Ciutat Vella Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Valencia City Centre showing a garden, bird life and a city
Valencia City Centre showing heritage architecture and a city
Valencia City Centre featuring art, a statue or sculpture and outdoor art
Photo provided by National Tourist Office of Spain
Photo provided by National Tourist Office of Spain
Photo provided by National Tourist Office of Spain
Photo provided by National Tourist Office of Spain

Popular places to visit

Estación del Norte

Estación del Norte

You can learn about the history of Valencia with a trip to Estación del Norte. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.

Estación del Norte
Valencia Cathedral

Valencia Cathedral

4.5/5(19 reviews)

See the supposed Holy Grail, marvel at Renaissance frescoes and admire city views from a bell tower at one of Valencia’s most iconic landmarks.

Valencia Cathedral
Central Market which includes heritage architecture, a city and street scenes

Central Market

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Try some of Valencia’s great local produce, including fruits, cheese, meats and offal, all found under this historic market roof.

Central Market
Plaza del Ayuntamiento

Plaza del Ayuntamiento

4/5(11 reviews)

Visit stately historical buildings and learn about Valencia’s history and evolution when you spend time in this beautiful city center square.

Plaza del Ayuntamiento
Plaza de la Reina which includes heritage architecture, a square or plaza and château or palace

Plaza de la Reina

4.5/5(28 reviews)

Delight in the mixed architecture and the local drinks you’ll find in this Old Town plaza at the centre of Valencia.

Plaza de la Reina
Plaza de Toros de Valencia

Plaza de Toros de Valencia

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Catch an event at Plaza de Toros de Valencia during your trip to Valencia. Amble around this culturally rich area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.

Plaza de Toros de Valencia

Activities

Sailing through the magical caves of San José

San Jose Caves Guided Tour from Valencia

NZ$118
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Jose Caves Guided Tour from Valencia
From Valencia: Peniscola Day Trip & Game of Thrones

From Valencia: Peniscola Day tour, Game of Thrones

NZ$118
per adult
From Valencia: Peniscola Day tour, Game of Thrones
Valencia: Flamenco Show with Dinner at La Bulería

Valencia: Flamenco Show with Dinner at La Bulería

NZ$196
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Valencia: Flamenco Show with Dinner at La Bulería
From Valencia: Montanejos Guided Hike with Natural Pools

From Valencia: Montanejos Pools & Rafting, Kayak or Hike

NZ$77
per adult
From Valencia: Montanejos Pools & Rafting, Kayak or Hike
Valencia: Cathedral, St Nicholas, and Lonja de la Seda Tour

Valencia: Cathedral, St Nicholas, and Lonja de la Seda Tour

NZ$66
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Valencia: Cathedral, St Nicholas, and Lonja de la Seda Tour
Valencia by Tuk Tuk i: Private tour 1 or 2 hours explore the city

Valencia by Tuk Tuk i: Private tour 1 or 2 hours explore the city

NZ$60
per adult
Valencia by Tuk Tuk i: Private tour 1 or 2 hours explore the city
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Our pick of the best Ciutat Vella Hotel Deals

Only YOU Hotel Valencia

Only YOU Hotel Valencia

5 out of 5
PLAZA RODRIGO BOTET,5, Valencia, Valencian Community
The price is NZ$452 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$452
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (847 reviews)
"What an amazing hotel!!! Highly recommend!! If we ever visit Valencia, we'll definitely stay here again. The suite we stayed in was amazing!"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

Only YOU Hotel Valencia
Melia Plaza Valencia

Melia Plaza Valencia

4 out of 5
Placa De L Ajuntament, 4, Valencia, Valencian Community
The price is NZ$382 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$382
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (288 reviews)
"Excellent hotel in great location. Staff were friendly and helpful and rooms were good. Roof terrace was a lovely added extra."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Melia Plaza Valencia
Casual Vintage Valencia Hotel

Casual Vintage Valencia Hotel

2 out of 5
C/ Barcelonina 1, Valencia
The price is NZ$225 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$225
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The staff at the hotel were amazing. So friendly and welcoming. The hotel is within walking distance to everything, the sites, great restaurants, shopping, buses and the train station. We would definitely recommend staying here and will stay here again when we travel back to beautiful Valencia."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Casual Vintage Valencia Hotel
One Shot Reina Victoria

One Shot Reina Victoria

4 out of 5
Calle Barcas 4, Valencia, Valencia
The price is NZ$350 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$350
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"It was an excellent hotel, the staff was amazing, the room was very spacious, the breakfast was delicious. The best hotel in Valencia. Great location too!"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

One Shot Reina Victoria
Numa Valencia La Xerea

Numa Valencia La Xerea

4 out of 5
Carrer del Governador Vell 9, Valencia, Valencia
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$290 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
NZ$290
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Valencia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Malvarrosa Beach and Port ...
9/10 Wonderful! (81 reviews)
"Numa Valencia La Xerea was a unique experience. We weren’t sure what to expect with the contact-less check-in and communication process but it was super efficient. I would say that’s while we appreciate the eco friendly approach it would have been nice to have housekeeping at least everything other ..."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Numa Valencia La Xerea
Hotel Zenit Valencia

Hotel Zenit Valencia

4 out of 5
Bailen, 8, Valencia, Valencia
The price is NZ$253 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$253
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (996 reviews)
Great location
"Excellent location. Pet friendly rooms and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

Hotel Zenit Valencia
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Other neighbourhoods around Ciutat Vella

Valencia City Centre showing a city, heritage architecture and a square or plaza

Valencia City Centre

4.5/5(47 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Central Market to Silk Exchange – discover Valencia City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Valencia City Centre
Valencia City Centre showing a garden, bird life and a city

El Mercat

If you're spending some time in El Mercat, Central Market and Silk Exchange are top sights worth seeing.

El Mercat
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La Seu

If you're spending some time in La Seu, Plaza de la Virgen and Plaza de la Reina are top sights worth seeing.

La Seu
Valencia which includes land animals and zoo animals

Sant Francesc

While you're in Sant Francesc, take in top sights like Plaza del Ayuntamiento and jump on the metro at Colon Station to see more of the city.

Sant Francesc
Palacio del Marques de Dos Aguas featuring street scenes, a city and château or palace

La Xerea

If you're spending some time in La Xerea, Turia Gardens and San Juan del Hospital Church are top sights worth seeing.

La Xerea
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Eixample

If you're spending time in Eixample, you might enjoy attractions like Ruzafa Market and Colón Market. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Xativa Station to see more of the city.

Eixample

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