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Guide to Valencia historical sites and landmarks

Valencia combines Roman sites, Gothic buildings, modern architecture, and natural areas. The city features art museums, historical markets, medieval gates, and the Ciudad de las Artes science center. The Turia Park and beaches allow outdoor recreation, while the Cathedral and Silk Exchange display the city's heritage.

Valencia Cathedral
Valencia Cathedral

Valencia, Spain

Gothic church from the 13th century combining Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque architecture. The 50-meter bell tower provides views over the city.

Silk Exchange
Silk Exchange

Valencia, Spain

Late Gothic building from the 15th century that served as a trading center for silk. The hall displays twisted columns and vaulted ceilings.

City of Arts and Sciences
City of Arts and Sciences

Valencia, Spain

Modern complex with museum, cinema, theater and science center. The white buildings reflect in water pools.

Oceanographic
Oceanographic

Valencia, Spain

Europe's largest aquarium with 45,000 marine animals from 500 species. The facility includes nine underwater towers with different ecosystems.

Torres de Quart
Torres de Quart

Valencia, Spain

These medieval twin towers from the 15th century served as the western entrance to the city and still show cannon ball marks from Napoleonic wars.

Central Market
Central Market

Valencia, Spain

The market opened in 1928 covers 8000 square meters and contains more than 300 stalls selling food and regional products.

Plaza de la Virgen
Plaza de la Virgen

Valencia, Spain

This central square from the 1st century contains the basilica and water tribunal. Roman remains exist beneath the pavement.

Palace of Music
Palace of Music

Valencia, Spain

Modern cultural building from 1987 with four halls dedicated to concerts, film screenings and art exhibitions. The building stands next to Turia Park.

San Nicolas Church
San Nicolas Church

Valencia, Spain

This gothic church features 15th century vaults and baroque frescoes painted on its ceiling.

Fine Arts Museum
Fine Arts Museum

Valencia, Spain

The museum contains Spanish art from the 14th to 20th centuries including works by Goya and Velázquez.

Turia Gardens
Turia Gardens

Valencia, Spain

A linear park in the former riverbed containing sports facilities, walking paths and green spaces along nine kilometers.

Mestalla Stadium
Mestalla Stadium

Valencia, Spain

Opened in 1923, the stadium holds 48,600 spectators and is the oldest stadium in Spanish Primera División.

Bioparc Valencia
Bioparc Valencia

Valencia, Spain

The modern zoo reproduces natural habitats. Animals live in large enclosures without visible barriers between species.

Instituto Valenciano de Arte Moderno
Instituto Valenciano de Arte Moderno

Valencia, Spain

The museum displays contemporary art in two buildings. The collection includes works by Spanish and international artists of the 20th century.

Torres de Serranos
Torres de Serranos

Valencia, Spain

These Gothic twin towers from the 14th century served as a city gate and prison. The towers reach 33 meters high.

Teatro Romano de Sagunto
Teatro Romano de Sagunto

Valencia, Spain

The first-century theater could accommodate 8000 spectators. The structure was restored in the 20th century.

Playa de la Malvarrosa
Playa de la Malvarrosa

Valencia, Spain

A three kilometer long sandy beach with a palm tree lined promenade and several sports facilities for visitors.

Albufera Natural Park
Albufera Natural Park

Valencia, Spain

This nature reserve south of Valencia spans 21000 hectares and includes a large freshwater lake, traditional rice fields and typical Mediterranean flora.

L'Almoina Archaeological Center
L'Almoina Archaeological Center

Valencia, Spain

An underground museum displaying 2000 years of city history, Roman baths and medieval remains.

Sierra Calderona Natural Park
Sierra Calderona Natural Park

Valencia, Spain

Protected natural area spanning 18000 hectares containing pine forests, marked trails and medieval structures across mountainous terrain.

Monastery of San Miguel de los Reyes
Monastery of San Miguel de los Reyes

Valencia, Spain

The 16th century Renaissance building houses the Valencian library containing over 100,000 books and historical documents.

El Cabanyal
El Cabanyal

Valencia, Spain

A former fishing village with typical Mediterranean architecture, colorful ceramic tiles and streets running parallel to the sea.

Jardin Botanico
Jardin Botanico

Valencia, Spain

This garden from 1802 contains over 3000 plant species, a herbarium with 200,000 specimens and a library dedicated to botany.

Carmen Convent
Carmen Convent

Valencia, Spain

The Gothic building from the 13th century displays a collection of medieval art and religious objects from Valencia.

Silk Guild Hall
Silk Guild Hall

Valencia, Spain

A trade museum from the 15th century containing original textile machines, guild documents and exhibitions about the history of Valencian silk production.

Plaza Redonda
Plaza Redonda

Valencia, Spain

The marketplace built in 1840 measures 20 meters in diameter and contains shops selling traditional handicrafts.

Blasco Ibanez House Museum
Blasco Ibanez House Museum

Valencia, Spain

The museum contains personal objects, manuscripts and photographs of the Valencian author in his former residence.

Santa Lucia Chapel
Santa Lucia Chapel

Valencia, Spain

The stone chapel stands on Carrer del Hospital street. It was constructed in the 13th century as an Islamic place of worship and later rebuilt as a Romanesque Christian church.

Church of San Juan del Hospital
Church of San Juan del Hospital

Valencia, Spain

This Romanesque church from the 13th century features Gothic and Baroque elements in its architecture.

Museum of Rice
Museum of Rice

Valencia, Spain

The museum is located in a former rice mill and displays tools and methods of traditional rice production.

El Saler
El Saler

Valencia, Spain

The beach extends for 6 kilometers and borders pine forests and dunes of the Mediterranean area.

The North Station
The North Station

Valencia, Spain

Built in 1917, the station features mosaics with orange motifs and ceramic wall tiles with regional designs.

La Nau University Building
La Nau University Building

Valencia, Spain

Built in 1498, this building contains a historical library with over 40,000 books and a museum dedicated to university history.