Major city · Spain
ValenciaValència
Stay 2–3 nights to cover the old town, Arts & Sciences and a beach day; skip if you only have one night in Spain.
Valencia is Spain's third-largest city, balancing a Gothic core with futuristic architecture and wide beaches. It is more manageable than Madrid or Barcelona: key sights are within walking distance of the centre. The Turia riverbed park connects the historic district to the City of Arts and Sciences. March brings the Fallas festival, which dominates the city schedule.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat/humidity), Mar 1–19 (Fallas crowds)
- Airport
- VLC
- Nights
- 2–3
Rules in force · 9Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Iberia ↗Plan meals on the Iberian clock: Spanish kitchens serve lunch from about 13:30–14:00 and dinner from 20:30–21:00; Portugal eats an hour or so earlier. Early evenings are for tapas or petiscos, not full meals.
- Iberia ↗Inland Spain and Portugal (Seville, Córdoba, Madrid, the Alentejo) pass 40 °C in heatwaves from late June to August: sightsee before 11:00 and after 18:00, and keep July–August for the coasts and the green north.
- Iberia ↗Andorra and Gibraltar have their own border and customs rules and are reached only through Spain (or France for Andorra); read their pages before adding them, especially if you hold a limited Schengen visa.
- Spain ↗Spain is in the Schengen area. Check the entry rules for your passport on official sources; the EU's Entry/Exit System registers non-EU visitors at the first Schengen border, and further pre-travel authorisation rules are being introduced.
- Spain ↗High-speed trains have airport-style baggage screening at the station and boarding gates that close a few minutes before departure: arrive early.
- Spain ↗Carry your passport or ID: police may ask for it, and hotels must register every guest's document.
- Spain ↗The Alhambra in Granada and the Sagrada Família in Barcelona sell timed tickets that sell out weeks ahead in season; book on the official sites before you fix your dates.
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Valencia091 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Valencia, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR, €).Spain-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckEU and EEA plans roam at home prices; UK and other plans may charge — check before you land.Spain-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe across the mainland; it tastes of chlorine in some coastal areas.Spain-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Round up or 5–10% for good service; service is not usually added.Spain-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Spain-wide
- SafetyLow risk centrally.
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- RestroomsFew public toilets; use bars and cafés (buy a coffee).Spain-wide
- Emergency numbers091 police · 112 National Emergency · 061 ambulance/fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysSmall shops close about 14:00–17:00 and on Sundays; big chains and department stores open all day.Small shops close about 2:00 PM–5:00 PM and on Sundays; big chains and department stores open all day.Spain-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportVLC Valencia Airport (Metro lines 3/5 to Xàtiva station, ~21 min, €3.90 (≈ US$5) + €1 (≈ US$2) card fee).
- Getting aroundWalk the centre.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (café con leche)€1.50–2.50 (≈ US$2–3)
- BeerBeer (crujiente/caña)€2–3 (≈ US$3–4)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)5 km (3.1 mi) taxi3.1 mi (5 km) taxi€10–15 (≈ US$12–18)
- Museum or sight ticketMuseum entry (general range)€5–15 (≈ US$6–18)
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per person€20 (≈ US$25)
- Mid-range bedHotel double room, a night, per room€110 (≈ US$130)
- High-end bedHotel double room, a night, per room€200 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €50 (≈ US$60) · Mid €90 (≈ US$110) · High €150 (≈ US$180)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- VLC Valencia Airport (Metro lines 3/5 to Xàtiva station, ~21 min, €3.90 + €1 card fee)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
17°C (62°F)62°F (17°C)
Feb
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Mar
Avoid
19°C (67°F)67°F (19°C)
Apr
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
May
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jun
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jul
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (87°F)87°F (31°C)
Sep
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Oct
Best
25°C (76°F)76°F (25°C)
Nov
not flagged
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Dec
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Mar, Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (31°C (87°F)87°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C) low), wettest Sep (7 rain days), driest Jul (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Valencia: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
17°C (62°F)62°F (17°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
4 rd
Feb
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
3 rd
Mar
19°C (67°F)67°F (19°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
4 rd
Apr
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12°C (53°F)53°F (12°C)
3 rd
May
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
4 rd
Jun
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
2 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (71°F)71°F (22°C)
1 rd
Aug
31°C (87°F)87°F (31°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
2 rd
Sep
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
19°C (67°F)67°F (19°C)
7 rd
Oct
25°C (76°F)76°F (25°C)
16°C (60°F)60°F (16°C)
6 rd
Nov
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
5 rd
Dec
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
8°C (47°F)47°F (8°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk the centre. Metro Lines 3/5 connect airport to downtown. Bus 150 is cheaper (€1.50) but slower. Buy a SUMA 10 card for metro/bus flexibility (approx €8 for 10 journeys in single zone; verify zone coverage for airport/beach). Taxis are metered; airport supplement applies.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Albufera Natural Park
goDoor to door: About 1 h each way
Bus or tram to El Palmar; check current EMT routes as lines change (check)
Boat trips and paella lunch; sunset is the highlight, so plan for late afternoon.
