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Valencia: Cathedral, St Nicholas, and Lonja de la Seda Tour

1. Valencia: Cathedral, St Nicholas, and Lonja de la Seda Tour

Immerse yourself in the charming historic district of Valencia and take an informative stroll through its picturesque narrow roads. Come across impressive local landmarks on a walking tour of the area. Step into the Cathedral, the Church of Saint Nicholas, and the Lonja de la Seda. Meet your guide at the imposing Torres de Serranos, then dive deep into the bustling city center. Discover the ancient walls surrounding the district and walk into the Church of Saint Nicholas. Admire its stunning interior, covered in 2,000 square meters of Baroque frescoes, painted by Dionís Vidal. Continue on to the Lonja de la Seda, a spectacular UNESCO World Heritage site. Take in its Gothic architecture, tall and sturdy columns, and geometric roof. Gaze at the busy Central Market just across the road and head toward the Plaza de la Reina. Enter the Metropolitan Cathedral of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, said to hold the Holy Grail in its interior. Discover the Roman ruins of the Almoina, the most relevant archaeological remains in Valencia. Finally, in the Plaza de la Virgen, learn the secrets of the Basilica of the Virgin Mary of the Forsaken. End your journey in this very area.

Valencia: Private Half-Day Tour by Car

2. Valencia: Private Half-Day Tour by Car

Discover every corner of the Valencian capital and live an unforgettable private experience. You will get to know both the historical and most modern areas with the convenience of a luxury vehicle with chauffeur at your disposal, and the company of a private guide who will give you the most relevant information about each point of interest you visit. You will explore the architectural heritage of Valencia, where you will appreciate the ancient remains left by the Roman Empire. Also, you will discover the contemporary works and the most striking buildings of the city that is known as the cradle of the Spanish paella. You can arrange with the guide the meeting point in a central point of the city, so that you will be as comfortable as possible during the whole excursion. Points of interest Plaza de la Virgen According to historians, this is where the construction of the city began. Around it are located some of the most iconic buildings of the city, such as the Cathedral of Valencia, the Palace of the Generalitat and the Church of the Virgen de los Desamparados. In this square is celebrated a millenary tradition: the Tribunal of the waters. In addition, every year the Plaza de la Virgen is the site of the well-known festival of Las Fallas, which has been recognized by UNESCO as a Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The Church of St. Nicholas of Bari The most striking feature of this church are the frescoes that adorn its ceilings, which were painted by the Valencia-born baroque artist Dionís Vidal. The building has a strong gothic influence that blends very well with baroque art. Its construction began by the Romans, but the various conquests throughout history gave it many Muslim and Catholic features. You will be able to admire this imposing construction up close. The Cathedral of Valencia A must on this tour. You will get to the site of the "Holy Chalice" and you will also discover the "Miguelete" bell tower. It houses a large collection of pieces of art and various historical Christian treasures worth admiring. The City of Arts and Sciences Designed by the architect Santiago Calatrava, it is a complex of buildings that make up an architectural work of great value and is an unmistakable icon of the capital. You will arrive in a taxi (included in the price). In its incredible facade where you will find the buildings of the Oceanogràfic, the Museu de les Ciències, Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía, or the Hemisfèric. In addition to all this, your official guide will be available to take you to other points of interest, such as: ● Malvarrosa beach ● Valencia’s harbor ● Serranos Towers ● La Lonja de la Seda (Silk Exchange) ● Santa Catalina ● The Central Market of Valencia ● Caballeros Street ● Town Hall Square ● The Plaza Redonda and many more points. It will be 4 intense hours of great excitement for the history and incredible places of Valencia. Everything is designed to make sure you don't miss any iconic site in Valencia.

Valencia: Private 4-Hour Walking Tour of the Old Town

3. Valencia: Private 4-Hour Walking Tour of the Old Town

Valencia’s old town is ideal to explore on foot. This walking tour takes you on a discovery of the traces of the city’s 2000 years of history in the district of El Carmen. See the cathedral, Plaza de la Virgen, the Silk Exchange (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), Mercado Central, and the Town Hall Square – just a few examples of the impressive sights in the city center. The tour can be adapted to your wishes and interests. Decide for yourself whether you want to visit Plaza de la Virgen or Plaza Redonda, the beautiful cathedral, the Torres de Serranos, and many more sights during the 4-hour tour. Along the way you will be given suggestions and ideas for your stay in Valencia. For example, you can make the most of the opportunity to enjoy a gourmet tasting session in the central market or sample traditional Valencian Horchata de Chufa (a cold drink made from nuts) in the Silk Exchange. Possible starting points for the tour are: - Parque Glorieta/Palau de la Justicia - Palacio del Marques de dos Aguas - Banco de Valencia - Town Hall Square - Mercado Central - The Silk Exchange - Plaza Redonda - Plaza de la Reina - Cathedral - Plaza de la Virgen - Palau de la Generalitat - Torres de Serranos

