Valencia Vacation & Tourism Guide

... important contemporary art galleries, the collections of the Instituto Valenciano de Arte Moderno is spread out over two buildings: the Centro Julio González and the Centro del Carmen. The first is dedicated to the fat... more

... The first of its kind in Spain, this totally white futuristic cityscape made up of enormous modern buildings is the work of famous local architect Santiago Calatrava. You'll find it in the Túria river bed . Ciudad de l... more

San Esteban church is a small building close to the Cathedral . It's an interesting place, though not so much architecturally ... more

... It's worth climbing the 207 steps of the catedral belltower's spiral staircase to get the best views of the city. From nearly 60m in the air you can see everything around you, including the tower's 12 huge bells, the larges... more

... to come for an authentic paella and you can eat it on one of the outdoor terraces at the same time as enjoying the sun and the sea breeze. The long boardwalk has loads of restaurants to choose from and its a popular gatheri... more

... way to see all the city's sights is to take this modern double-decker bus with an open top through the streets. It's equipped with a multi-lingual audio system (headphones included) that describes the one-hour tour in eight... more

... and expanded San Pío V Museum houses a collection of important paintings and sculptures. Located next to the Royal Gardens, the museum's principal source of prestige stems from its collection of 15th-century paintings... more

... of the Central Post Office or Correos building began in 1915 and was finished seven years later. It was designed by the architect Miguel Angel Navarro, and its design is clearly eclectic, the dominant style at the time. The... more

... Turia river was converted into a series of very different gardens and the site of some of the most important buildings recently constructed in the city. This is where you will find the Palau de la Música concert hall a... more

... This beautiful, single-storey church is rectangular in layout with a vaulted dome and the typical side chapels in pure Renaissance style. The most noteworthy features on the outside are the Salomonic columns and the frontis... more

Offering creative cuisine to a clientele of well-to-do business people and professionals, you'll find this restaurant next to Plaza de la Virgen. Try the house specials of prawn satay, sirloin steak with red wine and wild mushr... more

This excellent restaurant which keeps alive traditional customs specializes in "fabada" (pork and white bean stew), traditional rice dishes, and the most recommended red mullet (fish). The menu also includes a large variety of... more

This is a long-established restaurant that has been serving excellent paellas and seafood since 1888. One of its spacious dining rooms offers a lovely view of the Mediterranean. It has become one of the most sought after catere... more

This magnificent old 17th-century palace has been converted into an excellent restaurant that specializes in both traditional and modern Valencian cuisine. Gracious dining is in a sumptuous dining room decorated in centuries ol... more

Sargantana offers local traditional cuisine in a compact, quaint setting. The wooden floor, brick walls, high ceiling and widely-set tables give it a very home-like atmosphere. Hot appetizing meals are served, accompanied by ch... more

This fantastic and spacious American restaurant has chosen Plaza de Cánovas, one of the most exclusive areas in Valencia, to set up shop. It's decorated with wooden tables and exudes an unmistakable American vibe. Tony Roma's i... more

A very European name for this central coffee shop and restaurant located close to the train station and the bullring. Its specialities include sandwiches, tapas and combo platters, but for those who want something a bit sturdie... more

This restaurant is a fifteen-minute car ride from Valencia, situated in a residential area with fantastic views. You can enjoy a good meal while surrounded by Nature, breathing fresh pine-scented air. The Hotel Lido serves the... more

Are you open to different cultures and specially to their exquisite food? In that case, the Palacio de Cristal opens its doors for you to Oriental delicacies and to its exotic atmosphere. The best Indian and Pakistani cuisine a... more