Valencia Flowers ~ Land of flowers, light and love!

Valencia Flowers are an essential part of festivals and everyday life in the lovely city of Valencia.

For example, festivals such as Las Fallas, Cruces de Mayo the July Fair and Dia de la Virgin de los Desamparados wouldn’t be complete without them.

The entire region of Valencia is very fertile so no wonder it’s known as the ‘land of flowers, light and love’.

All across the city in parks and gardens of Valencia such as the Turia Gardens (Jardins del Turia) the scent of flowers is heavy in the air.

In Plaza del Ayuntamient , in the center of the old town are rows of flower shops selling flowers for all occassions.

Valencia Flowers

Festival of Las Fallas

Valencia is famous for its exciting festivals which often include an abundance of flowers and pyrotechnic events.

Las Fallas is one of the largest festivals in Spain and the ‘Ofrenda de Flores’ is an important part of the event which takes place in Plaza de la Virgin in the old town.

Thousands of Valencian women and girls called fallera/falleros wearing traditional dresses.

They carry bouquets of red and white carnations and roses to Nuestra Senora de los Desamparados (Patron Saint of Valencia).

Then everyone weaves the flowers into a beautiful mantel to cover the Virgin.

Cruces de Mayo

Flowers are used to decorate crosses which line the streets of Valencia during the festival of Cruces de Mayo (Crosses of May) on the 3 May.

Dia de la Virgin de los Desamparados

Then on the second Sunday in May it’s the annual festival of the Virgin de los Desamparados.

In a flower filled procession the virgin is carried from the Basilica in Plaza de la Virgin to the nearby Cathedral of Valencia and ends with the square covered in a blanket of flowers.

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Feria de Julio – July Fair

The Valencia July Fair originated from a flower and produce festival in 1871. This annual festival overflows with flower filled floats along the Paseo de la Alameda and culminates with the traditional Battle of Flowers.

This definitely is the land of flowers, light and love and the beautiful Valencia flowers only add to the magic of this lovely city by the Mediterranean sea.

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Explore the variety of Valencia markets this lovely city is famous for.

Feast your eyes on the delicious array of fruit and veg, the famous flowers and culinary delights at  Mercardo Central.

Enjoy the hustle and bustle of local flea markets such as the one at Plaça Redonda.

Don’t miss the market in the beach district of Cabanyal.

A thriving street market selling clothes and many other useful things.

Plaça / Plaza Redonda

(Off Plaça/Plaza Santa Catalina)

If you’re around this area on a Sunday morning don’t forget to visit Plaza Redonda. It’s a very unusual market locally know as ‘el clot’ (‘the hole’).

There’s a circular fountain in the middle of Plaza Redonda and the market is full of shops selling ceramics, linen, haberdashery and so on.

There’s also an entrance to the Plaza Redonda from Calle San Vicente Martir (near the Iglesia de San Martín).

Although it’s open most days, the best time to visit is on a Sunday morning.
There are a few tapas bars inside and many places to eat in the surrounding area.

MERCADO CENTRAL

Plaça del Mercat/Plaza del Mercado

A  must to visit! This is one of the most beautiful buildings in Valencia and a masterpiece of modernist architecture.

Incredibly large (possibly the largest in Europe) and very grand. Covered with ceramics and glass and topped with a parrot.

With over a 1,000 stalls stacked with anything from whole legs of ham to the freshes seafoods, fish, poultry, cheeses, vegetables and fruit you are spoilt for choice. Outside are stalls full of the lovely flowers of Valencia.

CABANYAL MARKET

Every Thursday a very good street market selling clothes, bric a brac and many other things such as fruit and veg is held by the beach in Cabanyal.

Nearby is another excellent mini version of the central market and not far away is a large Mercadona supermarket with a wide selection of food.

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Valencia Aquarium : L’Oceanografic in the City of Arts and Sciences

Valencia Aquarium is housed in L’Oceanografic which is the largest marine park in Europe and the largest aquarium in Europe.

