Things to do in Valencia for self travelers

Dive into the soul of Valencia with a ticket included for a tour around the storied Mestalla Stadium. This audio adventure will suit anyone keen on unraveling the rich tapestry of history, culture, and architectural grandeur that define Valencia. From football enthusiasts to lovers of gothic opulence, there's a discovery awaiting every curious traveler on this path through time. The journey commences at Mestalla Stadium and concludes at the Serranos Towers. Along the way, traverse the heart of the city, passing by monumental marvels such as the Central Market, the Silk Exchange's gothic splendor and National Palace of ceramic. Each landmark with its own story will pave the route. Travelers will carry with them the echoes of history and the visual feast of Valencia long after the tour. It's worth noting that while this journey includes external explorations of these cherished sites, an audio tour inside the iconic Mestalla Stadium is not part of the experience.

The Hortensia Herrero Art Centre, in the old Valeriola Palace, captures the history of the city from Roman to Christian times. It's a unique place in Valencia to explore the past. With a general entry, you can view the Hortensia Herrero Collection, tour the building, and learn its history at your own pace.

Armies of ants, indoor electrical storms, dinosaurs and more await at the Science Museum Valencia, located in the city's famous City of Arts and Sciences. Pull on a lab coat, coin a catchphrase, and get ready for a futuristic adventure of mad science (and serious fun) in sunny Valencia. Fast forward time and skip the line with this nifty smartphone ticket.

Welcome to sunny Valencia, a treasure trove of history, art and modern architectural wonders! Your audio journey starts from the most impressive Valencian square - Plaza de Ayuntamiento. Then, through the streets teeming with life, you will walk to the Plaza del Mercado. There are two magnificent buildings, which are protected as a UNESCO World Heritage site, on the square. On the way to the heart of old town Valencia - Cathedral de Valencia - you will visit the wonderful Santa Catalina Church with its beautiful and elegantly ornamental and fluid baroque bell tower. You will find out which treasures are inside the Cathedral de Valencia and learn about the Chalice of the Holy Grail. Аt the end of the route, you may choose to visit the Museum of Fine Arts and stroll to a place important for Spanish culture - the bullfighting ring.

See jaw-dropping IMAX films on a 900m2 dome screen at Hemisfèric, Spain's largest theater hall. Located in the City of Arts and Sciences ("Ciudad de las artes y las ciencias") complex, you'll also get starry-eyed in the enormous domed planetarium and much more besides! Skip the line and jump right into the AV adventure.

At BIOPARC Valencia, see African landscapes and wildlife, featuring the savannah, wetlands, equatorial forest, and Madagascar. Visit Spain's recreation of Kitum Cave and see animals like lions, giraffes, rhinos, elephants, and chimpanzees. The zoo offers a detailed representation of African ecosystems, suitable for all ages, with opportunities to explore the savannah. Follow trails to spot hippos, crocodiles, and colorful fish in their habitats. See antelope, giraffes, and rhinos, watch lions, explore burrows housing anteaters, hyenas, and warthogs, and venture into forests with gorillas and leopards.

Dolphins and deep space – together at last! Skip the line at two of Valencia's top attractions, and enjoy a cerebral journey of science and animal magic. Wet your appetite with a visit to one of Europe's largest aquariums, then swap your snorkel for a lab coat and send your sense of wonder into orbit at the incredible Science Museum.

See the world through the eyes of sea creatures who call Spain's biggest aquarium home, and explore complex marine ecosystems housed behind glass at the Oceanogràfic of Valencia. Get to the dolphins, crocodiles, penguins, and sharks even faster when you book online.

If you're in Valencia, the City of Arts and Sciences is a must-see. Designed by Valencian architect Santiago Calatrava, there's even more wonder inside these attractions than their fantastical exteriors suggest.

Belugas, dolphins, sharks and penguins are waiting to reveal the secrets of the sea at Oceanogràfic, the largest marine park in Spain. Travel through the most important marine ecosystems on Earth, from the Arctic to the Canary Islands, and feel the presence of the sharks swimming around you as you journey through the longest underwater tunnel in Europe! There's plenty of other amazing aquatic life to discover in the outdoor freshwater lake, from flamingos to frogs, and live bottlenose dolphin shows in four different pools. In the spectacular Hemisfèric building, you'll realize what a cinematic experience should be about! Experience the IMAX in 3D with your choice of screening, inside the famous City of Arts and Sciences. The building itself is quite an impressive local landmark; it's built in the shape of an eye, and reflected in a 24,000-square-meter lake.