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City of Arts and Sciences
Valencia
The futuristic City of Arts and Sciences, designed by the Valencian architect Santiago Calatrava is made up of the Palace of Arts, the Hemeisferic, the Oceanographic, and the Museum of Sciences, each loacted in incredible buildings.
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Albufera Natural Park
Valencia
La Albufera park is the best place for residents of Valencia to take friends and family when they come to visit. It’s 11 km outside of the city and has a magnificent vantage point (La caste del Pescador – the fisherman’s hut) on the
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Oceanogràfic
Valencia
This complex opened in 2002 and is part of what is called The City of Arts and Sciences. It is the biggest marine park in Europe. We will find here the world’s different marine habitats and we will be able to observe more than 40,000
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Playa de la Malvarrosa
Valencia
Getting to Valencia, heading along the Azahares coastal area, entering into the marina neighborhood, where Malvarrosa beach gave me a great feeling up serenity and peace. The fine sand and relaxing sound of the waves creates a great
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Valencia Cathedral
Valencia
Situated in the heart of the city of Valencia, The cathedral of Valencia is worth a visit, known as the Cathedral of Santa Maria; its bell tower is a highlight, nicknamed the ‘Miguelete’ in Spanish or in Valencian ‘Micalet’.
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Las Fallas
Valencia
Well I made a quick trip to see Las Fallas, as I’d never been. I spent the whole of Thursday 19th watching las fallas, and then went to the Town Hall Square, where they burned the falla at 1 in the morning. My experience of day I
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Central Market (Mercado Central)
Valencia
The Valencia Central Market is curious, unique and beautiful (as many markets) in its tradition and architecture. Take a walk around here and see both the building itself, as well as the stalls and their disposition, it is a good way
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Bioparc Valencia
Valencia
One of the things I've always loved is zoos. But then again, I also feel a lot of pity seeing the animals behind bars and in their eyes, a light that has slowly faded away.
With the arrival of the Bioparc, the city of Valencia
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Jardí del Túria
Valencia
The story of this garden is amazing, being that it is located on the old Turia riverbed. The terrible floods caused by the river brought so much misery to Valencia that they decided to get rid of it and in its place build a
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Lonja de Seda or Lonja de Los Mercaderes
Valencia
This exceptional location, a UNESCO world heritage site, was built to facilitate trade in a period of economic expansion for Valencia. It is in the plaza del mercardo (market square), opposite the Church of the Two Johns, another work
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Valencia Kinepolis
Paterna
There are 24 theatres, I highly recommend it for the spaciousness and comfort of the seats, and exceptional picture and sound quality offered to viewers. It is located 8 minutes from the city. It is now possible to reach it by line 4
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Plaza Redonda
Valencia
The Plaza Redonda (Round Plaza) is a corner of Valencia, that wandering aimlessly, I found ... It has four entrances, one from the Plaza de Lope de Vega, and it is very near Valencia Cathedral.
As the name suggests, it has a
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Restaurants in Valencia
Restaurants in Valencia
Where to eat during your
trip to Valencia
Creperie Bretonne Annaick
Valencia
This restaurant has several attractions that make it a good choice if you want to discover a new place to fall in love with, or just impress someone when inviting them to dinner.
Starting with its central Location opposite the
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Bodega La Pascuala
Valencia
A unique and authentic locale, one of the few remaining in Valencia, it’s in the heart of Cabanyal, a step away from the seashore. It remains the same, hopefully for many more years, this winery that on Saturday mornings has hoards of
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La Pappardella
Valencia
Just as well we saw this restaurant, because otherwise we would’ve ended eating burgers! We were having dinner at the Papardella last week, and I must say is one of the few restaurants in which I've had real Italian food, with the
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San Tommaso
Valencia
I think San Tommaso is the best Italian restaurant in Valencia. They have a large variety of dishes, and all of the pasta and pizza is homemade. It's located in the historic center of Valencia, near Calle Caballeros. Don't miss out!
