Valencia Travel Guide
Famous for fiestas and being the birthplace of paella, Valencia is one of Spain’s most underrated cities, as well as being capital of the Valencian region on the country’s east coast. Aside from its historic status as a port city and cultural importance in the mythology of the Valencian Nation (as locals see themselves), Valencia has everything you could want in a modern city break and more, with a plethora of cool bars, interesting museums, and some of the best cuisine in Europe.
The city is also famous for the stream of festivals that liven up the streets throughout Spring and Summer, with the historic and unique Las Fallas a particular highlight. Even if you go during a regular week, you’re likely to see some incredible art and culture, especially at the world-renowned Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències, (City of Arts and Sciences), a cultural and educational complex that was designed by two Spanish architects widely regarded as some of the best in the world. With so much to do and see, no matter what you’re looking for on your city break, you’ll find it Valencia.
Valencia Travel Guide
Famous for fiestas and being the birthplace of paella, Valencia is one of Spain’s most underrated cities, as well as being capital of the Valencian region on the country’s east coast. Aside from its historic status as a port city and cultural importance in the mythology of the Valencian Nation (as locals see themselves), Valencia has everything you could want in a modern city break and more, with a plethora of cool bars, interesting museums, and some of the best cuisine in Europe.
The city is also famous for the stream of festivals that liven up the streets throughout Spring and Summer, with the historic and unique Las Fallas a particular highlight. Even if you go during a regular week, you’re likely to see some incredible art and culture, especially at the world-renowned Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències, (City of Arts and Sciences), a cultural and educational complex that was designed by two Spanish architects widely regarded as some of the best in the world. With so much to do and see, no matter what you’re looking for on your city break, you’ll find it Valencia.
Soundtrack of the city
Ports, paella, and pints
3 course meal for 2: £33.97
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A regular cappuccino: £1.54
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A medium beer: £1.74
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One-way (Local Transport): £1.31
Ports, paella, and pints
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3 course meal for 2: £33.97
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A regular cappuccino: £1.54
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A medium beer: £1.74
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One-way (Local Transport):£1.31
Soundtrack of the city
Weather in Valencia
The weather in Valencia is generally warm and dry, with winters being quite mild. The only time it’s somewhat wet is as summer transitions into autumn, and even then the temperature remains quite high. The best time to go is in spring when the temperature is usually in the mid-twenties, as it rises to the thirties in the summer and can be quite draining to be out and around in, especially in the middle of the day.
Discover the real Valencia
Valencia is a bustling city, the fourth most populous in Spain, and has pretty much everything you’d expect from a settlement of its size. There are tonnes of authentic, interesting, and unique things to do in the city, and we at Orbzii want to make sure that’s what you spend your time doing – not just being led round the standard sights like everyone else.
Beaches, hiking, world-class museums, stunning firework displays, ancient ruins, modern architecture, gigantic papier-mâché structures being incinerated in the middle of a street: Valencia has it all. Lovers of culture and the finer things will find their place in the chic galleries and museums that dot the city, football fans can visit the Mestalla, and everybody can enjoy the long stretches of sand around the city.
Valencia is best known for being the birthplace of paella, but Valencian cuisine is so much more than rice and fish. Of course, seafood is a vital part of any Valencian diet, but like the rest of Spain they have plenty of great meat dishes, as well as a surprisingly large number of choices for vegans and vegetarians. The bar and pub scene in the city is second-to-none as well, with a selection of cool cocktail bars alongside traditional drinking holes where you’re likely to find locals propping up the bar. All you need to know is whether you want white or red sangria.
With so much going on in this lively city, it’s easy to get swept along by FOMO and end up somewhere that sounded more appealing than the reality. Luckily for you, we at Orbzii have scoured the city for the best restaurants, attractions, and things to do. Whether it’s where to get the best sangria or knowing the best time to head to Jardi del Turia to get the most sun, we’re here to help.
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Beaches, hiking, world-class museums, stunning firework displays, ancient ruins, modern architecture, gigantic papier-mâché structures being incinerated in the middle of a street: Valencia has it all. Lovers of culture and the finer things will find their place in the chic galleries and museums that dot the city, football fans can visit the Mestalla, and everybody can enjoy the long stretches of sand around the city.
- Food & Drink
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Valencia is best known for being the birthplace of paella, but Valencian cuisine is so much more than rice and fish. Of course, seafood is a vital part of any Valencian diet, but like the rest of Spain they have plenty of great meat dishes, as well as a surprisingly large number of choices for vegans and vegetarians. The bar and pub scene in the city is second-to-none as well, with a selection of cool cocktail bars alongside traditional drinking holes where you’re likely to find locals propping up the bar. All you need to know is whether you want white or red sangria.
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With so much going on in this lively city, it’s easy to get swept along by FOMO and end up somewhere that sounded more appealing than the reality. Luckily for you, we at Orbzii have scoured the city for the best restaurants, attractions, and things to do. Whether it’s where to get the best sangria or knowing the best time to head to Jardi del Turia to get the most sun, we’re here to help.
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Portugal’s merits stretch far beyond the end of your sun lounger. Dramatic clifftops, medieval streets, castle turrets and snippets leftover from just about every ancient civilisation are yours to lose yourself in. Ramp up the adrenaline a notch or two and Portugal’s coast comes into play with water sports to suit every ability. From the new found Iberian flavours on your plate to dancing in the festival strewn streets. Adventures are all around.
