Why visit Valencia?
Valencia pairs a historic centre and buzzing Central Market with the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences. The Turia Gardens — a nine-kilometre park in a former riverbed — lead to wide beaches, making it an excellent city-and-beach combination.
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How to get there
Valencia's main airport is VLC. Typical flight times from the UK are around 2.5 hours.
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Where to stay in Valencia
Ciutat Vella
Historic heart, walkable to the market and cathedral.
Ruzafa
Trendy cafés, tapas and nightlife.
Malvarrosa
Right by the beach with easy tram access.
Things to do in Valencia
- 01
Museums
City of Arts and Sciences
Science museum, Oceanogràfic aquarium and striking architecture.
- 02
Local experiences
Central Market
One of Europe’s largest fresh food markets.
- 03
Local experiences
Albufera paella trip
Boat ride and paella where the dish was born.
- 04
Walking routes
Turia Gardens by bike
Cycle the green ribbon from the old town towards the sea.
Travel budget
Indicative ranges per person, reviewed October 2026. Editorial ranges from FlyAwayFinds research; prices vary by season and availability.
- Accommodation
- £55–£150
- Per night
- Food
- £25–£50
- Per day
- Local transport
- £3–£8
- Per day
- Activities
- £20–£60
- Per trip
- Airport transfers
- £3–£25
- Each way
- Budget tier
- budget
- Editorial rating
Best time to visit
Bars show our editorial suitability rating. Temperatures are long-term monthly averages.
Jan
12°
low
Feb
12°
low
Mar
14°
moderate
Apr
16°
moderate
May
19°
moderate
Jun
23°
moderate
Jul
26°
high
Aug
26°
high
Sep
23°
moderate
Oct
20°
moderate
Nov
15°
moderate
Dec
12°
low
Suggested itinerary
Plan
One day
- 1Central Market and old town
- 2Turia Gardens
- 3City of Arts and Sciences
Plan
Two days
- 1Day 1: Old town and Ruzafa
- 2Day 2: Arts and Sciences and the beach
Plan
Three days
- 1Day 1: Old town
- 2Day 2: Arts and Sciences and Oceanogràfic
- 3Day 3: Albufera and paella
Travel tips
- Local transport
- Metro, trams and Valenbisi city bikes make it easy to get around.
- Paying for things
- Cards are widely accepted.
- Airport transfers
- Metro lines 3 and 5 connect the airport with the centre.
- Entry requirements
- UK travellers must meet Schengen entry rules. Check official guidance before travelling.
- Safety
- Generally safe; mid-March Las Fallas is extremely busy and loud.
Always check the latest FCDO travel advice for Spain before you travel.
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FAQ
Valencia FAQs
Yes. Wide beaches, the Turia Gardens playgrounds and the Oceanogràfic make it one of Spain’s most family-friendly cities.
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