Secret Valencia: Old Town Gems & Photo Highlights Walking Tour

Unlock Valencia’s best kept secrets on the city’s most complete express tour. Perfect for tight schedules, this high yield route dives deep into history, hunting down hidden 11th century Islamic walls and ancient Roman foundations tucked inside modern spots. Explore iconic landmarks from the Cathedral and Central Market to the Silk Exchange and discover the secret stories most tourists miss. The ultimate all in one Valencia experience. - Quick and dynamic tour perfect for cruise stops or short visits - Explore Valencia's historic landmarks with an expert guide - Experience local life at the Central Market and Silk Exchange - Optional sweet stop for horchata and food included -Discover Islamic & Roman Secrets

1. 1

   Stop 1

   10 min

   A historic square built directly over Valencia's oldest Roman ruins (Valentia Edetanorum, founded in 138 BC). It was also the site of the city's main Muslim mosque before the Christian reconquest

2. 2

   Stop 2

   10 min

   A beautiful pedestrian square that marks the ancient heart of Roman Valencia, where the Roman Forum (the city's main civic and political center) used to stand.

3. 3

   Casa del Punt de Ganxo

   10 min

   A striking Modernist building known for its unique facade decorated with colorful floral tiles and stone carvings that resemble crochet work (punt de gantxo).

4. 4

   Valencia Cathedral

   Pass by

   Valencia’s main cathedral, which visually traces the city's religious evolution: it was built on top of a Moorish mosque, which itself had been built over a Roman temple dedicated to Jupiter.

5. 5

   Tribunal de les Aigues de la Vega de Valencia

   Pass by

   Europe's oldest legal institution. While it formally dates back to the King Jaume I era, its system of solving irrigation disputes is deeply rooted in the agricultural laws and traditions of the 10th-century Muslim Caliphate of Córdoba

6. 6

   Stop 6

   10 min

   (optional) you can buy and taste the fresh and delicious orchata drink

7. 7

   Stop 7

   10 min

   One of the city's busiest hubs, newly renovated and offering great views of the Cathedral's main entrance.

8. 8

   Stop 8

   10 min

   (exterior)A charming square featuring a beautiful, highly detailed Baroque-style bell tower.

9. 9

   Plaza Redonda

   10 min

   A unique, hidden round square filled with small craft stalls, traditional lace shops, and tapas bars.

10. 10

    Plaza del Mercado

    Pass by

    The bustling square that connects the city's historic trade center with the vibrant central market area.

11. 11

    Stop 11

    Pass by

    A masterpiece of Modernist architecture, famous for its colorful ceramics and massive iron-and-glass dome.

12. 12

    La Lonja de la Seda

    Pass by

    A magnificent 15th-century Gothic building and UNESCO World Heritage site, originally used for the silk trade.

13. 13

    Stop 13

    10 min

    Valencia's grand main square, home to the City Hall, a massive central fountain, and impressive classic architecture.

14. 14

    Stop 14

    10 min

    A vibrant Basque restaurant that hides an incredible historic secret in its lower dining room: a beautifully preserved section of Valencia's 11th-century Islamic defense wall (complete with a square tower built using repurposed Roman stones).

15. 15

    Stop 15

    10 min

    The beautiful main railway station, famous for its stunning Art Nouveau facade decorated with local oranges and ceramics.

16. 16

    Stop 16

    Pass by

    A grand, 19th-century brick amphitheater built for bullfighting, designed to look like the Roman Colosseum.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.