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10 Days in Vibrant Valencia: A Solo Adventure

Laura Luna

24 Oct 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 10-day journey through the enchanting city of Valencia, Spain. Immerse yourself in the rich history, stunning architecture, and mouthwatering cuisine as you explore Plaza de la Reina, La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia, Museu de les Ciències Príncipe Felipe, and more. Join me on this unforgettable solo adventure!

Trip to Valencia

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$101

Plaza de la Reina

Lively square bordered by cafes, bars, shops & historic buildings, with a fountain & shaded benches.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Directions

La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia

This grandiose building illustrates the city's Medieval riches with elaborate stonework & carvings.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$25

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Sant Nicolau de Bari i Sant Pere Màrtir

Gothic-style Catholic church with an ornate baroque interior, including gilding & ceiling frescoes.

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Sant Jaume

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$76

Day 2

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$68

·

$ 13

Parc Central

Modern, regenerated city park with landscaped gardens, a playground, fountain & dog area.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Gulliver park

Whimsical park where children climb & slide on a massive play structure of the character Gulliver.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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Directions

Pont de l'Exposició

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Fuji

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$68

Day 3

+

$80

Museu de les Ciències Príncipe Felipe

Bright, modern science museum featuring a variety of interactive exhibits & workshops.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$40

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Contrapunto

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$40

Day 4

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$122

Valencia Cathedral

Mainly Gothic-style cathedral, said to house the Holy Grail, plus a historic tower with city views.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$30

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Torres de Serranos

Imposing, Gothic-style towers, part of the old city walls, offering views of Valencia & the river.

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

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$20

3 - 4 min

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Directions

El Tap i Altres Terres

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$72

Day 5

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$40

·

$ 7

Mercat Municipal del Cabanyal

A wide variety of staples & gourmet foods are sold inside a busy market with wine & a flower shop.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Directions

CaixaForum València - Àgora

Massive, modern building for sports, concerts & other events at the City of Arts & Sciences complex.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Al Solito Posto

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$40

Day 6

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$85

Museu de la Història de València

Opened in 2003 in a 19th-century underground reservoir, this museum traces the history of Valencia.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Lu Cheng

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$60

Day 7

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$188

Bioparc Valencia

Zoo with naturalistic habitats for animals including lions, giraffes, gorillas & elephants.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$116

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Restaurante Coconut

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$72

Day 8

+

$0

Day 9

+

$172

L'Oceanogràfic

Vast aquarium with a dolphinarium & 500 species in versions of the world's main marine ecosystems.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$136

16 - 23 min

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Directions

Alqueria del Pou

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

Day 10

+

$224

Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias

State-of-the-art science complex set within a landscaped park with a huge aquarium & IMAX screen.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$188

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Sorsi e Morsi

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$36

Budget breakdown: $1100 In total

Activities & Food:$1080

Transport:$20