Ciutat Vella

Valencia

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
Fontaine dans l'une des artères de la ville moderne

Popular places to visit

Valencia Cathedral featuring a square or plaza and heritage architecture

Valencia Cathedral

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 showing street scenes, a city and heritage architecture

Central Market

Shop for local fruits, vegetables, cheeses and cured meats, and watch local market traders at work in one of Europe’s oldest food markets.

Central Market
Plaza del Ayuntamiento which includes heritage elements

Plaza del Ayuntamiento

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 featuring a square or plaza, a castle and heritage architecture

Plaza de la Reina

This busy square marks the center of Valencia’s Old Town. Come here to admire grand architecture, visit a centuries-old café and shop at handicraft markets.

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

University of Valencia

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
Plaza de la Virgen which includes heritage architecture, a square or plaza and a church or cathedral

Plaza de la Virgen

This lively Old Town square is a great place for people-watching and taking photos of some of Valencia’s most emblematic buildings.

Plaza de la Virgen

Things to do

San Jose Caves Guided Tour from Valencia

San Jose Caves Guided Tour from Valencia

P4,694
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Jose Caves Guided Tour from Valencia
Valencia Old Town Tour with Wine & Tapas in 11th Century Historic Monument

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

P5,443
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Valencia Old Town Tour with Wine & Tapas in 11th Century Historic Monument
From Valencia: Hot Springs + Waterfalls + Surprise Stop

From Valencia: Hot Springs + Waterfalls + Surprise Stop

P2,939
per adult
From Valencia: Hot Springs + Waterfalls + Surprise Stop
Valencia: Oceanogràfic Entry Ticket

Valencia: Oceanogràfic Entry Ticket

P2,684
per adult
Valencia: Oceanogràfic Entry Ticket
From Albir, Benidorm & Calpe: Valencia City day trip

From Albir, Benidorm & Calpe: Valencia City day trip

P2,653
per adult
From Albir, Benidorm & Calpe: Valencia City day trip
Valencia: 2-Hour Private Boat Cruise

Valencia: 2-Hour Private Boat Cruise

P2,041
per traveler
Valencia: 2-Hour Private Boat Cruise
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Top hotels in Ciutat Vella

Only YOU Hotel Valencia

Only YOU Hotel Valencia

5 out of 5
PLAZA RODRIGO BOTET,5 Valencia Valencian Community
The price is P13,924 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
P13,924
P15,316 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
Amazing

Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026

Only YOU Hotel Valencia
Hotel San Lorenzo Catedral

Hotel San Lorenzo Catedral

3 out of 5
Carrer de la Puríssima 14 València Valencia
The price is P6,835 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
P6,835
P7,519 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Malvarrosa Beach and Central Market are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Excellent location yet quiet even during las fallas.

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Hotel San Lorenzo Catedral
SH Colon Valencia Hotel

SH Colon Valencia Hotel

4 out of 5
Carrer de Colón 6 Valencia
The price is P8,228 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
P8,228
P9,051 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (434 reviews)
Staff was excellent very helpful with giving us restaurants and locations to tour.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

SH Colon Valencia Hotel
Casual Vintage Valencia Hotel

Casual Vintage Valencia Hotel

2 out of 5
C/ Barcelonina 1 Valencia
The price is P8,354 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
P8,354
P9,190 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
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! (1,000 reviews)
Location is nice. Thats the only good thing about the place.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Casual Vintage Valencia Hotel
Axel Hotel Valencia – Adults Only

Axel Hotel Valencia – Adults Only

4 out of 5
Calle de Roteros 25 Valencia
The price is P8,554 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
P8,554
P9,409 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Malvarrosa Beach and Central Market are located ...
Axel Hotel Valencia – Adults Only
The Valentia Corretgería

The Valentia Corretgería

4 out of 5
Calle Corretgería 28 Valencia
The price is P11,993 per night from Mar 30 to Mar 31
P11,993
P13,192 total
Mar 30 - Mar 31
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (496 reviews)
Beautiful rooms

Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

The Valentia Corretgería
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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

While visiting El Mercat, you might make a stop by sights like Central Market and Silk Exchange.

El Mercat
Valencia City Centre showing a city, chateau or palace and heritage architecture

Valencia City Centre

Valencia City Centre is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Central Market and Silk Exchange. See more of Valencia by jumping on the metro at Angel Guimera Station or Xativa Station.

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

While visiting La Seu, you might make a stop by sights like Plaza de la Virgen and Plaza de Manises.

La Seu
The exterior of the Ceramic Museum in Seville is gorgeous.

La Xerea

While visiting La Xerea, you might make a stop by sights like Puerta del Mar and Turia Gardens.

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

Eixample

Visitors often come to Eixample for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Ruzafa Market and Colón Market. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Xativa Station.

Eixample

Ciutat Vella

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