Place's to visit in Valencia

Lonja De La Seda was a silk exchange centre and a most prominent monument of Valencia. Being a magnum opus of civil Gothic structural design, this monument has been identified as World Heritage Zone by Unesco. Built between the 14th and 15th centuries, it has the firm exterior of a citadel; this structure will leave you spellbound with its splendid main hall and the inscrutable carvings which hold the secrets and mysteries of an ancient society here, that still stay unfolded.

Situated in the City of Arts and Sciences, the Oceanographic offers an exciting underwater journey in the largest aquarium in Europe.

A boat trip in this renowned natural park will be an unforgettable experience for the children.

This amazing museum has everything related to the Las Fellas International festival and it is undoubtedly a fun place for kids.

The Principe Science Museum and the Hemisferic at the City of Science and Arts are ideal places for the kids to have fun with the various adventurous journeys at the space station and 3D image adventures.

The spectacular Cathedral of Valencia was built in the 13th century, using various architectural modes. Symbolizing this, the three main doors of the cathedral are in three different styles – Baroque, Gothic and Romanesque. It was constructed over a Muslim Mosque, which was believed to be a Roman temple earlier. You can reach the terrace of this superb structure via a spiral stairway and enjoy breathtaking views of the city, sea and the countryside.

This is one of the oldest churches in Valencia which was constructed in the 18th century. This charming and elegant tower with three naves of side chapels is one of the most admired sights in Valencia. Known as a landmark in Valencia, it is an entrance to the famous Bario Del Mercat.

Built in 1667, this renowned church has been remodelled in the following century in the baroque style. This church is particularly famous for its iconographic images covering the plinth of the chapel: angles and men with fish tails.

Apart from these, there is a multitude of historically significant churches located in this culturally rich city.

The Albufera Natural Park is one of the most prominent wetland areas, which accommodates a wide variety of wildlife and rare group of wading birds. The largest lake in Spain is located here, which provides water for their main crop, ice. You can also venture out for a walking tour through the old city which will take you to the medieval era.

The Torres De Serranos or the Serranos Towers were built in 1391 by Pere Balaguer, as a means of reinforcing the city. It is one of the largest Gothic city gateways in and around Europe, which temporarily accommodated prison cells and presented as a victorious archway on many celebratory and formal occasions. From these towers, you can enjoy marvelous views of the city and the river Turia.