Valencia: Oceanogràfic Entrance Ticket
Duration: 4 hours
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Valencia: Hemisferic, Science Museum & Oceanografic Pass
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The 7 best things to do in Valencia
When Madrid and Barcelona jostle for the limelight, Valencia doesn't seem to mind. It, too, has superb cultural attractions and neighborhoods to soak up the local vibe. To top it all off, it's got las Fallas, a pyrotechnic extravaganza unlike any other.
City of Arts and Sciences
Designed by Santiago Calatrava, the vast cultural center, including a promenade of art and greenery, comprises five shell-like structures that reflect the influence of the sea.
L'Oceanogràfic
Europe's largest aquarium hosts a dolphinarium and exhibits the world's main ecosystems. For a unique, culinary experience, dine among the fishes at the underwater restaurant.
Bioparc Valencia
The park boasts three African habitats, in which animals coexist as they would in their natural environment. The design also enhances the effect of viewing the animals up close.
La Llotja de la Seda
The former Silk Exchange from the 16th century reflects the city's mercantile prosperity, with the grand Contract Hall as the center of the merchants' wheeling and dealing.
Valencia Cathedral
Many believe, and some question, that the cathedral houses the Holy Chalice from the Last Supper. The polished Grail dates to around the first century AD.
Central Market
The famed El Mercat has been a mecca for foodies since its inauguration in 1928, offering a bounty of local produce and regional specialities at hundreds of different stands.
Torres de Serranos
The imposing, Gothic towers from 1391 once marked the main entrance into the former walled city.They served not only as a prison, but also a ceremonial entrance in their day.
Planning Your Valencia Visit
How many days to spend in Valencia?
Allow yourself a minimum of four full days to take in the sights at a leisurely pace, setting aside one for the City of Arts and Sciences and one for the Bioparc. If you're looking for sun, sea, and sand, add another day or even two for Valencia's great beaches. If you arrive during las Fallas in mid-March, you may want to tack on an extra day to experience it.
Getting around
It's easy to get around Valencia by bus, tram and subway. The purchase of the Valencia Tourist Card (VLC) includes free public transportation and admission to public museums and monuments. The city is also bike-friendly, providing plenty of enjoyable places to ride, such as through the 5-mile Turia Park. It stretches from the area near the Bioparc Valencia to the City of Arts and Sciences.
Where to stay in Valencia
Valencia's Old Town (Ciutat Vella) is a popular and central area to be. Russafa is a nice alternative and located in the adjacent district of Eixample. For beach-goers, who'd rather stay closer to the sea, La Malva-Rosa is a nice option, approximately 30 minutes away by metro to the city center (e.g. Colón metro station).
Tickets for the City of Arts and Sciences
You can either purchase tickets for the one place you'd like to visit (Hemisfèric 8€, Oceanogràfic 27.90€, Science Museum 8€), or mix and match with a packaged price. You can book all three for 32€, which includes a 10% discount when booking online. When selecting the Hemisfèric, you'll need to choose one IMAX film session you'd like to watch. You can buy all tickets online for a specific date.
Good to know
- LanguageSpanish
- CurrencyEuro (€)
- Time ZoneUTC (+01:00)
- Country Code+34
- Best time to visitThere is no bad time to visit this city, which never gets too cold. In the summer, though, there are more crowds, while in the winter some attractions offer shortened opening hours. Late spring, before the summer crowds arrive, may be best.
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What people are saying about Valencia
Excellent personal tour, which I would highly recommend.
I enjoyed some very good tours in Madrid and Valencia, but this was to date the best after almost two weeks of traveling in Spain. The City of Arts & Sciences Tour with Rooftop Wine & Tapas was a great way to enjoy a complex worthy of being identified as one of the Great Wonders of the Modern World. The architecture, aesthetics, and engineering feats to make the design happen is a marvelous story in itself. Our guide, Nick Denton, was just the person to tell that story. He's very personable and passionate about what he does. Nick is very knowledgeable on many fronts, which made for an evening of fascinating conversation. The rooftop experience was a wonderful way to continue the evening after our walk, We took aerial photos of the complex, sunsets, and later night-time illumination shots. The tapas were excellently prepared by Andress, and he and Nick provided in-depth knowledge of the food preparations and wines of the evening--a Class Act from beginning to end.
Fabulous night of food and wine and stunning views
This tour starts with a personal pick up from your hotel. You then have a walking tour of the Arts and Science centre in Valencia. It is a beautiful complex and the information and amount of time spent at the site was perfect. You are then taken to the 33rd floor rooftop of a building overlooking the centre and the town of Valencia. The views from the rooftop are stunning and as you are there for the evening, you see the view in daylight, experience a sunset and then the lights of Valencia. The tour includes a 10 course tapas dinner paired with beautiful wines. Our guide Nick did an exceptional job of explaining the food and wine which has been paired with it. Food was delicious, wines exceptional. We had so much fun with a great group of people. Highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to see Valencia at its best while enjoying great food, wine and company. Of course at the end of the night you are driven back to your hotel or into the city if you want to continue partying.
Fabulous - English guided tour was just perfect
Super guide, bikes are good, easy and quick to get sorted, great location - highly recommend
A delightful experience, highly recemmend it !
This was an idyllic way to celebrate my birthday in Valencia. Our guide / host (Nick & Nacho) were warm, charming , knowledgeable & very accommodating. The gastronomic experience and roof top views sensational.
Calling the Bioparc a zoo is an understatement!
This is an amazing place, very tranquil and puts you right IN with the wildlife. The water treatments throughout are spectacular as is the entire venue. Highly recommended.
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