruits, vegetables, cheeses and cured meats, and watch local market traders at work in one of Europe’s oldest food markets.

Central Market
Plaza del Ayuntamiento which includes heritage elements

Plaza del Ayuntamiento

4.5/5(171 reviews)

Visit stately historical buildings and learn about Valencia’s history and evolution when you spend time in this beautiful city center square.

Plaza del Ayuntamiento
Plaza de la Reina which includes heritage architecture, a city and château or palace

Plaza de la Reina

4.5/5(325 reviews)

This busy square marks the center of Valencia’s Old Town. Come here to admire grand architecture, visit a centuries-old café and shop at handicraft markets.

Plaza de la Reina
Valencia - The panorama of historic University builiding with the square at dusk.

University of Valencia

4/5(25 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Valencia during your travels in Valencia. Amble around this culturally rich area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.

University of Valencia
Plaza de la Virgen featuring night scenes, a church or cathedral and a city

Plaza de la Virgen

4.5/5(164 reviews)

This lively Old Town square is a great place for people-watching and taking photos of some of Valencia’s most emblematic buildings.

Plaza de la Virgen

Things to do

Valencia's Historic Centre

From Albir, Altea, Benidorm & Calpe: Valencia City Excursion

฿1,425
per adult
From Albir, Altea, Benidorm & Calpe: Valencia City Excursion
Picture 4 for Activity Valencia: Catamaran Cruise with Sunset Option

Valencia: Sailing Catamaran Cruise with Sunset Option and DJ

฿548
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Valencia: Sailing Catamaran Cruise with Sunset Option and DJ
Valencia: 2-Hour Private Boat Cruise

Valencia: 2-Hour Private Boat Cruise

฿1,096
per traveller
Valencia: 2-Hour Private Boat Cruise
Valencia: San Nicolas Church Entry Ticket

Valencia: The Light of Saint Nicholas

฿548
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Valencia: The Light of Saint Nicholas
Museo Iluziona Valencia

Museo Iluziona Valencia

฿438
per adult
Museo Iluziona Valencia
Enjoy the Ciutat Vella of Valencia with Tuk Turia

Valencia: Tuk Tuk Historical Tour

฿913
per adult
Valencia: Tuk Tuk Historical Tour
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Top hotels in Ciutat Vella

Only YOU Hotel Valencia

Only YOU Hotel Valencia

5 out of 5
PLAZA RODRIGO BOTET,5 Valencia Valencian Community
The price is ฿5,735 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
฿5,735
฿6,308 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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 helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Always great - my favorite hotel in Valencia - service location and rooms are exceptional - time and time again - no comparison

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Only YOU Hotel Valencia
Voghe Premium Flats

Voghe Premium Flats

4 out of 5
Carrer de la Mare de Déu de Gràcia 8 Valencia Comunidad Valenciana
The price is ฿6,372 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
฿6,372
฿7,009 total
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Plaza del Ayuntamiento and Central Market ...
9/10 Wonderful! (621 reviews)
Room was spacious, modern and clean. Walkable to the city centre approximately 10mins and close to many shops and restaurants.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Voghe Premium Flats
ESTIMAR Valencia

ESTIMAR Valencia

4 out of 5
Carrer del Pintor Sorolla 17 Valencia
The price is ฿5,879 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
฿5,879
฿6,466 total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Plaza del Ayuntamiento and Central ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (248 reviews)
Excelente

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

ESTIMAR Valencia
Axel Hotel Valencia – Adults Only

Axel Hotel Valencia – Adults Only

4 out of 5
Calle de Roteros 25 Valencia
The price is ฿3,680 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
฿3,680
฿4,048 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Central Market and Plaza del Ayuntamiento are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (44 reviews)
The Axel Valencia was a fantastic experience. The staff were friendly and professional, always ready to assist guests. We were delighted with the facilities and the spectacular breakfast. We've stayed at other Axel hotels (San Sebastián, Madrid, Mykonos, Buenos Aires, Barcelona, ​​and Berlin). Valencia ...

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Axel Hotel Valencia – Adults Only
Hotel Conqueridor

Hotel Conqueridor

4 out of 5
Calle de Cervantes, 7-9 Valencia Valencia
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,987 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
฿2,987
฿3,286 total
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Great spacious room with clean and comfy beds great location staff excellent

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Hotel Conqueridor
MYR Marqués House Hotel

MYR Marqués House Hotel

4 out of 5
Abadia San Martin 10 Valencia Spain
The price is ฿5,066 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
฿5,066
฿5,572 total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (563 reviews)
The room and location was outstanding

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

MYR Marqués House Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Ciutat Vella

The primitive church of Sant Joan Mercat was erected in the suburb of the city known as the Boatella. From its old Gothic structure there is still the nave and the large blind oculus, known as "La O de Sant Joan", which was conceived as a large rosette on the façade of the feet. In 1592 the church suffered a spectacular fire that forced an almost total reconstruction throughout the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. It stands out for the infrequent the wide façade of the Market, conceived as a grandiose stone altarpiece on a terrace that dominates the square in front of the Lonja, forming a unique urban set. It is presided by the sculpture of the Virgin of the Rosary, work in stucco by Jacopo Bertesi, and on it stands the clock tower, flanked by the two Santos Juanes and crowned by the famous "Pardal de Sant Joan", the weather vane to which -according to tradition- was made to look at the children when their humble parents abandoned them in the square. In the lower part of the terrace there are "les covetes de Sant Joan", semi-basements in which once were junkyards and old shops, part of the living history of Valencia. The interior of the temple is an overflowing Baroque imagination, with statues of Bertesi representing characters of the Twelve Tribes of Israel, and especially the set of frescoes that Antonio Palomino executed in the vault.

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 which includes heritage architecture, château or palace and a city

Valencia City Centre

4.5/5(659 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Central Market to Silk Exchange – discover Valencia City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Valencia City Centre
Vue sur la Cathédrale Saint-Apollinaire depuis la Plaza de la Virgen

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
Placa de la Reina

La Seu

If you're spending some time in La Seu, Plaza de la Virgen and Plaza de la Reina are top sights worth seeing.

La Seu
The exterior of the Ceramic Museum in Seville is gorgeous.

La Xerea

If you're spending some time in La Xerea, Puerta del Mar and Turia Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

La Xerea
Plaza de Toros bullring in Valencia, Spain; Shutterstock ID 474242068

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

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