This stunning building was designed by Felix Candela and is reminiscent of the amazing work of Barcelona’s Antoni Gaudí.

Valencia Aquarium at the Oceanografic can be found in the stunning City of Arts and Sciences (Ciutat de les Arts i de les Ciencies).

The oceans and species of the sea are well represented in this truly spectacular area in the center of Valencia.  The complex also contains a planetarium, science museum, botanical garden and opera house.

L’Oceanographico

As you can see from the photo above, L’Oceanographico is situated mainly under ground. Next to the building is a mesh globe which houses the Wetlands where you’ll find marshland and mangrove swamps.

Mediterranean

This area contains the largest aquarium in Europe with around 7,400 specimens. There are seven aquariums which recreate the natural environments of species associated with the Mediterranean seas such as eels, sea cucumbers and scorpion fish. You can get up very close to see these exciting and lovely fish.

ARCA del Mar

This is a research center which focuses on the reproduction of species facing extinction. It has a surface of 210 m2 and a 110 volume of m3 and contains the latest technology to treat turtles and dolphins.

The Artic building is designed to look like an igloo. This is where marine biologists monitor the behavior of whales and walruses. In the Ocean building you can watch a colony of penguins laze on rocks and then take a swim.

Dolphinarium

This is the largest in Europe and contains 23 million liters of water. It has a seating capacity for 2,210 people and as well as being of great entertainment it’s also very educational.

The bottle-nose dolphins are amongst the most common type of dolphin and measure almost 4 meters in length. There is a very famous bottle-nose dolphin called Flipper who starred in the movie and television series of the same name.

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There are a variety of places to eat at the Oceanografic and you can also visit the stunning Submarino De L’Oceanografic which has a horse-shoe shaped bar in the centre and marine life in the underwater tanks which surround the restaurant.

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Getting Here:

You can reach this futuristic complex from the town center by taking a bus or walking along the lovely 7 km stretch of the Turia Gardens. The port and beach of Valencia are a bus ride away.

Hotels near the  City of Arts & Sciences

The Barceló Valencia Hotel is next to the City of Arts and Sciences and includes free WiFi in all areas, restaurant, bar, room service, restaurant (à la carte) and snack bar.

The Holiday Inn includes free Wi-Fi and there is a rooftop pool, bar and terrace.

The hotel’s restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine, and there are discounts for children.

The Holiday Inn Express, Ciudad Las Ciencias  is just a few minutes from the City of Arts and Sciences and Palau de la Musica.

Nearby is El Saler shopping center full of restaurants, shops and a large supermarket.

Features include free Wi-Fi, seasonal outdoor pool, Bar/Lounge, Business Center and restaurant.

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Valencia Opera House ~ Palau de les Arts, Reina Sofia

Valencia Opera House is known as Palau de les Arts and was officially opened on 9 October 2005,  the National Day of Valencia.

As well as opera and classical music, Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia offers concerts with top Spanish entertainers such as Rosa, David Bisbal, Jose Merce, Antonio Orozco,  David Bustamante and many more ~  Les Arts Agenda  >>

Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia sparkles in the sunlight and is shaped like the helmet of an ancient goddess.  The building is the last piece of the jigsaw  of Valencian architect Santiago Calatrava’s amazing City of Arts and Sciences complex which is located at the end of the Turia Gardens in the center of Valencia.

Considered to be the largest opera house in Europe, Valencia Opera House is also a cultural center.

With a seating capacity of 4,400, only Sydney Opera House in Australia surpases it with a larger seating capacity.

The cost of building this beautiful theatre was 250 million euros and consists of four halls and measures 40,000 m. It contains the most modern technology and open-air auditoriums for  opera performances, dance performances, concerts and recitals.

Valencia Opera House ~ Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia

Main Hall
The main hall has a capacity for 1,412 spectators and is used as a venue for opera. It can also  be converted into a stage for ballet and other performing arts.

Auditorium
The auditorium has a capacity for 1,490 spectators with advanced sound, film and video facilities.

