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...
Highlights
3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Museum Fee
Snacks
Meeting Points
Departure
Av. del Professor López Piñero, 39
We will meet at Umbracle gardens entrance - facing Plaza de la Marató square/roundabout (City of Arts & Sciences).
Return
Plaça de l'Almoina
Plaça de l'Almoina square, next to Valencia cathedral.
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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...
Highlights
3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Museum Fee
Snacks
Meeting Points
Departure
Av. del Professor López Piñero, 39
We will meet at Umbracle gardens entrance - facing Plaza de la Marató square/roundabout (City of Arts & Sciences).
Return
Plaça de l'Almoina
Plaça de l'Almoina square, next to Valencia cathedral.
Itinerary
1
Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias
Striking neofuturistic architectural and cultural complex designed by Santiago Calatrava and Félix Candela.
30 minutes
2
Jardi del Turia
The Turia Gardens (Jardines del Turia) in Valencia is one of Spain’s largest urban parks, stretching over nine kilometers through the city. Built on the former Turia Riverbed after its diversion in 1957, the gardens offer a lush green space filled with walking paths, cycling routes, sports areas, and scenic spots. Flanked by historic bridges and key landmarks like the City of Arts and Sciences and Palau de la Música, it is a vibrant oasis for locals and visitors alike
3
Palau de la Musica i Congressos de Valencia
Renowned concert hall located in the former Turia Riverbed. Home to Valencia city orchestra.
5 minutes
4
El Parterre
"El Parterre" is a serene and historically significant public garden in the heart of Valencia. Dating back to the 19th century, it features a formal layout with symmetrical pathways, manicured flowerbeds, and towering magnolia trees. The garden is best known for its equestrian statue of King James I
5
La Nau
The University of Valencia (Universitat de València), founded in 1499, is one of Spain’s oldest and most prestigious academic institutions. Its historic building, La Nau, originally housed the university and remains a cultural and educational landmark in the city.
15 minutes
6
Palacio del Marques de Dos Aguas
The Palacio del Marqués de Dos Aguas is a stunning Rococo-style palace in the heart of Valencia. Originally a Gothic noble house, it underwent a dramatic transformation in the 18th century, becoming one of the city's most iconic architectural gems. 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.
15 minutes
7
Plaza de la Virgen
Plaza de la Virgen is one of Valencia’s most historic and emblematic squares, located in the heart of the city’s old town. Once the site of the Roman forum, it is surrounded by architectural gems 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
15 minutes
8
Almoina Archaeological Center
The Almoina Archaeological Museum in Valencia is a fascinating 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 considered one of Europe’s most important 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
