Visiting Valencia.

Valencia, Spain

Valencia, Spain is well-known for its Fallas Festival

Map of Valencia

What to do in Valencia?

Playa de Malvarossa

Take a drive to Playa de Malvarossa, the famous city beach in Valencia for a dip and sunbathe on its white sandy beach. Then head for the future with a visit to The City of Arts and Sciences. Designed by the famous Spanish architect, Santiago Calatrava, this impressive futuristic education complex also houses Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia which is one of the most prestigious opera halls in Europe.

Plaza de Ayuntamiento

Next, revisit the past at Plaza de Ayuntamiento which showcases stunning Valencian architecture that dates back to the 16th century. To understand Valencia's famous Fallas Festival, visit Museum of Las Fallas and check out the history and collection of ninots (figurines of a falla) from the last 80 years.

What to eat and where to stay in Valencia?
You have to try the Valencian cuisine such as paella, fideua and arroz al horno. One of the best places to go that's affordable is Santa Barbara Restaurant. As for accomodation, you can get a decent comfortable budget stay at Home Backers hostel.

How to get to Valencia?
Fly directly to Valencia with Lufthansa.