Ciutat Vella Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Aerial overview of the old city (Ciutat Vella) of Valencia, Spain
Aerial overview of the old city (Ciutat Vella) of Valencia, Spain
Convent de Sant Domenec
Las Fallas, Valencia Spain Spring Festival, the building and burning of the Falla 15th to 19th March. Europe's largest and longest street party, an exuberant, anarchic, round the clock swirl of fireworks, music, explosions and fire that brings an estimated two million visitors to the city. The more than 350 fallas are giant sculptures of papier maché and wood. They satirise celebrities and politicians and local customs. The cremà after midnight on 19th March is when every falla goes up in flames except for one small ninot.
Vue sur la Cathédrale Saint-Apollinaire depuis la Plaza de la Virgen

Popular places to visit

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

Central Market

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Find a wide selection of regional fruits, vegetables, cheese, seafood and cured meats at this traditional 20th-century food market, one of the oldest in Europe.

Central Market
Plaza del Ayuntamiento which includes heritage elements

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
Valencia Cathedral featuring a square or plaza and heritage architecture

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
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)

This lively Valencia Old Town square contains a mix of centuries-old architectural styles, outdoor dining and seasonal craft markets.

Plaza de la Reina
Valencia - The panorama of historic University builiding with the square at dusk.

University of Valencia

4/5(1 review)

Explore the campus of University of Valencia during your travels in Valencia. Amble around this culturally rich area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.

University of Valencia
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Valencia Town Hall

After visiting Valencia Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Valencia. Amble around this culturally rich area's beautiful beaches or experience its fascinating museums.

Valencia Town Hall

Activities

Valencia: 24 or 48-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket

Valencia: 24 or 48-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket

AU$44
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Valencia: 24 or 48-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket
Sailing through the magical caves of San José

San Jose Caves Guided Tour from Valencia

AU$118
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Jose Caves Guided Tour from Valencia
Intimate Candlelit Dining in 11th Century Historic Monument

Valencia Old Town Tour with Wine & Tapas in 11th Century Historic Monument

AU$136
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Valencia Old Town Tour with Wine & Tapas in 11th Century Historic Monument
Picture 4 for Activity Valencia: Catamaran Cruise with Sunset Option

Valencia: Sailing Catamaran Cruise with Sunset Option and DJ

AU$26
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Valencia: Sailing Catamaran Cruise with Sunset Option and DJ
Valencia's Historic Centre

From Albir, Altea, Benidorm & Calpe: Valencia City Excursion

AU$66
per adult
From Albir, Altea, Benidorm & Calpe: Valencia City Excursion
Albufera of Valencia: Guided boat ride around the Albufera

Albufera Valencia: Guided electric boat ride, also at sunset

AU$12
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Albufera Valencia: Guided electric boat ride, also at sunset
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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 AU$299 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$299
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
Room was beautiful and spacious. Staff was great

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Only YOU Hotel Valencia
Voghe Premium Flats

Voghe Premium Flats

4 out of 5
Carrer de la Mare de Déu de Gràcia 8 Valencia Comunidad Valenciana
Stay at this aparthotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Plaza del Ayuntamiento and Central Market ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (623 reviews)
Excellent just noise late night from neibor

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

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ESTIMAR Valencia

ESTIMAR Valencia

4 out of 5
Carrer del Pintor Sorolla 17 Valencia
The price is AU$289 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$289
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Plaza del Ayuntamiento and Central ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (249 reviews)
There is nothing that I can complain of. The location, location the staff, the service — everything was too notch!

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

ESTIMAR Valencia
Casual Vintage Valencia Hotel

Casual Vintage Valencia Hotel

2 out of 5
C/ Barcelonina 1 Valencia
The price is AU$194 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$194
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
The location and all the above

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Casual Vintage Valencia Hotel
SH Colon Valencia Hotel

SH Colon Valencia Hotel

4 out of 5
Carrer de Colón 6 Valencia
The price is AU$207 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$207
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
SH Colon Valencia Hotel
Hotel Conqueridor

Hotel Conqueridor

4 out of 5
Calle de Cervantes, 7-9 Valencia Valencia
The price is AU$168 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$168
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Nice old vintage feel and comfortable room

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

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Other neighbourhoods around Ciutat Vella

The primitive church of Sant Joan Mercat was erected in the suburb of the city known as the Boatella. From its old Gothic structure there is still the nave and the large blind oculus, known as "La O de Sant Joan", which was conceived as a large rosette on the façade of the feet. In 1592 the church suffered a spectacular fire that forced an almost total reconstruction throughout the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. It stands out for the infrequent the wide façade of the Market, conceived as a grandiose stone altarpiece on a terrace that dominates the square in front of the Lonja, forming a unique urban set. It is presided by the sculpture of the Virgin of the Rosary, work in stucco by Jacopo Bertesi, and on it stands the clock tower, flanked by the two Santos Juanes and crowned by the famous "Pardal de Sant Joan", the weather vane to which -according to tradition- was made to look at the children when their humble parents abandoned them in the square. In the lower part of the terrace there are "les covetes de Sant Joan", semi-basements in which once were junkyards and old shops, part of the living history of Valencia. The interior of the temple is an overflowing Baroque imagination, with statues of Bertesi representing characters of the Twelve Tribes of Israel, and especially the set of frescoes that Antonio Palomino executed in the vault.

El Mercat

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

El Mercat
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
Vue sur la Cathédrale Saint-Apollinaire depuis la Plaza de la Virgen

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
Placa de la Reina

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
The exterior of the Ceramic Museum in Seville is gorgeous.

La Xerea

If you're spending some time in La Xerea, Puerta del Mar and Turia Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

La Xerea
Plaza de Toros bullring in Valencia, Spain; Shutterstock ID 474242068

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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