Valencia: Free Things to Do
Valencia: Free Things to Do
Roxana, @TravelWithNewEyes
A guide to cool, free things to do in lovely Valencia, Spain. 💃🏻
Some of these things are entirely free all the time, while others are only partially free or only on certain days. If you plan wisely, you can easily save some money while discovering lots of cool places. 💰
In this guide, you will find:
🏛️Impressive museums
⛲Lovely parks
🏙️Cool areas
🍒Lively markets
⛪Historical landmarks
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Museu del Corpus - Casa de les Roques
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A small but cool museum where you can see the giants and ceremonial carts used in the Corpus Christi festival. It's a great spot to learn about one of the most popular festivities in the city.
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CCCC (Centre del Carme Cultura Contemporània)
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Even if you're not a fan of contemporary art, I recommend a visit to this museum. The exhibitions change regularly, but they are housed in a beautiful space, a 13-century former convent with a stunning Gothic cloister.
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Museu Nacional de Ceràmica i de les Arts Sumptuàries Gonzàlez Martí
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This museum is among the most popular in Valencia, housing ceramics, porcelains, and other decorative arts. The building itself is sumptuous and elaborate, an absolute must in Valencia. Normally, the entry fee is 3€, but it's free on Saturday evenings and Sundays.
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Serranos Towers
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On Sunday mornings, you can climb to the top of the Serranos Tower free of charge and enjoy sweeping views of Valencia: the historical center on one side, and the Turia and modern neighborhoods on the other.
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Túria Park
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What trip to Valencia could ever be complete without a stroll through Turia Park? What is now the city's largest green space, used to be a river. After a devastating flood in 1957, the city of Valencia diverted the river and transformed the former riverbed into a park.
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Jardins del Real / Vivers
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This gorgeous landscaped park is the ideal place for a leisurely stroll on a lazy Sunday. Walk down the curated walkways, admire the variety of plants, or maybe have a picnic in the park.
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Jardí de Montfort
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This is a delightful little garden close to Jardins del Real. When the flowers are in bloom, it's an explosion of colors and scents. One of my favorite free spots in Valencia.
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Central Market of Valencia
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It's nearly impossible not to stop by the Central Market of Valencia, given its prime position at the heart of the historical center. Wander around to enjoy the flavors and colors of various foods and maybe grab lunch here.
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Mercat de Colón
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The great thing about Mercat de Colon is that it stays open until late at night, at least the part with the restaurants. So you can enjoy a drink or dinner here at any time. But it's also a really imposing and beautiful building, so check it out!
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Valencia City Hall
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From Monday to Friday, in the mornings, you can access some areas of Valencia's City Hall free of charge, Check out the imposing halls and enjoy the lovely view from the main balcony overlooking Plaza del Ayuntamiento.
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Russafa
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Russafa (or Ruzafa in Castillano) is Valencia's hip neighborhood, with cute cafés, brunch spots, and cool restaurants. It's also home to colorful buildings and the lively Ruzafa Market. Head there in the late morning for brunch or in the afternoon for a drink.
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Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias
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I know what you're thinking. "Isn't this the most expensive thing to do in Valencia?" And the answer is yes if you want to visit the museum, aquarium, etc. But you can stroll around the place for free. This is actually one of my favorite places to just walk around and admire the stunning architecture.
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Valencia Cathedral
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The complete visit, with the cathedral museum, has a 9€ entry fee, but you can visit the cathedral, including the Holy Grail Chapel, for free during certain time slots. Entries are free Monday to Saturday from 7.30 AM to 10 AM and from 6.30 PM to 8.30 PM; Sundays from 7.30 AM to 1.30 PM and 6.30 PM to 8.30 PM.
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La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia
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Normally, there is a 2€ entry fee for this museum right next to the Central Market. However, you can enter free of charge on Sundays until 2 PM. This must be Valencia's most beautiful Gothic Building, be sure to check it out!
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El Carmen
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This is the place to go if you enjoy street art. Just wander around the neighborhood and check out stunning murals.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Roxana, @TravelWithNewEyes
Hi! I'm Roxana, a travel writer originally from Romania, but I lived over half my life in Italy. I've always had a passion for travel and writing, and I'm happy I managed to combine these two passions into an actual job. After living in Rome, Lisbon, Berlin, and Rome again, I became a nomad in January 2022. However, I regularly go back to my two homes, Rome, Italy and Brasov, Romania.
Over the past 14 years since my first solo trip, I have been to over 35 countries and countless cities. I have mostly traveled through Europe and spent extensive time in Spain, Portugal, Italy, Croatia, Greece, and Germany. Outside of Europe, I spent significant time in Guatemala, Australia, and the US.
Lately, I have appreciated slow travel. I like to spend more than just a few days in a city to truly get to know it, and this has allowed me to gain a deeper knowledge of many places.
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