Valencia is Spain’s third-largest city and is a wonderful starting point for your cruise. Whether you’re a history buff, foodie, or modern explorer, you’re certain to love everything this port city has to offer! Valencia features many parks, landmarks, churches, palaces, museums, and more. Plus, there are many fabulous beaches you can check out since it is located so close to the coast! Since many of Valencia’s highlights are located within close proximity to each other, you won’t have to worry so much about getting around.
A great time to visit Valencia is between March and June (great weather, minimal crowds), or July and October (good beach weather, peak crowds).
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These are just a few of the more popular tourist attractions in Valencia, along with a brief description:
♦ Plazas
There are so many fabulous plazas in Valencia that you’ll want to visit them all! If you’re interested by history and culture, you might consider making Plaza de la Vergin your first stop. You will discover many historic churches in this area, as well as beautiful old-world architecture, medieval homes, and the oldest neighborhood in the city. If you’re looking to sample some local fare, you can’t miss Plaza del Mercado. This is where you’ll find an open market with hundreds of stalls featuring all different kinds of food, brews, plants and more. The area is also surrounded by breathtaking architecture. There’s also Plaza del Ayuntamiento, where you can spot a number of historic landmarks such as the city’s municipal buildings, as well as mingle with locals.
♦ Parks and Wildlife
If you’re looking to spend time outdoors but don’t have your heart set on the beach, there a few great highlights in Valencia that you should not miss. One of them is Turia Gardens, which is a 6-mile park of luscious trees, water, flowers, and a paved walkway for relaxing strolls. Many locals hang out here, making it a great opportunity to mingle. Another nature-themed highlight is the Bioparc, which is a zoo that is designed to mimic native African environments, such as Madagascar. Among some of the residents you’ll find in the zoo include lions, giraffes, monkeys, elephants, zebras, and more. It’s a great family activity if you’re traveling with youngsters!
♦ Beaches
What’s a vacation without a day or two at the beach? When spending time in Valencia, there are many beaches where you can have some fun under the sun. One intriguing beach area is the Valencia Marina (also known as Juan Carlos I Royal Marina). This is where you can watch yachts sail in and out, as well as enjoy historic architecture. There are a bunch of shops and restaurants located nearby. Other noteworthy beaches that are close to the city center include Playa del Cabanyal (featuring a promenade), Mary Sombra, and Platja de Llevant. If you are willing to travel a little further south, you will discover miles of beaches from Playa de Perros Pinedo all the way down to Platja Les Palmeres.
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