Master Room
The master room can accommodate 378 people and  is specially designed for chamber concerts, recitals, lectures and educational meetings.

Martin i Soler Theatre
This theatre is located adjacent to Palau de les Arts and consists of a hall with the capacity for 400 spectators.  The stage is complete with an orchestra pit for opera performances which allows small and medium format.

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Theatres In Valencia

Valencia is overflowing with theatres where you can enjoy not only plays but also music, opera and flamenco.  There are also lots of cinemas and an open air festival of films is held every year during the summer months in Valencia.

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Theatres In Valencia

Palau de les Artes (Valencia Opera House) ~ Av Autopists del Saler, 5

Theatres in Valencia are full of culture and passion and the newly opened Palau de les Artes is the icing on the cake.

This amazing theater is part of the dynamic City of Arts and Sciences complex and the new addition is glowing with modern technology with auditoriums for theater, opera, music and concerts.

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Valencia Theatres Palau de la Música

Address: Paseo de la Almaeda, 30 – Tel:34 963 375 020

An enormous glass dome covers the entrance and cascading fountains leap up and down outside into a pool.

Palau de la Música opened in 1987 and is considered to be one of the best concert halls in Europe. As well as classical music you can also enjoy jazz, flamenco and other events.

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Valencia Festival of Films / Summer Open Air Cinema in the Park

IVAC-La Filmoteca opens its doors to Valencia festival of films during the summer months in the Palau Gardens where a different film will be shown at 10:30 pm every night for just €3.50, until the 31 August.

This celebration of films at reasonable prices makes this one of the best events of the year.

Tickets are €3.50 for one session and a 10-session pass costs €25.

You can enjoy some excellent films (including some in English) along with popcorn, coke and beer.

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Valencia Theatres

Teatre Rialto

Plaza del Ayuntamiento 17
46001

Tel: 96-353-9300

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Teatre Talia

Calle Cavallers/Cavalleros 31

Tel: 96-391-2920

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Sala Moratín
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, 17
46001
Tel: 96 353 9300
Theatre and cinema combined – contemporary drama.

Micale Teatre
Guillem de Castro, 73, Calle Mestre Paulau, 3
46008
Tel: 96 392 4827

Micalet Theatre is located in the center of Valencia and the closest metro station is Angel Guimerà

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Teatre Principal

The oldest and largest theater in Valencia – opera, ballet plays and music.

C/ Barcas 15

46002 VALENCIA
Tel : 96 353 9200 – 96 353 9260 (ticket office)

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Teatro Olympia
C/ San Vicente 44
96 392 1482
Metro Xativa

Top Spanish musicals, comedies and shows.

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Centre Teatral Escalante

Landerer 5, bajo
46003
Tel: 963 912 442

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Films in English …

Cines Babel: Calle-Vicente Sancho Tello 10, 46021 Valencia
Tel: 963 626 795
Films are shown in their original version with Spanish subtitles.

Monday except public holidays and eve of public holidays … 6,70 €
– Over 65 years and under 14 … 5,60 €

Wednesday A 3’90 € –  (Every Wednesday except holidays and holiday eves … 3,90 €)

From Tuesday to Thursday, excluding holidays and holiday eves … € 7.60
– Over 65 years and under 14 … 5,60 €
– Students (Student Card), carnet jove, card +26 and disabled … 6,70 €

Friday evening and public holidays
– Friday and holiday eve … 8’20 €
– Over 65, under 14, students, carnet jove, card and disabled … +26 € 7.10

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Valencia Clubs Radio City

Radio City also has a cinema and a club. For Flamenco fans, there’s Flamenco every Tuesday at 11.00pm.

Address: Santa Teresa, 19
46001
Tel: 963 914 151

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TOP Art Galleries and Museums in Valencia

Visit Art Galleries and Museums in Valencia!

The art galleries and museums in Valencia are full of works by Velazquez, Van Dyck, Goya, El Greco and amazing modern art and sculptures and porcelain models from Lladro.

