Located about 13 miles south of Valencia, visit the natural lagoon of Albufera — a must for nature lovers! The excursion begins near Serranos Towers. Here you'll meet your guide, who lead will you to Albufera National Park, surrounded by wetlands and home to about 250 different bird species. Leave the old city of Valencia and descend into the Turia Gardens, where the river used to flow toward the City of Arts and Sciences. Ride a bike through the park, cross a bridge and keep going until you end up in the little town of El Palmar. Take a relaxing boat trip from here to explore the lagoon. Finish the tour with paella, a Valencian specialty.