Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències
Popular places to visit
City of Arts and Sciences
Experience 3-D movies, opera performances, science exhibits and an aquarium brimming with animals at this diverse arts and sciences complex.
Oceanogràfic Aquarium
Explore this spectacular indoor-outdoor aquarium, home to innovative exhibits and more than 500 different marine species.
Prince Felipe Museum of Sciences
Learn about the mysterious human genome and about cutting-edge space research at this interactive science museum.
Queen Sofia Palace of the Arts
Watch time-honored classics and modern renditions at this futuristic opera house, which hosts ballet, opera and symphony performances in a contemporary setting.
Hemisferic
Enjoy a performance at Hemisferic, a popular theatre in Valencia. Wander through the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in this culturally rich area.
Fallas Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Fallas Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Valencia. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Valencia: 24 or 48-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket
San Jose Caves Guided Tour from Valencia
Valencia Old Town Tour with Wine & Tapas in 11th Century Historic Monument
Valencia: Sailing Catamaran Cruise with Sunset Option and DJ
From Albir, Benidorm & Calpe: Valencia City day trip
Albufera Valencia: Guided electric boat ride, also at sunset
Our pick of the best Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències Hotel Deals
NH Valencia Las Artes
The room was nice, staff was helpful, and bed was comfy. But, our room’s air conditioning didn’t work at all and we were BAKING all night both nights to the point we had to open a window!
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Valenciaflats Ciudad de las Ciencias
Convenient location, apartment style suites and extremely personable and helpful staff makes ValenciaFlats an anmazing option for families looking to explore and enjoy everything Valencia has to offer. Javier, the overnight concierge, was amazing and we're so thankful for his friendliness and recommendations. ...
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
NH Valencia Las Ciencias Hotel
Yes ok
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Rooms Ciencias
Staff was friendly and accommodating and the room met all our needs. The restaurant downstairs (ELBAR) was very good. Over the course of our one week stay, we experienced breakfast, lunch and dinner and all were excellent. The location of the hotel was also perfect and met our needs. The only negative ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Hotel Arena Select
Amazing! What a find. The staff were delightful and the room was fantastic. Very chic and felt 4 star. We had a front facing room so you could hear traffic but it wasnt disruptive at all. We will definitely be back.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hotel Primus Valencia
Good size clean room, very close to shopping centre and amenities far from old town - (about 40 min walk). Safe area to hang late at night streets are wide and safe full of restaurants and coffee shops. Location wise is across stop 6 on Hop on Hop off sightseeing bus
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències
Quatre Carreres
Quatre Carreres is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hemisferic and Queen Sofia Palace of the Arts.
Penya-roja
While visiting Penya-roja, you might make a stop by sights like Aqua Shopping Center and Turia Gardens.
Camins al Grau
Known for its pristine beaches and ample dining options, there's plenty to explore in Camins al Grau. You can visit top attractions like Aqua Shopping Center and Turia Gardens, and jump on the metro at Ayora Station or Maritim-Serreria Station to see more of the city.
La Gran Via
While La Gran Via may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like City of Arts and Sciences and Colón Market.
Ruzafa
Ruzafa is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ruzafa Market and Color Elefante.
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.