Sagunto
goDoor to door: About 45 min each way
Cercanías C2 train, about 30 min
Roman theatre and castle ruins on a hill.
Gandía
overnightDoor to door: About 1.5 h each way
Regional train or bus, about 1 h 15 min
Better as a beach base than a quick day trip.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Ciutat Vella (Old Town)
Central for sightseeing; noisy at night near bars.
Russafa
Trendy cafes and nightlife; 10-min walk to Old Town.
El Cabanyal
Beach access and seafood restaurants; tram connection.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €50–70 (≈ US$60–85) excl. bed
- Mid
- €70–120 (≈ US$85–140) excl. bed
- High
- €120 (≈ US$140)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hotel double room1 × 2 nights × €110 | €220 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × €90 | €360 |
| Metro airport transfer, one way2 × €5 · check | €10 |
| Oceanogràfic entry2 × €40 · check | €80 |
| eSIM, about a week of data2 × €15 | €30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €70 |
| Trip total≈ €193 per person per day, bed included | €770≈ US$900 |
2026 estimate in euros; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (café con leche) | €1.50–2.50 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Tapas plate | €3–6 (≈ US$4–7) |
| Beer (crujiente/caña) | €2–3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Paella lunch (per person share) | €15–25 (≈ US$18–30) |
| 5 km taxi | €10–15 (≈ US$12–18) |
| SUMA 10 transport card | €8 (≈ US$10) |
| Museum entry (general range) | €5–15 (≈ US$6–18) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Street signs use Valencian names, not Spanish; maps may differ.
- Bike lanes are everywhere; watch for cyclists when crossing.
- Fallas fireworks run late into the night during mid-March.
- Many shops close Sundays except tourist zones.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 091
- National Emergency
- 112
- Ambulance/Fire
- 061
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Emergency
- Police091
- National Emergency112
- Ambulance/Fire061
Embassy
Check your country's embassy in Madrid or consulate in Valencia via official government sites.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Airport → Centre, Metro: €3.90 (≈ US$5) + €1 (≈ US$2) card fee, ~21 min
- Airport → Centre, Bus 150: €1.50 (≈ US$2), ~30–40 min
- Taxi Airport → Centre: €20–25 (≈ US$25–30) incl. supplement
Say or show
- Bon dia — Hello / Good morning (bon dee-ah)
- Gràcies — Thank you (gra-see-es)
- Si us plau — Please (see oos plow)
- Quant val? — How much is it? (kant val)
- On és el bany? — Where is the toilet? (on es el ban-yo)
- El compte, si us plau — The bill, please (el kom-teh, see oos plow)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Valencia. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (heat/humidity), Mar 1–19 (Fallas crowds) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 4 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Airport-to-bed contract for VLC: last metro departures field-checked, taxi fallback, overnight rung.
- Four walking clusters with rescue anchors: Old Town, Russafa, Turia Park, Arts & Sciences.
- Place pages with verified cutoffs (Llotja, Cathedral, Oceanogràfic) and eat pages with last orders.
- Golden and hostile arrival fixtures so gates A–D can go green.