Valencia is a charming old city and the third Spanish city in terms of importance and population in Spain. It is on the Mediterranean Sea approximately 4 hours to the south of Barcelona and 3 hours to the east of Madrid.

Valencia is famous for the City of Arts and Sciences, the Valencia Cathedral, the Old Town, the Central Market, and being the birthplace of paella. Valencia is also popular for its peculiar museums, quirky festivals, beautiful sunny weather, and fantastic sandy beaches.

Top 10 Attractions

Be amazed by these 10 top attractions in Valencia:[1]

1. City of Arts and Sciences (see Figure 2)

2. Valencia's Central Market (Mercado Central)

3. La Lonja de la Seda

4. L'Oceanografic Aquarium

5. Valencia Cathedral

6. Plaza de Ayuntamiento

7. Turia Gardens

8. Malvarrosa Beach

9. National Ceramic Museum

10. Bioparc Zoo

Special Spanish Dishes

Valencia is home to Spain’s most famous dish (i.e., Paella) as well as six Michelin-starred restaurants.  Tt is a great city to visit as a tourist and not just for the food and wine. There is no shortage of great tapas bars to discover. And here’s a bonus, a glass of wine here is as cheap as any place on the planet.

Here is a list of special Spanish dishes in Valencia:[5]

• Paella—A Spanish Favorite

• Arros Negre

• Tapas and Pinchos

• Agua de Valencia: A Spanish Cocktail

• Horchata—A Spanish Specialty

• Churros and Hot Chocolate

And, one of the best Valencia tourist attractions, Mercat Central Valencia. It is surely one of the most beautiful, food markets you’ll find anywhere.

References

1. 10 Top Tourist Attractions in Valencia

2. The Valencia, Spain bucket list: 10 things to visit and experience (video)

3. Valencia City Map to Download

4. The Coolest Neighbourhoods in Valencia

5. Valencia a Great Place for Special Spanish Dishes

6. Why Gracia is the Perfect Neighbourhood to Stay in Barcelona

7. 12 Magical Christmas Markets to Visit in Spain

8. Eight really cool things to do and see in Valencia