Destination: Valencia

The best time to visit Valencia is March-June and September-October, for warm weather and the city’s famous festivals. Explore our Valencia travel guides covering the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences, the historic Old Town and Central Market, the Turia Gardens, and the beaches, plus the birthplace of paella, itineraries, where to stay, and tips for the March Las Fallas celebration.

Places to explore in Valencia

  • Museo Nacional de Cerámica y Artes Suntuarias

    Museo Nacional de Cerámica y Artes Suntuarias González Martí combines an 18th-century palace setting with an extensive collection of ceramics reflecting centuries of Spanish and global artistry. The museum offers live performances, accessible facilities, and family-friendly exhibits that bring historical craftsmanship to life. Visitors should prepare for a unique blend of architectural grandeur and detailed…

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  • Museo Semana Santa Marinera

    Museo Semana Santa Marinera

    Museo Semana Santa Marinera preserves the maritime community’s unique Holy Week traditions through detailed costumes, floats, and immersive audiovisual displays. This wheelchair-accessible museum offers an intimate look at local religious heritage, highlighting stories often overshadowed by broader Spanish Semana Santa celebrations. Ideal for families and history enthusiasts alike, it provides an authentic experience without the…

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  • Museu de l

    Museu de l

    The Museu de l’Arròs is a 19th-century rice mill turned museum that showcases the traditional processes of rice cultivation, milling, and gastronomy unique to Valencia’s agricultural heritage. Visitors can explore authentic machinery, learn about rice’s role in the region’s economy, and gain insight into the environmental factors shaping the iconic dish paella. Wheelchair access and…

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  • Museu de les Ciències Príncipe Felipe

    Museu de les Ciències Príncipe Felipe

    The Museu de les Ciències Príncipe Felipe, a futuristic beacon of scientific exploration in Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences complex, captivates visitors with its striking architecture and immersive exhibits. Inside, natural light bathes interactive displays that transform complex scientific concepts into engaging, hands-on experiences, inviting curious minds to unravel mysteries from the human body…

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  • Museu de Prehistòria de València

    Museu de Prehistòria de València

    Step into a world where ancient treasures whisper secrets of Valencia’s prehistoric past at the Museu de Prehistòria de València. This captivating institution houses an extensive collection of Iberian artifacts, spanning from the Stone Age to Roman times, all excavated from the local region. Beyond mere displays, the museum brings history to life through thoughtfully…

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  • Museu Faller de València

    Museu Faller de València

    The Museu Faller de València preserves over 80 ninots from the city’s iconic Fallas festival, showcasing intricate craftsmanship and local satire within the historic walls of a former lepers’ hospital. Unlike many tourist spots, it offers a quiet, authentic glimpse into Valencian culture, politics, and humor through these salvaged parade figures. With wheelchair accessibility and…

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  • Museu Nacional de Ceràmica i de les Arts Sumptuàries Gonzàlez Martí

    Museu Nacional de Ceràmica i de les Arts Sumptuàries Gonzàlez Martí

    Step into a world of ceramic mastery and aristocratic grandeur at the González Martí National Museum of Ceramics and Decorative Arts, where the opulent Rococo façade of the former Palace of the Marqués de Dos Aguas sets the stage for an extraordinary journey through time. Within its walls, an [extensive collection spanning from prehistoric to…

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  • Museum of Fine Arts of Valencia

    Museum of Fine Arts of Valencia

    Step into the [Museum of Fine Arts of Valencia](https://www.visitvalencia.com/en/what-to-do-valencia/valencian-culture/museum-in-valencia/museum-fine-arts-valencia), a majestic 17th-century edifice housing Spain’s second largest art gallery, where over 2,000 masterpieces from the 15th to 19th centuries await. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Valencian artistry, complemented by exquisite Flemish works and dedicated rooms showcasing the brilliance of [Goya, Velázquez, and El…

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  • Natural Science Museum of Valencia

    Natural Science Museum of Valencia

    The Natural Science Museum of Valencia offers a unique blend of paleontology, technology, and local ecosystems that reveals the region’s rich natural history beyond famous dinosaur exhibits. Visitors can explore carefully curated fossil collections, interactive ecological displays, and less-known native species that connect past and present biodiversity. This museum’s mix of hands-on learning and detailed…

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  • para niños Park

    para niños Park

    Para niños Park in Valencia captivates visitors with its centerpiece: a colossal Gulliver figure transformed into an intricate playground, where children clamber over cleverly designed slides and climbing structures inspired by the classic tale. This urban oasis seamlessly blends literature, imagination, and physical activity, offering a unique educational experience alongside outdoor recreation. Open around the…

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