🇪🇸 Is Valencia Worth Visiting? Yes It Is and Here’s Why

(All my Valencia articles were written before the flooding. I’m keeping everyone affected in my thoughts)

If you have ever wondered ‘is Valencia worth visiting?’ then wonder no more.

It’s a fantastic city – read on for my review having had a lovely 4 night solo stay here.

Here’s why I think it’s well worth visiting.

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Is Valencia Worth Visiting?

Valencia is less visited than some other Spanish cities. Barcelona is one of the most popular cities to visit in Spain and I’ve been there also.

I liked the fact that Valencia was not quite so busy, crowded and a little quieter.

There were plenty of visitors when I went, but the majority of them were Spanish.

It’s also a smaller city with a population of around 750,000 people.

Is Valencia Worth Visiting

Valencia Is Very Easy to Explore

Valencia is very easy to explore on foot and on public transport.

I stayed in the Old Town part of the city so I could be within easy reach of the main attractions.

I walked pretty much everywhere, although a couple of times I walked so far I had to get the bus back to my accommodation.

There used to be a river flowing around Valencia but it’s been diverted. Instead of building on the land, the city turned it into the largest public park in Spain.

Turia Gardens wraps itself around two-thirds of the city and it makes a lovely way to get around the city.

The gardens are full of interest. There are running and cycling tracks, sports area, water gardens, themed gardens and plenty of locals enjoying them too.

I walked from the Old Town through the gardens to the arts and sciences buildings.

There are no roads in the park so it makes for a lovely walking experience.

Getting around Valencia on public transport is easy, and it’s also very easy to reach the city centre from the airport on public transport too.

Is Valencia Worth Visiting

Valencia is Very Friendly and Safe

I felt very safe exploring Valencia on my own, including being out late at night.

The people were very friendly and helpful wherever I visited.

In the old town there are some interesting buildings to visit such as the old Silk Exchange, as well as pretty squares and small markets.

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Is Valencia Worth Visiting

The Food is Great

I found the food in Valencia very good value and very nice too.

In the centre of the old town is a fantastic food hall. The produce is amazing. It’s great quality and there are plenty of stalls selling takeaway items. I still remember the amazing Plov that I had from there, as well as the freshest made juices.

I would go back to Valencia just for the orange juice – it’s delicious.

Is Valencia Worth Visiting?

I Found Valencia Good Value

Valencia seemed good value all round when I visited.

The accommodation was very reasonable given it was the week before the major Fallas (Spring) festival.

I had a 1 bedroom apartment with a jacuzzi for around £40 per night.

Breakfast was less than 5 Euros and that included toast, orange juice and coffee.

The food market was also reasonable. I also had coffees, a local takeaway and the most amazing Italian meal in a tiny restaurant in an alleyway beside my flat.

I spent around 3 hours in the Fallas Museum and it was around 3 Euros to get in!

Public transport was also cheap too.

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Is Valencia Worth Visiting?

Valencia Also Has a Beach

Valencia has a beautiful beach, harbour and marina area as well.

I haven’t visited this myself but it’s definitely on my list for my second visit.

Why not combine a couple of nights in the city centre, with a couple of nights at the beach for a great holiday experience?

You can also check out Malvarrosa beach deals right here.

Is Valencia Worth Visiting – Conclusion

• Valencia is easy to get to from the UK.
• It’s a great value destination that perhaps offers better value than some larger cities.
• It’s easy to get around the city on foot and public transport.
• There is a lovely beach area at Valencia too.

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