Historic centre
Valencia's old town in a day
A six-stop walking route through the heart of Valencia: the Torres de Serranos, Plaza de la Virgen, the Cathedral, La Lonja silk exchange, the Mercat Central and Plaza Redonda. The whole thing is done on foot, no public transport needed.
Your tour
Valencia's old town in a day
6 stops~20 minon foot
Serranos Towers, Valencia’s Historic Gateway
Historic gateStart here, at one of the best-preserved gates of the medieval city wall: climb to the battlements for the best rooftop views of the old town.
6 min · 324 m · approx.
Monuments of Plaza de la Virgen (Valencia)
SquareThe square that brings the Basilica, the Cathedral and the Miguelete tower into one view — a short stop before going in.
Basílica: Gratis. Catedral: Desde 8 €. Miguelete: ~5 €Basílica: Diario 10:00-14:00 y 16:00-20:00. Catedral: 7:30-14:30 y 16:30-20:30 (gratis 7:30-9:30 y 18:30-20:30). Miguelete: 10:00-14:00 y 16:30-20:00Tickets2 min · 77 m
Valencia Cathedral: History, Art and the Holy Chalice
Church13th-century Gothic, home to the chalice tradition holds to be the Holy Grail. Entry through the Iron Gate is free for prayer.
Gratis (oración); 8 € (visita cultural)Lun-Vie 7:30-9:30 y 18:30-20:30 (gratis); Sáb 10:30-18:30; Dom 14:00-18:30 (visita cultural)Tickets6 min · 312 m · approx.
Silk Exchange of Valencia
AttractionA UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996: the Sala de Contratación, with its twisting columns, is why this Gothic building still leaves people speechless.
2 min · 104 m · approx.
Central Market of Valencia: The Gastronomic Heart of the City
MarketLunchtime stop: over 240 stalls under an Art Nouveau dome, one of the largest covered markets in Europe. Free entry.
4 min · 197 m · approx.
Plaza Redonda: The Circular Heart of Valencia’s Commerce
SquareClose the route at this 19th-century circular square, home to old-school local shops — a good spot for a coffee before moving on.
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