Explore Valencia’s vibrant history and culture on a half-day walking tour with Adrián. Discover hidden gems, taste local flavors, and uncover ancient secrets.
Explore Valencia’s vibrant history and culture on a half-day walking tour with Adrián. Discover hidden gems, taste local flavors, and uncover ancient secrets.
- Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias - A remarkable neofuturistic architectural and cultural complex crafted by Santiago Calatrava and Félix Candela.
- Jardi del Turia - The Turia Gardens (Jardines del Turia) in Valencia is among Spain’s largest urban parks, extending over nine kilometers through the city. Established on the former Turia Riverbed…
- Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias - A remarkable neofuturistic architectural and cultural complex crafted by Santiago Calatrava and Félix Candela.
- Jardi del Turia - The Turia Gardens (Jardines del Turia) in Valencia is among Spain’s largest urban parks, extending over nine kilometers through the city. Established on the former Turia Riverbed after its redirection in 1957, the gardens provide a lush green area filled with walking paths, cycling routes, sports zones, and picturesque spots. Surrounded by historic bridges and key landmarks like the City of Arts and Sciences and Palau de la Música, it serves as a vibrant oasis for both locals and visitors.
- Palau de la Musica i Congressos de Valencia - A distinguished concert hall situated in the former Turia Riverbed, home to the Valencia city orchestra.
- El Parterre - “El Parterre” is a tranquil and historically significant public garden located in the heart of Valencia. Dating back to the 19th century, it features a formal design with symmetrical pathways, manicured flowerbeds, and towering magnolia trees. The garden is renowned for its equestrian statue of King James I.
- La Nau - The University of Valencia (Universitat de València), established in 1499, is one of Spain’s oldest and most esteemed academic institutions. Its historic building, La Nau, originally housed the university and remains a cultural and educational landmark in the city.
- Palacio del Marques de Dos Aguas - The Palacio del Marqués de Dos Aguas is a magnificent Rococo-style palace in the heart of Valencia. Initially a Gothic noble house, it underwent a dramatic transformation in the 18th century, becoming one of the city’s most iconic architectural treasures. Its elaborate alabaster façade, designed by Hipólito Rovira and sculpted by Ignacio Vergara, is a masterpiece of decorative excess, featuring intricate carvings and symbolic motifs.
- Plaza de la Virgen - Plaza de la Virgen is one of Valencia’s most historic and emblematic squares, situated in the heart of the city’s old town. Once the site of the Roman forum, it is surrounded by architectural marvels such as the Cathedral of Valencia, the Basilica of the Virgen de los Desamparados, and the Palacio de la Generalitat.
At its center stands the Fountain of the Turia, an allegorical sculpture representing the river and its irrigation system. The plaza is a lively gathering place, hosting cultural events, religious ceremonies, and the weekly Tribunal de las Aguas, Europe’s oldest justice institution.
- Almoina Archaeological Center - The Almoina Archaeological Museum in Valencia is a captivating underground site showcasing the city’s rich history from its Roman foundation in 138 BC to the Middle Ages. Located near the Cathedral of Valencia, it is regarded as one of Europe’s most significant archaeological sites. Visitors can explore well-preserved remains of Roman baths, a Visigothic baptistery, an Islamic fortress, and medieval structures, offering a unique journey through Valencia’s past.

- Museum Fee
- Museum Fee
- Snacks
- Snacks
Hola! My name is Adrián, a Valencian passionate official tour guide! please join me on this walking guided tour from the tallest opera in the world to the core of the ancient roman city.
Lets travel through time & culture as we walk the beautiful & lively gardens of Europe 2024 Green Capital. The way is pack with surprises! From an Star Wars looking…
Hola! My name is Adrián, a Valencian passionate official tour guide! please join me on this walking guided tour from the tallest opera in the world to the core of the ancient roman city.
Lets travel through time & culture as we walk the beautiful & lively gardens of Europe 2024 Green Capital. The way is pack with surprises! From an Star Wars looking opera house, to a children playground featuring a massive fibreglass model of Gulliver, a poltergeist gothic palace built on the site of a roman necropolis or the Cathedral chapel that keeps the legendary holy grail ! I want to share with you all about the city festivities, traditions & gastronomy. Valencianos are fun ! They do more than cooking paella! We will stop along the way for an optional regional drink & a tapa, or two! The walk ends with a short roman archeological site visit, right where the city was born. As we conclude I can point you towards more hidden gems in the city of flowers, light & love!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.