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La Pepica
Valencia
I've posted two photos of this La Pepica, one of which shows the kitchen staff back in the 60's. For forty years, the restaurant has been run by the same professionals who cooked for others on a coal stove (the only one on the beach,
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Casa Mundo
Valencia
This place, along with Los Toneles, is the most popular place to enjoy a squid sandwich but I wondered if its popularity was deserved? I thought that, to find out, I should try the dish in question, only five euros. By the way, its
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Horchatería Santa Catalina
Valencia
The Santa Catalina Horchatería is the establishment most typical of Valencia. With two centuries of tradition and decorated in traditional Valencian style, it attracts many customers both Valencian and foreign. It is located in the
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Restaurante Xingú
Valencia
Xingu is a Brazilian pizzeria located in the Valencian neighbourhood of Benimaclet. It is one of my favourite places to dine, for its food and décor.
They have a variety of starters like cosinhas, sausage and cheese bread, which
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Pan de Azúcar
Valencia
One of my favourite restaurants in Valencia. Pan de Azúcar offers a menu that makes you drool while you read. Or at least it did me, ha-ha.
There is a variety of starters, I recommend the patatas bravas (they are delicious and made
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Bar Pilar
Valencia
"La Pilareta" is one of those specialized places, with a long history and a grand tradition that lets them enjoy success year after year.
The specialty of this bar is, of course, the "clóchinas" which is what they call mussels in
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Horchatería Daniel
Alboraya
A must if you want to try horchata from its origin, lovely and inseparable from any specialty fartons, although I prefer the typical serving with a warm glaze, which may be eaten with fresh horchata! In the district of Alboraya
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La Marcelina
Valencia
I went to La Marcelina after reading recommendations on minube and we loved it! We got a table overlooking the beach and ordered the menu of fresh garlic bread, the fish platter, a peeled-seafood paella for two, drink and dessert for
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Barceló Valencia hotel
Valencia
This very new and modern hotel is one of the latest by the Barceló chain. It is on the outskirts of the Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències (city of arts and sciences complex) in Valencia, with beautiful views towards the latter.
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Hotel Neptuno
Valencia
Great hotel on Malvarrosa beach. Although outwardly it doesn’t look like much, once you enter you completely change your mind. Decorated with a Zen feel it also boasts a fine collection of paintings and sculptures by renowned artists.
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AC Hotel Valencia, A Marriott Luxury & Lifestyle Hotel
Valencia
A city hotel with 174 rooms and all the amenities and services that you'd expect from the AC Hotels chain. It has a convenient location close to many landmarks that you might want to see, such as the City of Arts and Sciences, the
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Ilunion Aqua 3 hotel
Valencia
The hotel is very nice, and has a great location, next to the City of Arts and Sciences. I didn't like the main entry door, because you have to wait outside for the woman on reception to let you in. Still, the only really important
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SH Ingles Boutique Hotel
Valencia
The Hotel itself is already a tourist trip, as it is set in an eighteenth century building which is considered a site of cultural heritage in the city of Valencia. Its facilities are modern, as they have been rebuilt in 1998, and
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Las Arenas Balneario Resort
Valencia
I had the good fortune to return to this hotel a second time, although both times have been for business, not pleasure. However, it is a pleasure to work here, what do you want me to say ... and in fact it provides quite good
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NH Ciudad de Valencia hotel
Valencia
The Hotel Catalonia Excelsior is located on Paseo del Puerto, an enclave in the city, a 30 minute walk from the beach, downtown or the universities and just a 10 minute walk from The Arts and Sciences complex.
The rooms are quite
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Hotel Miramar
Valencia
It's a tiny place, but they have some rooms with beautiful views of the sea. The large room, very bright with a huge whirlpool ... Affordable price include breakfast and VAT, which in other hotels in the area is not the case. The
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