Known as the third largest metropolitan area in Spain, the city of Valencia is also commonly referred to as the ‘New Barcelona’. It is one of today’s hottest tourist and cruise destinations in Spain. This is due to a large regeneration project of its marina (port area), which is worth about €1.5 billion, to host the world’s most celebrated yachting event — the America’s Cup, back in 2007. This investment placed Valencia on the global map, as one of the world’s best yachting centres.
The city of Valencia is also widely known for ‘La Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias’ (The City of Arts and Sciences). An architectural masterpiece, the facility houses a diverse range of visitor attractions. Inside it is ‘L’Oceanografic’ – a modern marine park, the largest of its kind in Europe. It features an exciting shark tunnel, a delightful dolphinarium, and gigantic aquaria.
Similar to other popular cruise and tourist destinations in the Mediterranean, Spain’s third largest metropolis also features an interesting Old Town. And when night arrives, this section of the city hosts ‘la marcha’ – a throbbing and exhilarating nightlife. The Old Town is also dotted with small boutiques and shops, such as ‘El Atril’, at the Plaza Merced. Here, you can find some centuries-old bullfighting posters and other nice Spanish antiques.
If shopping is your thing, then you shouldn’t miss the ‘Mercado Central’, or Central Market. Built in the early 20th century as a monument to the ‘modernista’ movement, over a thousand stalls are housed in this picturesque hall.
If you are planning to spend your holiday in Valencia, and you’re from outside the EU, please keep in mind that you are likely to need a tourist visa.
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