IVAM ~ Valencia Institute of Modern Art

Valencia d’Arte Modern

C/Guillem de Castro, 118  / Tel: 963 863 000

The Valencian Institute of Modern Art (IVAM  is one of Spain’s most famous Art Galleries.

Situated in the trendy and fashionable area of Barrio del Carmen in the Old Quarter of Valencia.

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Museo de Bellas Artes

C/San Pio V, 9 Tel: 963 605 793

This beautiful museum is located very close to the Turia Gardens and the Jardines del Real and easily reached from the historic quarter via the bridge at Pont de Fusta.

The museum contains works by Velazquez, Van Dyck, Goya and El Greco.

Free entry

Monday, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm.
From Tuesday to Sunday, from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm.
Closed on January ^1st and December ^25th

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Hours:  Monday, 11:00 to 17:00 h. / Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 19:00 h.

Tel:  96 369 63 70

Museo de Ciencias Naturals

Museum of Natural Sciences – C/General Elio

(Jardines de Real/Jardines de Viveros)

Tel: 963 525 478

This museum is in a lovely location in the beautiful Jardines de Real – (Royal Gardens).

Museo Nacional de Ceramica

Ceramics Museum (Palacio del Marques de Dos Aguas) Calle Poets Querol, 2 Tel: 96 351 63 92

The building is thought to have been constructed in the 15th century.

In the 18th century local sculptor, Hipólito Rovira, added the Churrigueresque doorway which as you can see is an amazing work of art.

Shortly after its completion Rivera went insane and committed suicide. The palace houses the palace apartments and a collection of ceramics from Spain and Valencia.

There is also a collection Manises which is where local ceramics are produced.

Art Galleries and Museums in Valencia

Museo del Carmen

The Convent of Carmen is now the ‘Center of Carmen’ and is linked to the Bellas Artes Museum de Valencia.

Calle Museo, 2 46003 Valencia Tel: 34 96 3152 024

Opening Hours : Tue – Sun 10am-8pm

Casa Museo Jose Benlliure

Calle Blanquerias 23 Tel: 96 391 1661 Closed Monday

Just past puente San Jose (San Jose bridge), is the lovely 19th century villa and garden of Valencian artist Jose Benlliure (1855-1937).

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MUVIM (Close to Barrio del Carmen)

(Valencian Museum of the Enlightenment and Modernity)

c/ Guillen de Castro, 8

Museo de Prehistoria y Arqueología

36 Calle de La Corona 46003 Valencia Tel: +34 96 388 35 65

Open: Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 AM to 08:00 PM

The museum is in La Beneficencia Cultural Center in the Old Quarter of Valencia.

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Cathedral Dioces Museum

Plaza de la Reina s/n 46003 Valencia

Cathedral of Valencia

Tel: 34 963 918 127 Fax: 34 963 918 120

Museo Arqueologico de la Almoina

The Almoina Archaeological Museum is just behind the Cathedral of Valencia  in Plaza de La Almoina near Plaza de la Virgen.

Plaza de La Almoina, s/n
46003 – Valencia
Tel : +34 962 084 173

Times : Monday –  Saturday from 9.30 am – 7 pm.
Sundays and bank holidays  9.30 am –  3 pm.
Single ticket: 2 Euros
Sundays and public holidays  free entry. Guided visits only.

Casa Museo Semana Santa Marinera

Museum of the Mariner’s Holy Week Rosario, 1 46011 Valencia

Tel: 34 963 525 478 ext 4079

History Museum

Next to al Parque de Cabecera

(Access from C/Valencia – entrada de Mislata)

Tel: 34 963 701 105/34 963 701 178

Centro de Exposicion y Museo Lladro

Lladro Museum and Exhibition Center Ctra.

Alboraya, s/n. 46016 Tavernes Blanques (Valencia)

Lladro in Valencia

Tel: 900 211 010/34 963 187 008

Museo del Gremio de Artistas Falleros

Avda. San José Artesano, 17 46025 Valencia

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Tel: 34 963 476 585 Fax: 34 963 487 408

The Fallas Museum

Plaza Monteolivete, 4 46006 Valencia

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Tel: 34 963 525 478 ext 4625 Fax: 34 963 941 934

Bullfighting Museum

The museum is located on Xativa street opposite Xativa metro stop close to Estacion del Norte.

