Valencia Tourism

Valencia Tourism

CIUDAD DE LAS ARTES Y LAS CIENCIAS / CITY OF ARTS & SCIENCES
Learn more about Valencia's number one attraction: Ciudad de las artes y las ciencias

LA LONJA
The stunning Lonja de los Mercaderes, one of the most emblematic buildings of Valencia, is one of Europe's best examples of European civil Gothic architecture. It doesn't take long to see why it holds status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With gargoyles, battlements and towers, this former silk exchange looks every bit a medieval castle straight out of a story book. A definite must see!

CATHEDRAL
With architectural styles ranging from Romanesque to Baroque, Valencia's cathedral is a microcosm of the many stages of Spanish architecture. Inside, see the Holy Grail (locals swear it's the real thing), climb the stairs to the top of the Miguete tower, check out Saint Vicente's arm (yes, his actual arm) and revel in paintings by Goya.

JARDÍN DEL TURIA
When major flooding in 1957 resulted in extensive damage to the city, the Turia River was rerouted an dnow passes around Valencia's southern and western suburbs. The river bed was turned into a hurge, 10-kilometer long park that has everything from footpaths beloved by walkers and joggers to numerous athletic installations, lush gardens, children's play areas and much more.

***BONUS! If you study at our Enforex Spanish school in Valencia, you will be taking the Spanish course of your choice just minutes away from this lovely green space. A great place to relax with a book, take a jog or people watch!

EL CÁRMEN
El Cármen, the oldest part of Valencia's historical center, has experienced a rebirth as Valencia's "hippest" zone to hang out. Old stone bridges, antique door-knockers and tight alleyways create an interesting contrast to the hoards of young people and lively bars. Don't miss: the Torres de Serrano (14th century) and the Torres de Quart (15th century), the two remaining gates to the city, once part of the formidable wall that protected the city.