This has earned it the nickname \u201cThe Orchard of Spain.\u201d<\/p>\n
In our last post, we explored some of the best things to do in Madrid<\/a>.<\/p>\n This time, we\u2019re expanding our travels to sunny Valencia!<\/p>\n Whether you\u2019re a diehard beach goer or a museum aficionado, our list has something for everyone.<\/p>\n Starting off our list of the 9 best things to do in Valencia is an iconic cathedral known for its historic artifacts.<\/p>\n We\u2019re kicking off our list of things to do in Valencia, Spain with a visit to the stunning Valencia Cathedral<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Dating back to the 13th<\/sup> century, this Gothic cathedral<\/a> is a sight to behold.<\/p>\n Not only is the cathedral itself a work of art, but it is also dedicated to showcasing both art and history, housing many valuable pieces inside its doors.<\/p>\n The museum located within the cathedral houses art exhibits from different periods of time like the Gothic, Renaissance, and Mannerist eras.<\/p>\n Peruse through this historic building before climbing 207 steps up to the Miguelete Tower <\/strong>for a stunning panoramic view of the city.<\/p>\n Price of general admission to visit this historic building is usually around \u20ac9.<\/p>\n Turia Garden, or Jard\u00edn del T\u00faria<\/strong>, is a sprawling urban park that runs through the city of Valencia.<\/p>\n This is an excellent place to visit for nature enthusiasts, families, and those simply looking to bask in the beautiful Mediterranean weather.<\/p>\n The garden is composed of many different services to enjoy such as ponds, cycling paths, fountains, all located along the Turia River.<\/p>\n It stretches from the Bioparc, a 10-hectare zoo, all the way to the City of Arts and Sciences<\/strong> (which we have on our list below!)<\/p>\n Turia Garden is open for visitors to access at any time day or night.<\/p>\n This park offers an excellent variety of things to do, easily making it on our list of top things to do in Valencia.<\/p>\n Central Market, or Mercado Central<\/strong>, is a public market<\/a> that boasts the title of being one of the largest covered markets in Europe!<\/p>\n From incredible architecture to a wide variety of food stalls, this public market is a can\u2019t-miss stop during your Valencia sightseeing tour.<\/p>\n It was first held as an open-air market in 1839. At the time, Mercat Nou <\/strong>was its name.<\/p>\n Most recently, Mercado Central underwent a total renovation from 2004 to 2010.<\/p>\n This Art Nouveau-style market now spreads over 8,000 square meters of space.<\/p>\n With a huge metal frame, stained glass windows, and colorful stalls, we recommend adding the stunning Mercado Central to your list of places to visit in Valencia.<\/p>\n It\u2019s tough to visit Valencia and not <\/em>spend time at the beach.<\/p>\n With gorgeous Mediterranean waters and velvety sand, the beaches in Valencia are unparalleled.<\/p>\n That\u2019s why we\u2019ve included El Saler beach<\/strong> on our list of best things to do in Valencia.<\/p>\n Easily accessible from the city center, you can reach El Saler within a few short minutes.<\/p>\n Picturesque pine forests and sand dunes surround this beach which runs for 4,900 meters (3 miles).<\/p>\n Enjoy a bite to eat at any of the nearby bars or restaurants after soaking up the sun at this stunning location.<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve ever typed a \u2018Valencia what to do\u2019 search, you might\u2019ve stumbled upon the Gran<\/strong> Feria de Valencia<\/strong>.<\/p>\n A festival held in July each year, the Gran Feria de Valencia has been taking place for over 140 years!<\/p>\n Hundreds of different events and activities make up this festival.<\/p>\n These all culminate in a final event known as the Battle of the Flowers<\/strong>.<\/p>\n During the event, a procession of elaborately flower-decorated carriages parades down the Paseo de la Alamenda<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Spectators and carriage-occupants alike toss thousands of flowers at each other during the event, turning the street into a flaming red and orange river of petals.<\/p>\n The festival is a Valencia must see event.<\/p>\n Be sure to add it to your list if you\u2019re in the city during the month of July!<\/p>\n The Mestalla is one of the best Valencia attractions to visit for football fans.<\/p>\n It\u2019s the stadium that hosts the majority of Valencia football club\u2019s games.<\/p>\n You can take a tour of this grand stadium to learn all about the history of the Val\u00e8ncia Club de F\u00fatbol<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Inaugurated in 1923, the stadium has since seen decades worth of international matches between football clubs the world over.<\/p>\nBest Things to Do in Valencia<\/strong><\/h2>\n
1.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Valencia Cathedral<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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2.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Turia Garden<\/strong><\/h3>\n
3.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Central Market<\/strong><\/h3>\n
4.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>El Saler Beach<\/strong><\/h3>\n
5.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>Gran Feria de Valencia<\/strong><\/h3>\n
6.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong>The Mestalla<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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