Pasaje Doctor Serra, 10 /  46004 Valencia

Tel: 34 963 883 738/34 963 883 737 / Fax: 34 963 883 740

House of the America’s Cup

Puerto de Valencia Muelle de la Aduana, s/n (entre Edificio del Reloj y Tinglado 2)

(See Americas Cup Valencia)

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Reales Atarazanas  (The Royal Shipyards)

Pl. Juan Antonio Benlliure, s/n 46011 Valencia

Tel: 34 963 525 478 Ext 4299 Fax: 34 963 539 977

Blasco Ibanez Museum

Isabel de Villena, 157 46011 Valencia

Tel: 34 963 525 478 ext 2586 Fax 34 963 564 786

San Miguel de los Reyes Monastery

Valencia Library

Avda. de la Constitución, 284 46019 Valencia

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Tel: 34 963 874 000 Fax: 34 963 874 037

El Museo de la Ciencias Príncipe Felipe (Science Museum)

Avd. Autopista del Saler, 5 46013 Valencia

Tel: 34 902 100 031

The Science Museum (El Museo de la Ciencias Príncipe Felipe) is at the  City of Arts and Sciences and is spread over three floors.

There are permanent and traveling thematic exhibitions related to the world of science and avant-garde technology.  The museum opened on 13 November 2000. Exhibitions such as ‘Towards the Cosmos’ and ‘Life and Genome’ have introduced many to the universe and origin of life.

You can unravel the secrets of the universe, explore recreated marine habitats, and get to grips with high technology in all its guises.

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Ten Best Things To Do In Valencia…

If you’re in Valencia for just a few days, a quick way to get to know the city is by taking a ride on one of the hop-on hop-off buses.

Fans of Valencia FC  will probably head for Mestalla stadium and there is also Motor GP,  Tennis,  Grand Prix, Sailing and much more –  Read More >>

With so many attractions and amazing tours you’ll never get tired of this amazing city.

Ten Best Things to Do in Valencia

1. Valencia City of Arts and Sciences

Tourists are coming from all over Europe to see the City of Arts and Sciences.

Some of the exciting things you will see include the largest aquarium in Europe, an IMAX laser cinema, Palau de la Musica and Palau de les Arts.

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2.  Turia Gardens

The Turia Gardens are the gem of Valencia winding through the city from the Bioparc to the City of Arts and Sciences.

They are an essential and very beautiful part of Valencia and not to be missed. Throughout the year festivals and events are held in the gardens.

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3. Visit the Old Quarter of Valencia

A trip to Valencia would’nt be complete without visiting the historic old quarter of the city. Take a photographic tour and see the Best things to do in the Old Quarter of Valencia.

Visit El Miguelet and the Cathedral of Valencia – see the Holy Grail and enjoy the cafes and bars of this bohemian area.

Don’t forget to vist Barrio del Carmen in the north of the Old Quarter as it’s one of the most trendy and popular areas to go at night – enjoy!

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4.  Things To Do at Night in Valencia

The Nightlife in Valencia begins late and is one of the best in Europe.

There are a fantastic selection of clubs, bars, discos, restaurants and theatres and you can enjoy romantic nights or dance the night away!

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5.  Theater & Cinema

Valencia is full of culture and arts so don’t forget to visit one of the many theatres in Valencia where you can also enjoy flamenco.

Palau de les Artes is a must to visit and can be reached by bus or from the Turìa Gardens. It’s part of the City of Arts and Sciences. Check out the cinema where films can be seen in the original version with sub-titles in Spanish.

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6. Museums & Arts Galleries

Valencia is a city overflowing with culture so don’t miss the amazing art galleries and museums.

They are full of works by Velazquez, Van Dyck, Goya, El Greco and many more.

