2 Days in Valencia: What to Do and See in Valencia

Day 1 | Morning

City of Arts and Sciences

Ticket Price: 8 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Days

Location: Av. Professor Lopez Pinero 7, 46013, Valencia, Spain

The City of Arts and Sciences was built on the dried-up riverbed of the Turia River in Valencia. The entire building complex includes the Planetarium, Prince Philip Science Palace, Palace of Arts, Marine Park, Botanical Garden, etc. The shark skeleton-inspired design also makes the City of Arts and Sciences one of the outstanding examples of modern architecture.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Kim~ Keep on EXPloring: So happy able to come here. Buildings all nice. Need min 4 hours to hanf around here. There are some food here to enjoy.

Trip.com User: Such amazing and beautiful scientific building with modern and stylish architectural

Day 1 | Afternoon

When time permits after visiting City of Arts and Sciences, don’t forget pay a visit to Valencia Cathedral.

Valencia Cathedral

Opening Hours: Open on Sun,2:00am-6:30pm;Open on Mon-Sat,10:00am-6:30pm

Ticket Price: 7 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Plaza de la Reina, 46003 Valencia, Spain

The cathedral is a landmark building in Valencia. It was built on the site of a mosque in the 3rd century. It has mixed a variety of architectural styles during a long period of continuous reconstruction and renovation.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Kim~ Keep on EXPloring: Visited 24th December 2021 history landmark. Today close

Day 1 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Valencia Cathedral? Hotel Palacio Vallier is one of your top choices.

Hotel Palacio Vallier

With a stay at Hotel Palacio Vallier in Valencia (Valencia City Centre), you'll be steps from Plaza de la Virgen and 5 minutes by foot from Plaza de la Reina. This 5-star hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Central Market and 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Valencia Cathedral. Take in the views from a rooftop terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services. Enjoy a meal at LA PERFUMERIA or snacks in the coffee shop/café. The hotel also offers 24-hour room service. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include a computer station, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Make yourself at home in one of the 31 air-conditioned rooms featuring free minibar items and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and complimentary newspapers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Day 2 | Morning

Oceanogràfic València

Opening Hours: Open from 10:00am-8:00pm

Ticket Price: 30.7 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-4 Hours

The Valencia Oceanarium is located in the Valencia City of Science and Arts. People can walk on the undersea passage and experience the living habits of marine life. The aquarium is divided into 9 halls according to the ecological area, including the Mediterranean hall, the Red Sea hall, the island hall, etc., where there are marine animals such as penguins, sea lions, dolphins, and beluga whales. In addition to watching these wonderful animals up close, you can also participate in interactive sessions with marine animals at certain times. If you want to have a "close contact" with sharks and dolphins, you may participate in it. For specific registration methods, please refer to the official website information.

Day 2 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Oceanogràfic València, Torres de Quart next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Torres de Quart

Ticket Price: 2 EUR

Recommended Length of Stay: 20-30 Minutes

Location: Plaza de Santa úrsula, 1, 46003 Valencia, Spain

The Tower of Quarte is the gateway to the city of Valencia. Together with the Tower of Serrano, it forms the wall that defends Valencia. It is one of the more important medieval buildings in the area. It was built by PereBofill in the 15th century and is a Gothic style. A masterpiece of military architecture. The Quarte Tower is mainly composed of lime bricks. The center of the vault was designed by Francesc Baldomar, a famous craftsman at the time. The exquisite carvings on the periphery commemorate the victory of the war and were later used as a prison. In addition to admiring the architecture, you can also climb to the top of the tower for a panoramic view of Valencia's beautiful cityscape.

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