7 days in Valencia Itinerary

A charming old city originally founded as a Roman colony, Valencia is the country’s third-largest urban center.

Family-friendly places like Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias and Room Escape Games will thrill your kids. Get out of town with these interesting Valencia side-trips: Playa Gandia (in Playa de Gandia), Guadalest Valley (in Alicante) and Terra Natura (in Benidorm). There's lots more to do: meet the residents at Bioparc Valencia, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Valencia Cathedral, admire the landmark architecture of La Lonja de la Seda, and browse the eclectic array of goods at Central Market of Valencia.

For photos, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Valencia tour builder.

If you are flying in from Ukraine, the closest major aiports are Valencia Airport, Alicante International Airport and Ibiza Airport. In January, daily temperatures in Valencia can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.