Also the modern art of IVAM and sculptures and porcelain figurines which are famous all over the world from the Lladro workshop / museum and shop in Valencia.

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7.  Shopping in Valencia

Mercado Central is said to be the largest indoor market in Europe and possibly one of the most beautiful.

There are so many trendy shops and stores like Mango, Zara and El Corte Ingles, all offering great fashions at affordable prices, you really will be able to shop until you drop in Valencia.

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8.  Festivals in Valencia

If you’re lucky to be in Valencia for fiesta time then you really do have a treat waiting for you.

The festivals are extravagant, fun, incredibly exciting and not to be missed, especially the following – Las Fallas, La Tomatina, Easter and the most magical of all – Christmas.

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9.  Valencia Beaches

One of the bonuses of coming to a magical city like Valencia is that it’s situated right beside the Mediterranean sea.

There are miles and miles of white sandy beaches ust waiting for you to explore. Swimming, lazing on the beach or taking a drink at one of the nearby bars or restaurants is definitely one of the ten best things to do in Valencia.

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10.  l’Albufera

The Albufera nature reserve is just 12 km from the center of town.

This freshwater lake is set in idyllic surroundings and separated from the sea by a thin strip of sand dunes called La Dehesa.

Home to paella and over 300 species of birds and wildlife,  this is where the famous rice fields of Valencia are located,  where bomba rice is grown.

The hotel Sidi Saler is on El Saler beach surrounded by pine trees and El Saler golf course is just a shuttle ride away – Golf Courses

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Childrens Things To Do In Valencia

There are many more wonderful things to do in Valencia especially for children such as visiting the Valencia Bioparc in the Cabecera Park which is located in a 200,000 m2 section of the extensive Turia Gardens .

This was created when the Turia River was re-channelled safely out of the city.

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TIP!

If you have time another great thing to do is visit the Balearic Islands. Combine a trip to Valencia with a trip to the lovely islands of Majorca, Menorca or Ibiza.

Ibiza is the nearest island from the port of Valencia and ports of Denia and Alicante.  You can go with the ferry or take a flight from Valencia Airport.

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Valencia Superstores…

TOP Valencia Superstores include the popular El Corte Inglés department stores.

El Corte Inglés

Without a doubt the major department store in Spain is El Corte Inglés.

You can almost always find anything you need for the home and also for fashion and music.

Valencia Superstores CENTRO COMERCIAL ADEMUZ

Avda. Pío XII, 51
46015 Valencia
Tel: 96.346.90.00 / 963 469 000

There are many El Corte Ingles department stores in Calle Colón which is one of the best shopping streets in Valencia.

Most have a supermarket and café and some have a restaurant and you can also buy theatre tickets and other tickets to sporting events in Valencia.

Opening Times
Monday – Saturday 10:00 – 22:00 hours
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Fnac

FNAC is a popular French media chain which is now in Spain.

The store is close to the train station and the inside of the store also resembles a train station. The two floors of books, music, films and computers are covered by a glass roof which makes the place feel light and airy.

Address
C / Guillen de Castro, 9-11
46007 VALENCIA
Tel: 976 763 500
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Opening Times
Monday to Saturday 10am – 21.30pm
Sundays and holidays 12 – 21.30pm.

Carrefour

Another French supermarket chain with branches all over Spain and one of the largest is  in the El Saler shopping center near the City of Arts and Sciences.

This is a Hypermarket so you’re sure to find what you’re looking for here. It’s also very handy if you’re staying near the area.

Autovía del Saler, 16
46013 Valencia
Tel: 963 886 900

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Where to go shopping in Valencia …

You really can shop till you drop in Valencia. There are so many top international Spanish stores such as Mango and Zara right on your doorstep and things are so much cheaper.

Shopping in Valencia

The center of Valencia is a shoppers paradise with an array of popular local shops.

The Old Quarter of Valencia is a treasure trove of little shops tucked away in cobbled side streets.

There are many Bijou Brigitte shops selling affordable jewellery (earrings, necklaces, bracelets) and accessories (belts, gemstones) .

