Valencian Community, Spain

Valencia

Valencia's old town of Gothic churches and the UNESCO-listed Silk Exchange sits beside the Turia Gardens, a 9 km park in a former riverbed that leads to the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences.

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The city on foot

Valencia is Spain's third-largest city and the home of paella. Its old town grew from a Roman colony and a Moorish city.

The centre is flat and compact, and the Turia Gardens make it easy to walk or cycle to the beach and modern districts.

What makes Valencia distinctive

  • The Silk Exchange, a Gothic trading hall
  • The Turia Gardens in the old riverbed
  • The City of Arts and Sciences
  • Paella and horchata

Walking tours in Valencia

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Main sights

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Neighbourhoods worth wandering

  • Ciutat Vella

    The old town.

  • El Carmen

    A district of street art, bars and medieval lanes.

  • Ruzafa

    A lively area of cafés and restaurants.

  • El Cabanyal

    The old fishermen's quarter by the beach.

Free self-guided walk

Old town, from the Serranos towers to the Central Market

A free self-guided walk from the Torres de Serranos through the old town past the cathedral to the Silk Exchange and the Central Market.

1.4 km · 6 stops · map and directions

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Best areas to explore on foot

  1. Old town

    From Plaza de la Reina past the cathedral and Silk Exchange to the Central Market.

  2. El Carmen

    From the Torres de Serranos through the lanes of El Carmen.

  3. Turia Gardens

    Along the park to the City of Arts and Sciences.

Practical walking notes

  • Terrain

    Flat throughout.

  • Heat

    Summers are hot and humid; walk in the morning or evening.

  • Distances

    The old town is compact; the beach is about 4 km from the centre.

When to visit

  • March

    Las Fallas festival, with giant figures burned in the streets.

  • Spring and autumn

    Warm and sunny, the best for walking.

  • Summer

    Hot, with beach life at Malvarrosa.

Getting there and getting around

Arriving

  • By air

    Valencia Airport is about 8 km from the centre, linked by metro.

  • By rail

    High-speed trains reach Madrid in about two hours.

Local transport

  • Metro, tram and bike

    Metro and tram lines reach the beach; the city has a public bike scheme.

Questions travellers ask about Valencia

How many days do I need in Valencia?

Two or three days covers the old town, the Turia Gardens, the City of Arts and Sciences and the beach.

Is Valencia walkable?

Yes. It is flat, and the old town is compact.

Where should I eat paella in Valencia?

Traditional Valencian paella is a lunchtime dish, often eaten at El Palmar or along the beach.

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Sources and review date

This guide was last updated on 2026-10-28. Opening hours, fares and services change; please confirm details with official sources before travelling.