Day 3 in Valencia
Walk along the seashore!
Yet, there are so many to see in Valencia! But you cannot go to Valencia and not visit its fine sanded beaches surrounded by surprisingly blue waters. While approaching to the beach, you will find yourself guided towards it by exotic tall palm trees. You can choose to visit one of those two urban Valencian beaches: Las Arenas and La Malvarossa, where you can easily get by bus, by metro, or even on foot. Or, you can travel a little bit further and explore the Alboraya beach, or the Sueca, Cullera or Gandia. All these beaches enjoy the Blue Flag distinction. So, spend some hours wandering or relaxing here.
The Port of Valencia must not be missed! Here, you can admire a multitude of yachts and luxurious boats. The seaport is the fifth busiest seaport in Europe, providing services to more than 7,500 ships every year.
After a long stroll, hop into one of the restaurants that line up the seashore. Opt for the traditional Valencian paella or seafood dishes. Many tourists consider paella as Spain’s national dish, but it is in fact a regional Valencian dish, this being one of their identifying symbols.
After a hearty lunch, head to Turia River Gardens. The park is divided into 12 sections, stretching over 8 kilometers and embracing the north of Valencia, being also metaphorically called “the lungs of the city”. Just after several minutes of walking through the park, with so many flowers around you, you will forget that you are in an urban region! The place is also perfect for sport lovers: cycle tracks, running track, football, rugby, baseball fields, and a skating rink, all in one place! The Turia Garden will also offer you the possibility to admire the Valencian monuments in a more spectacular way, surrounded by local exotic plants and flowers, a perfect place to end your short trip to Valencia.