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Valencia

Spain
Paella, futuristic architecture and Mediterranean sun
From UK
2h 20min
Airport β†’ City
10 km / 25 min
Day Budget
GBP 65-100
2h 20min
Flight Time
From London
10 km
Airport Distance
~25 min by metro
EUR
Currency
Euro
30 C
Summer
Hot and sunny
GBP 65-100
Day Budget
Mid-range traveller
Mar-May
Best Time
Warm without peak heat
Type C/F
Power Plugs
230V Β· UK adapter needed

What to see & do

City of Arts and Sciences
Futuristic Calatrava architecture
Central Market
Art Nouveau food hall
Turia Gardens
Park through the old riverbed
La Lonja
Gothic silk exchange
Malvarrosa Beach
City beach and paella terraces

From airport to city

VLC
Valencia Airport
Gateway to the city
Valencia Airport lies west of the city with metro and bus links to the centre.
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Metro
Line 3 or 5 to Xativa
25 min
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Bus
Aerobus to city centre
30 min
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Taxi
Approx. EUR 20-25 fixed fare
20 min

Where to eat

Ricard Camarena Restaurant
Fine Dining
Michelin

Creative Valencian cooking from one of the city's top chefs.

La Pepica
Paella
Classic

Beachfront institution for authentic Valencian paella since 1898.

Mercado Central
Market
Iconic

Stunning market hall for tapas, produce and a quick lunch.

Casa MontaΓ±a
Tapas
Historic

Traditional bodega with excellent hams, wines and small plates.

Horchateria Santa Catalina
Cafe
Sweet

Try horchata and fartons, Valencia's classic afternoon treat.

Canalla Bistro
Modern
Popular

Bold, fun small plates from the Ricard Camarena group.

Experiences

City of Arts and Sciences
Architecture
GBP 15
Half day

Explore the Oceanografic, science museum and striking modern buildings.

Mercado Central
Market
Free
1-2 hrs

Wander one of Europe's most beautiful food markets.

Turia Gardens
Park
Free
2-3 hrs

Cycle or walk the green corridor linking the city and the arts complex.

La Lonja
Historic
GBP 2
45 min

UNESCO-listed Gothic trading hall with soaring vaulted ceilings.

Malvarrosa Beach
Beach
Free
2-4 hrs

Swim, stroll the promenade and eat paella by the sea.

Albufera Boat Trip
Nature
GBP 10
Half day

Boat ride on the lagoon where Valencian rice is grown.

Accommodation

Premium GBP 200+/night
Hotel Las Arenas

Upscale resort-style stay on Malvarrosa beach.

Beachfront
Pool
Spa
Mid-Range GBP 100-160/night
Vincci Palace

Elegant hotel in a restored palace near the old town.

Central
Rooftop
Historic building
Budget GBP 35-70/night
Purple Nest Hostel

Colourful budget stay in the heart of the old city.

Private rooms
Social
Central

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