Shopping in Valencia  at  Lladro Boutique

Collectors of the beautiful Lladro porcelain figures are in for a treat,  as this is the home of LLadro.

The boutique shop is in a lovely street full of designer shops in the center of town and the Lladro workshop is just a few miles from the city.  Definitely not to be missed, but don’t forget to book online to reserve a place  ~  Read More >>

With such an assortment of shops, ranging from inexpensive boutiques to designer stores, there’s a lot to choose from.

The upmarket tree-lined Calle Colón is very trendy and one of the major boulevards in Valencia.

If you’re hunting for the latest fashion, you will definitely find it here.

There are many little souvenir shops in Valencia, especially around Le Seu (Cathedral district – Cathedral of Valencia) where you can buy typical souvenirs.  There are also many shops selling the famous Agua de Valencia and local wines and food of this area of Spain (see Districts of Valencia and food of Valencia).

Shopping in Valencia Markets

Shopping in Valencia wouldn’t be complete without a visit to one of the many markets.

There are quite a few in Valencia, but the most famous and beautiful of them all is Mercat Central, which sells fresh produce.

There’s also a very good street market every Thursday by the beach in the district of Cabanyal selling clothes, bric-à-brac and many other things such as fruit and veg.

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Valencia Shopping Times 

Shops usually open from 10 am to 8.30 pm and shopping malls are open every day including Sundays and public holidays.

Shopping malls close on the following days.

• 1 May
• 25 December
• 1 and 6 January

Shopping in Valencia  ~ Shopping Centers

There are a variety of shopping centers in the center of Valencia where you can find everything you need.

The Nuevo shopping center is great if you are staying near the central bus station at the Expo Hotel.

The El Saler shopping center is ideal for those staying around the City of Arts and Sciences and those in the Canavas area are very trendy and upmarket.

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Shopping in Valencia ~ Superstores & Departments Stores

The major department store in Valencia and all of Spain is El Corte Inglés.

There are three stores in C/Colón and they usually have a cafe/restaurant on the top floor and a supermarket in the basement

The media store Fnac and the huge Carrefour hypermarket are also very popular and there are lots more!

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Lladro Porcelain of Valencia

LLadro Boutique Shop in Valencia and Museum in Tavernes Blanques

The Valencian brothers who created these beautiful porcelain figurines are famous throughout the world.

LLadro Shop in Valencia

Not far from Plaza de la Ayuntamiento, in the lovely Calle Poeta Querol, is the LLadro boutique shop.

This is where you can purchase many of the famous figurines which make wonderful gifts.

Calle Poeta Querol, 9
Tel: 96 351 16 25

The  LLadro workshops at Tavernes Blanques are just a short drive from center of Valencia.

You can arrange a free guided visit which is conducted in Spanish, English, French, Italian, Dutch, Russian and Bulgarian.  The factory retail outlet sells slightly damaged pieces at lower prices.

The factory is 5km (3 miles) north of the city center. To arrange a tour of the Lladro factory Tel:  +34 96 318 70 00 at least a month in advance.

Freephone from within Spain: 900 21 10 10

Address: Casa de Lladró, Ctra. Alboraya, s/n.
46016 Tavernes Blanques
Tel: 900 211 010/34 963 187 00

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The Lladro Brothers

The brothers, Juan, José and Vicente were born into a farming family but instead of carrying on with the tradition of farming, they chose to follow their artistic dreams.

Both attended the Valencia School of Arts and Crafts and created the Lladró brand in their tiny workshop in their village of Almàssera  in the Valencia province.  Their first retail shop opened in Valencia in 1955 and a few years later the factory moved to the town of Tabernas.

The workshop grew so large that it’s now known as the City of Porcelain.

Getting Here

 By Bus: Take the number 16 bus from the center of Valencia.

By Metro:  Take line 3 from Xativa station in the center of town to Alboraya Palmaret Station (10 minute walk from Lladro) .

Check the map and plan your journey.

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