Valencia: Private 4-Hour Walking Tour and Valencia Cathedral

4. Valencia: Private 4-Hour Walking Tour and Valencia Cathedral

Explore the architectural heritage of Valencia, from the ancient remains of the Roman Empire to the most striking contemporary buildings of the city on this guided walking tour. Have the chance to see the Serranos Towers, the lively Caballeros Street, and other landmarks around the city. Next, visit an unmistakable icon of the capital, The City of Arts and Sciences, a complex of buildings designed by the architect Santiago Calatrava. Walk through its incredible facade where you will find the buildings of the Oceanogràfic, the Museu de les Ciències, Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía, and the Hemisfèric. Continue by strolling around the Plaza de la Virgen, where the city was first constructed and home to the UNESCO festival of Las Fallas. Stop by the Central Market of Valencia and browse over 1000 stalls of fresh fruit and vegetables, meats, cheeses, spices, and seafood. From here, visit the Cathedral of Valencia featuring the "El Miguelete" bell tower. See the intricate Holy Chalice inside the Cathedral, one of the most important pieces of art from the first Spanish Renaissance. Admire the large collection of art and various religious treasures here. Finally, uncover the secrets of the frescoes that adorn the ceilings of the Church of St. Nicholas of Bari, which were painted by the Valencia-born baroque artist Dionís Vidal. See the strong gothic influence that blends effortlessly with the baroque art.

Valencia: History Walking Tour in the El Carmen District

5. Valencia: History Walking Tour in the El Carmen District

Trace the history of Valencia on this private, guided walking tour in the historic El Carmen district. Discover hidden gems and city secrets that only locals are aware of. Pass by sights like statue-studded Court of the Waters of Valencia and the space where the Fallas festival is held.  Meet your guide in the Plaza de la Virgen and be transported back in time as you guide explains how the city has changed over the past 2,000 years. Begin your journey in Plaza de la Virgen, admiring Valencia's Cathedral and the Basilica of the Virgen de los Desamparados.  Explore the Old Town's atmospheric streets and walk by the City Hall and Central Market. Take in prominent structures, including the lavishly decorated Silk Exchange and the 14th-century Serranos Gate which was once part of the ancient city wall.  See the Tower of San Bartolomé, the Generalitat Palace, the old bullfighting ring, and the magnificent Plaza Redonda. Learn about the Metropolitan Cathedral, which was built in the 13th century and used as a mosque under the reign of the Moors. Return to the Plaza de la Virgen at the end of your tour. 

Valencia: Private and Guided City Walking Tour

6. Valencia: Private and Guided City Walking Tour

Discover every corner of the Valencian capital and live an unforgettable private experience. Get to know the historical center of the city from a different perspective, accompanied by a private guide. Visit Plaza de la Virgen, Cathedral of Valencia, Town Hall Square, and more. Explore the architectural heritage of Valencia and see for yourself the ancient remains left by the Roman Empire. Discover contemporary works and the most striking buildings of the city, known as the cradle of the Spanish paella. Completely customize the meeting point inside the center of the city, and make the tour everything you want it to be. Admire the Plaza de la Virgen, which is said to be the site of the original city construction. Visit iconic buildings such as the Cathedral of Valencia, the Palace of Generalitat, and the Church of the Virgen de los Desamparados. Learn about the celebrated traditions of the Tribunal of the waters and festival of Las Fallas, recognized by UNESCO as a Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Within the church of St. Nicholas of Bari, view the striking frescoes that adorn its ceilings that were painted by the Valencia-born baroque artist Dionis Vidal. Appreciate the blend of strong gothic influences and baroque art. Other incredible points of interest on the tour include Serranos Towers, La Lonja de la Seda, Santa Catalina, The Central Market of Valencia, Caballeros Street, Town Hall Square, the Plaza Redonda, and many more.

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What people are saying about Valencia Cathedral

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4.9 / 5

based on 274 reviews

It was a very interesting tour made most enjoyable with fun facts and great historical explanations by Gabi. She was a mine of entertaining facts and is a great guide. Highly recommended.

We had an excellent tour today with John. We really enjoyed our time with John, he was so knowledgeable and personable and fit the tour to our needs. We can’t wait to return to Valencia!

Our guide David was excellent! He showed us all the important sights and had lots of stories to tell. We had a great time and I can really recommend this Segway tour with David.

Very competent and motivated guide who answered all questions - and was always "on the air" despite over 40 degrees!

I can only recommend top

Very professional, just great. Thank you Stephanie for your empathetic guidance. The Tyrolean with a handicap