Valencia Private Guided Walking Tour
ID: GYG564098-965817
Category:
Country: Spain
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Explore Valencia's historic landmarks, modern architecture by Calatrava, and Central Market's local delights. Immerse in 2,000 years of captivating history.
The port city of Valencia boasts an impressive mixture of ancient and futuristic architecture, influenced by Christian and Arabic cultural backgrounds. Gaze upon the many styles of the facades of administrative, commercial, and religious structures. Visit the beautiful modernist train station Estación del Norte built in 1917, the Plaza Ayuntamiento and the historic Post office. Discover the Plaza Redonda, the Plaza de la Reina, and get a view of the Cathedral and the Basilica. Cross the former 14th-century city gates of Torres de Serranos. Be amazed by the astonishing architecture of the Valencian star architect Santiago Calatrava, and visit the Lonja, a silk-exchange fair from the 15th century, a UNESCO monument. Enjoy the aromas of the Central Market, and all the local produce, like different types of cheese, turrón sweets and olive oils. Come for a journey through 2 thousand years of history, and be sure to end feeling a Valencian yourselves.
Highlights
- Unearth Valencia's Roman and Visigothic legacy.
- Experience the Muslim influence during Balansiya.
- Witness Christian Reconquest and Aragon's reign.
- Explore Valencia's Golden Age and Spanish Empire rise.
- Navigate through the complex history of wars and revolutions.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Estación del Norte, Carrer de Sant Vicent Màrtir, 176, 46007 València, Valencia, Spain
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
