Valencia 4 Day Itinerary

Valencia 4-Day Travel Itinerary

Day 1: Explore the City Center

  • Morning: Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Café de Turia (Carrer del Grau, 8, 46003 València). Head to the iconic Central Market (Mercado Central) to experience local cuisine.
  • Afternoon: Visit the Valencia Cathedral and the adjacent Church of Sant Joan del Àngel, where you can see the famous Holy Grail. Don’t miss the Lonja de la Seda (Silk Exchange), a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • Evening: Explore the charming streets of the Ciutat Vella neighborhood and enjoy dinner at Horchatería Santa Catalina (Carrer dels Cavallers, 23, 46001 València). Try the traditional horchata!

Day 2: City of Arts and Sciences & Oceanographic Park

  • Morning: Head to the City of Arts and Sciences. Visit the Hemisfèric, UMBRA, L’Oceanogràfic (oceanarium), and the L’Hemisferic d’Alt Rendiment (El Hemisféric IMAX cinema).
  • Afternoon: Relax at the beautiful Jardines del Turia or visit the Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía.
  • Evening: Enjoy dinner at Apostoles (Plaça de l’Ajuntament, 10, 46001 València). They offer a variety of Mediterranean dishes.

Day 3: Ruzafa & Malvarrosa Beach

  • Morning: Have breakfast at El Invernadero (Carrer de la Pau, 15, 46003 València) and explore the vibrant neighborhood of Ruzafa. Visit the unique Museum of Illusions or the contemporary art gallery La Galeria del Calvari.
  • Afternoon: Relax at the beautiful Malvarrosa Beach and enjoy a seafood lunch at one of the beachside restaurants.
  • Evening: Return to Ruzafa for dinner at El Gastrónomo (Carrer de la Pau, 36, 46003 València) or Bodega Fallar (Calle Bomberos Forestales, 13, 46003 València).

Day 4: Albufera & Traditional Paella

  • Morning: Take a boat tour of the Albufera National Park, Spain’s largest lake. Learn about the local ecosystem and rice cultivation methods.
  • Afternoon: Visit the charming village of El Palmar for a traditional Valencian paella lunch at A Casa Mònica (Carrer de l’Església, 4, 03587 El Palmar, Spain).
  • Evening: Return to Valencia and enjoy your last dinner at the rooftop restaurant Urbana Rooftop (Plaza Ayuntamiento, 12, 46001 València) for stunning city views.

Things to Know:

  • Valencia operates on Central European Time (CET).
  • The best way to get around is by public transportation (metro, bus, and tram) or by bike (bike rental available throughout the city).
  • Spanish is the primary language, but English is widely spoken in tourist areas.
  • Tap water is safe to drink in Valencia.
  • Shopping hours are generally from 10 AM to 2 PM and 5 PM to 8 PM, with many shops closed on Sundays.

Tips:

  • Try traditional Valencian dishes like horchata, paella, and fartons.
  • Take a bicycle tour to explore the city and its parks.
  • Visit during the Fallas festival in March for a unique cultural experience.
  • Don’t forget to take plenty of photos at the stunning City of Arts and Sciences!