Valencia is touted to be one of the most romantic cities of Spain. Situated on the Mediterranean coast, the city is a treasure house of art and architecture. It is dotted with marvelous buildings that are in true Spanish architectural tradition are a conglomeration of the Romanesque, Gothic, Mudejar, Renaissance and Neo-classical architectural styles.

Valencia is also home to museums, parks and gardens. It also has a great coast. A popular destination for vacationers to the Costa Blanca, Valencia offers plenty of sightseeing opportunities.

Popular Attractions of Valencia

Plaza de la Virgen

One of the popular public squares of Valencia, Plaza de la Virgen is the site of the gorgeous Valencia Cathedral and the Miguelete Tower. During the Roman period, the plaza was the venue of the Roman forum. The cathedral is an imposing Gothic structure with elements of Romanesque, Baroque, Renaissance and Mudejar architecture. The Miguelete Tower, the bell tower of the cathedral, offers a panoramic view of Valencia from the top. The other attractions of the plaza include the Santo Domingo Convent and Virgen de los Desamparados Basilica.

Silk Exchange

The 15th century Silk Exchange of Valencia, built in the Gothic style, is one of the finest civil Gothic architectures in Europe. This ancient venue for silk trading with its ornate interior is a World Heritage site.

Museums of Valencia

Valencia is one of the fine art hubs of Spain. The works of the Valencian artists are archived in the art museums of the city. San Pio V Museum of Fine Arts is one of the leading art museums of the city. It contains works of artists of the Valencian school. The museum also contains masterpieces of famous artists of other Spanish schools. The art galleries of the Valencian Institute of Modern Art display artworks of 20th century artists. Another popular art museum in Valencia worth visiting is the Patriarch’s Museum located in the Corpus Christi Seminary. A large collection of ceramics is preserved in the Gonzalez Marti National Ceramics Museum.

Parks and Gardens

The gardens and parks of Valencia are popular venues for leisure activities. Gulliver’s Park is a prominent recreational park for children. The Botanical Garden is among the greenest areas of the city. The luxurious Turia and Monforte gardens with their neoclassic layout are popular attractions of Valencia. The Arts and Science Centre, Principe Felipe Science Museum and the L’Oceanografic aquarium attract a large number of tourists.

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