9 days in Valencia Itinerary

A charming old city originally founded as a Roman colony, Valencia is the country’s third-largest urban center.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Valencia: Misteri D'Elx (in Elche), Alicante (Monumento a Canalejas, Passeig Esplanada d'Espanya, &more) and Benidorm (Aqualandia, El Casco Antiguo de Benidorm, &more). Next up on the itinerary: learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Bioparc Valencia, steep yourself in history at Valencia Cathedral, admire the striking features of La Lonja de la Seda, and add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour.

To find where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, read Valencia trip itinerary builder.

If you are flying in from Portugal, the closest major aiports are Valencia Airport, Alicante International Airport and Ibiza Airport. August in Valencia sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 25°C at night.