Valencia is a city of balance—where medieval walls frame futuristic buildings, where orange blossoms fill the air, and where tradition and innovation blend effortlessly. From ancient Roman roots to cutting-edge architecture, a private tour in Valencia with your guide reveals a city proud of its past and bold about its future.

Often paired with iconic Spanish cities like <a href="https://www.toursbylocals.com/tours/spain/barcelona?utm_source=internallinks&utm_medium=marketingblock&utm_campaign=valencia" target="_blank">Barcelona</a> and <a href="https://www.toursbylocals.com/tours/spain/madrid?utm_source=internallinks&utm_medium=marketingblock&utm_campaign=valencia" target="_blank">Madrid</a>, Valencia offers a refreshing pace, fewer crowds, and a coastal soul full of art, flavor, and local warmth. With your private guide, you’ll uncover its layered story—your way, at your pace.

 <h3>Top 10 Must-See Attractions in Valencia</h3>
These essential spots highlight the city’s cultural crossroads—from Gothic grandeur to science-fiction design. Your guide can help tailor your tour to match your interests and time.

City of Arts and Sciences
 A futuristic complex of museums, aquariums, and performance spaces. Your guide helps you understand the design vision and choose which parts to explore in depth.

Valencia Cathedral
 A blend of Romanesque, Gothic, and Baroque styles—home to a chalice said to be the Holy Grail. Climb the Micalet bell tower and hear your guide explain centuries of transformation.

La Lonja de la Seda (Silk Exchange)
 A UNESCO-listed Gothic gem that speaks to Valencia’s golden age of trade. Your tour reveals the civic pride and economic power this site once represented.

Central Market (Mercado Central)
 One of Europe’s largest food markets, buzzing with local produce, jamón, and colorful tilework. Your guide can lead you to the best stalls and authentic flavors.

Turia Gardens
 Once a river, now a 9-kilometer green ribbon through the city. Your guide may walk with you past playgrounds, fountains, and hidden sculptures between stops.

Barrio del Carmen
 The heart of old Valencia, full of street art, tapas bars, and medieval walls. Your walking tour here weaves stories of knights, poets, and local life.

Plaza de la Virgen
 A lively square surrounded by landmarks and orange trees. Your guide can help you time your visit to catch a festival or quiet corner for people-watching.

Almoina Archaeological Center
 A glass-floored museum where Roman baths, Visigoth tombs, and Muslim walls meet under your feet. A favorite stop for history lovers.

Marina and Malvarrosa Beach
 Breezy and modern, Valencia’s waterfront offers seafood, sailing, and sea views. Your guide can combine this with inland sights or a seaside lunch stop.

IVAM (Valencian Institute of Modern Art)
 A top-tier museum showcasing Spanish and international artists. If contemporary art is your thing, your guide helps you focus your time wisely.

 <h3>Explore Valencia Off the Beaten Path</h3>
With your guide, you’ll uncover the local rhythm—hidden courtyards, family-run shops, and peaceful places that most travelers miss.

Ruzafa Neighborhood
A rising star for creatives, this district is filled with boutique cafés, markets, and street art. Your guide can shape a tour of design, food, or just good conversation.

Sant Nicolau Church
Sometimes called “the Sistine Chapel of Valencia,” this baroque masterpiece is tucked inside a quiet lane. Your guide helps you take it in at just the right moment.

Blasco Ibáñez Cultural Route
Follow the footsteps of one of Spain’s greatest writers. Ideal for book lovers or those curious about 20th-century Spanish thought.

Local Horchaterías
Taste authentic horchata (tigernut milk) and fartons at a traditional café. Let your guide explain the sweet side of Valencian food culture.

Street Markets & Artisan Corners
Outside the big market, your guide can take you to neighborhood pop-ups, antique stalls, or family-owned ceramic studios.

 <h3>Day Trip Ideas from Valencia</h3>
Valencia’s central-east location makes it easy to escape to mountains, castles, or quieter coastal towns. Your guide can help shape the perfect day trip.

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A short drive south, this wetland reserve is ideal for boat rides, birdwatching, and tasting paella in its birthplace. Your guide helps you explore rice fields and fishing villages.

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Castles, coastlines, and Mediterranean charm await in this lively seaside town. A great mix of beaches and historic landmarks.

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A walled city on the sea, featured in films and full of narrow lanes and panoramic views. Your guide helps time it right to enjoy both the castle and coastline.

Xàtiva
A castle-topped town rich with history and quiet local life. Your guide might lead you up to the fortress or down into old monasteries and leafy avenues.

 <h3>Travel Tips for Your Visit</h3>
With your guide’s insight, Valencia becomes even more welcoming and easy to explore.

Best Time to Visit:
 Spring and fall are ideal for walking tours. March offers the Las Fallas festival, while summer brings beaches and a buzzing social scene.

Getting Around:
 The city is walkable and bike-friendly. Your guide may use public transit or taxis to make the most of your time.

What to Wear:
 Comfortable shoes are essential. Bring sun protection year-round, and dress in layers during cooler months.

Etiquette Tips:
 Greet with “Hola” or “Bon dia” (Valencian), and expect a relaxed pace. Your guide helps with restaurant customs and cultural do’s and don’ts.

 <h3>Explore Valencia Your Way</h3>
Valencia is a city that invites you to slow down and stay curious. From Roman ruins to modern art, street food to skyline views, every tour is shaped by your pace, your passions, and your guide’s deep local knowledge.

With expert-vetted, 5-star rated guides and flexible cancellation, your Valencia private tour is your window into a city that quietly charms and always delivers.
Find your guide, follow your curiosity, and see Valencia like a local.

Spain-Valencia

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Valencia: Past and Present

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Full Day Valencia Foodie Tour: Tastings & Paella Cooking Experience 

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Sagunto Castle (roman remains, muslims and christians)

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Eclectic Valencia  - Let me guide you through its beautiful gardens & architecture masterpieces, from the modernist City of Arts & Sciences to its roman foundations

Half Day Valencia Walking Tour

San Nicolás Church, Silk Exchange and Cathedral

Dive into Valencia's history and visit its main monuments

Valencia's Art and Architecture 

Sagunto Roman Fort and Medieval Jewish Quarter

Entrances, beverage invites and supplement for larger vehicle costs.

Medieval and modern Sagunto from Fort view

A lovely couple visiting from Maine! It was a pleasure showing these two around, and I love telling stories that make my guests smile.

You can see the influence of the Moors in the Roman ruins, like this archway.

Exploring the Sagunto's well-preserved Roman ruins.

A preserved and partly reconstructed temple in Sagunto.

Half-Day Tour or Shore Excursion from Valencia with Private Vehicle

Gustatio (Roman appetizers)
Olives
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Roman Bread
Roman Cheese
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Hispania nuts
Allec pate (Garum)

Enjoy and taste some Ancient Wine with Gustatio (appetizers) at a Roman Villa

Valencia Day Trip: Wine in Ancient Times, feel like and authentic Roman!

Image of Valencian soldier Federico Borrell Garcia, killed in the Civil War. Monument based on the famous photo by Robert Capa. PUBLIC DOMAIN

Polish diplomatic representative in Marian Szumlakowski tries to prevent execution of a man suspected of Nationalist sympathies and attempting to reach a ship in Valencia (Author Achille Beltrame died 1945) PUBLIC DOMAIN

King James I, the conqueror. By Jaume Mateu. PUBLIC DOMAIN

Minerva and Sertorio by Juan Andrés Merklein. PUBLIC DOMAIN

Valencian rebel, "El Palleter," by Emilio Calandín. PUBLIC DOMAIN

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