13 must-see attractions in Valencia

Welcome to Valencia! This vibrant city is the perfect place to visit. Whether you want to visit the amazing City of Arts and Sciences or marvel at the marine life in the beautiful Oceanographic Park, Valencia will not disappoint you. Follow this guide to discover every wonderful attraction in the city and experience the local cuisine, culture and history. In your free time, we recommend you to take in a thrilling flamenco show or relax on the sunny beaches. Continue browsing the Valencia attractions guide below to find out more.

1. City of Arts and Sciences

The City of Arts and Sciences (Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias) is an avant-garde cultural complex in Valencia, Spain, designed by the famous architect Santiago Calatrava. The complex brings together modern architectural art and technological innovation, becoming a major landmark of the city.

Core buildings include the Science Museum (Museo de las Ciencias Príncipe Felipe), which attracts visitors with its unique futuristic design and interactive exhibitions; the Oceanogràfic, one of the largest aquariums in Europe, displaying a rich variety of marine life and ecosystems; the Art Palace (Palau de les Arts Reina Sofía), a multi-functional performing arts venue that often hosts operas, concerts and dance performances; the IMAX theater (L’Oceanogràfic’s Hemisférico) provides an immersive audio-visual experience; and large green spaces and trails make up the garden area of ​​the complex, providing visitors with space for leisure and entertainment.

The entire City of Arts and Sciences, with its unique streamlined architectural style, vast waters and green spaces, blends harmoniously with the natural environment, demonstrating Valencia’s forward-looking pursuit of modern culture and technology.

2. Valencia Oceanarium

Oceanogràfic Valencia is part of the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia, Spain, and is one of the largest aquariums in Europe. Designed by the famous architect Santiago Calatrava, this modern aquarium is known for its unique architectural style and rich marine life displays.

The building of the Ocean Park is shaped like a huge ship, and is divided into several themed areas, such as the Mediterranean area, the Red Sea area, the polar area and the tropical area, each of which displays the ecosystem of the corresponding sea area. Visitors can see various marine creatures here, including sharks, dolphins, whales, seals and tropical fish.