5 Sunday plans in Valencia.
Hola! If you’re looking for ways to make the most of your Sundays in Valencia, you’re in the right place! Here are five ideas for spending a great Sunday and in passing practising your Spanish. Here we go:
1. Relax in the Turia Gardens
The Turia Gardens are the green lung of Valencia. You can have a picnic, ride a bike, read, run or just lie in the sun and relax. It’s a great place to unwind. There you’ll surely meet lots of locals to practice your Spanish in a relaxed atmosphere.
Where: From the Parque de Cabecera to the City of Arts and Sciences.
When: All day, every day
In addition to the Turia Gardens, Valencia has other parks and green areas that you will love to know. Discover them here!
2. Visit the museums
Valencia has a large number of interesting museums and, best of all, some of them are free! Here are a few that you can visit without spending a single euro:
– Museo de Bellas Artes: An impressive collection of art from the 14th to the 20th century. Perfect for learning about the history of Spanish art.
– IVAM (Instituto Valenciano de Arte Moderno): If you like contemporary art, this is the place for you. It offers exhibitions of modern and avant-garde artists.
– Centro Cultural del Carmen (CCCC): A former convent converted into a cultural centre with contemporary art exhibitions and cultural activities.
On the other hand, we also recommend the following centre which is also worth a visit. General admission is 9,00 euros:
– Centro de Arte Hortensia Herrero: A place dedicated to contemporary art in a restored historic building, with temporary exhibitions of national and international artists.
Where:
- Museo de Bellas Artes: Calle de San Pío V, 9, 46010 Valencia
- IVAM: Calle Guillem de Castro, 118, 46003 Valencia
- Centro Cultural del Carmen: Calle Museo, 2, 46003 Valencia
- Centro de Arte Hortensia Herrero: Calle del Mar, 32, 46003 Valencia
When:
- Museo de Bellas Artes: from Tuesday to Sunday, 10am – 8pm
- IVAM: from Tuesday to Sunday, 10am – 7pm
- Centro Cultural del Carmen: from Tuesday to Sunday, 11am – 9pm
- Centro de Arte Hortensia Herrero: from Tuesday to Sunday, 10am – 7pm
3. Fall in love with Valencian gastronomy
If you are ready to discover and fall in love with the delicious Valencian gastronomy, Valencia has a culinary offer that will leave you speechless. Here are three restaurants where you can enjoy authentic local flavours:
– Saona: Saona is a modern and sophisticated option for enjoying Mediterranean cuisine in Valencia. With elegant decorations and a welcoming atmosphere, this restaurant offers a fusion of traditional flavours with contemporary touches at a very affordable price. What’s more, you can find this restaurant all over Valencia.
Address: Avenida Aragón, 30, 46021 Valencia
Opening hours: Every day from 1:30pm to 4pm and from 8:30pm to 11pm.
– Restaurante La Pepica: La Pepica is a classic in Valencia, known for its authentic Valencian paella and its privileged location next to the beach. Founded in 1898, it has been visited by famous personalities and has maintained its reputation for offering traditional dishes with fresh, quality ingredients.
Address: Paseo de Neptuno, 6, 46011 Valencia
Opening hours: Every day from 1pm to 4pm and from 8pm to 11pm.
– Voltereta en Casa: This is a restaurant that offers a gastronomic variety of food that your grandmother could be preparing at home. It doesn’t just offer typical Valencian dishes, but Spanish ones too. The food is delicious and the price is affordable, but don’t forget to check out other options such as Voltereta Bali or Voltereta Manhattan – all of them are worth it!
Address: Avenida de las Cortes Valencianas, 26, 46015, Valencia
Opening hours: from Tuesday to Sunday, from 1:30pm to 4pm and from 8:30pm to 11:30pm.
4. Go hiking nearby Valencia
Valencia not only has wonders in the city, but also in its surroundings. Here are some nearby hiking routes that we think you would enjoy:
– Ruta del Agua en Chelva: An easy and beautiful route that follows the course of the river Chelva. Ideal for a day in nature and practising Spanish with other hikers. In Chelva, about 68 km from Valencia.
– Parque Natural de la Sierra Calderona: With multiple trails offering spectacular views and a “good dose of fresh air”. Perfect for a day trip and located about 30 km from Valencia.
– Ruta de los Puentes Colgantes: It is a simple route that takes you across hanging bridges and canyons. It’s perfect for lovers of adventure and photography. It is located in Chulilla, about 60 km from Valencia. The views are breathtaking, but be careful if you suffer from vertigo!
5. Enjoy the sunset in L’Albufera
The Albufera of Valencia is a protected natural area that offers spectacular views. There’s nothing better than going there, (it’s just a few kilometres from the city), taking a boat ride and enjoying the tranquillity of the place. And if you’re lucky, you’ll be able to listen to the locals talk about the history and nature of the Albufera.
Where: Parque Natural de la Albufera, Valencia
When: At sunset, everyday
We hope that these 5 Sunday plans in Valencia will be useful for you to plan your weekends. At the same time, they will help you to get to know the natural and cultural richness of our beautiful city.
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