Things to do in Valencia
Valencia has everything you need for a successful citybreak, including great entertainment. One of the best parts of your citybreak will be experiencing the tasteful culinary traditions of Valencia. The restaurants in Valencia are spread all over the city. The best restaurants are located in the historic city centre and near the waterfront. After a good meal you will be well prepared for the vibrant Valencia nightlife. Direct yourself to the Carmen district and check out the many bars. If you are looking for the best discos in Valencia, then you go to the Canovas area. Also visiting a theatre in Valencia belongs to the great entertainment possibilities in the city. Valencia is home to all kinds of theatre genres; from classical drama to opera and from musical to puppet theatre.
Valencia Restaurants
Valencia has great gastronomic traditions. Due to the fantastic Mediterranean climate Valencia has the best fruits and vegetables. But also the sea brings Valencia the best fish and seafood. Did you know that near Valencia they also produce large quantities of rice? Put all the best Valencian ingredients together and what do you get: paella! Together with a glass of the best Valencian wines you will enjoy the best dinner ever! Where should you go in Valencia? We made a list with some great restaurants in Valencia;
La Fonda
One of the best places to eat Valencian paella is without a doubt Restaurant La Fonda at the Plaza de la Reina. The nice ambiance, the friendly service and great food will make you want to come back every night. Besides the great paella dishes, you can also try other tasteful seafood dishes as lobster or Galician clams or mussels. Do you prefer meat? Then you can order delicious meat from the barbecue. We can highly recommend you Restaurant La Fonda.
Address: Plaza de la Reina 11
La Goyesca
In Valencia you can also taste from culinary traditions of other Spanish regions for example in Restaurant La Goyesca where they serve Andalusian specialties. They also have a great tapas bar. The restaurant is situated in the southeast of the city centre of Valencia.
Address: Calle del Maestro Gozalbo 25
El Trompo
In the Old City of Valencia near the beach you can find restaurant El Trompo. This restaurant is famous for its great paella’s. Of course you will also have here an excellent choice in great Spanish wines.
Address: Paseo Maritimo Malvarrosa 10
Nightlife Valencia
In Valencia you will find a rich and varied nightlife. The best location for a fantastic night is the historic El Carmen district. Here you will find a great variety of bars and clubs. Whether you like dance, punk, reggae, rock or salsa, here you will find the right nightlife spots. Another fashionable nightlife area in Valencia is the Canovas district. This is the place to be if you are looking for large discos with popular house and dance music. Besides, you can also find here some great salsa and Latino clubs. So let’s go and dance in Valencia! Read more about the best nightlife addresses in Valencia:
Bolseria
A night at Bolseria in the Carmen district will be a night you will always remember. In this stylish club you will meet the most intriguing people of Valencia, one by one beautifully dressed up. The Bolseria is a great place to have a drink, to meet new people and to have a dance on the little dance floor.
Address: Calle Bolseria 19
Radio City
Radio City stands for; something for everyone! This is a great nightlife spot in the Carmen district in Valencia. Radio City always has the best parties on its calendar. So don’t forget to check it out during your citybreak Valencia. Here you will meet all kinds of people and you can dance on all kinds of music; from salsa to jazz and from funk to rock.
Address: Santa Teresa 19
Cocoloco
Are you in for a crazy night in Valencia? Then the Cocoloco club is definitely the place to be. Here you can party all night on the tunes of dance, pop and house. Also check out all the great parties that are held here with the best DJ’s that will keep the party going till early in the morning.
Address: Passeo Marítimo Neptuno
Theatre Valencia
In Valencia you can find plenty of theatres. Would you like to go out with your children during your citybreak Valencia, then you can go to the Teatro de Marionetas la Estrella. Do you prefer a classical drama or a musical, then you should check out the program of the Teatro Principal. But we can also recommend you to watch a theatre show at the Palacio de la Musica. Learn more about these theatres in Valencia:
Teatro de Marionetas la Estrella
The Teatro de Marionetas la Estrella is a nice puppet theatre in Valencia and is home to the Estrella Theatre Company, which was founded in 1978. The theatre was first opened in April 1995. Every Saturday and Sunday you can watch here nice and funny puppets shows. The beautiful puppets will definitely steal your heart.
Address:
Calle Los Angeles 33 bajo
Calle Dr. Sanchis Bergón 29 bajo
Teatro Principal
Visiting the Teatro Principal always will be a special experience, as this theatre is the oldest theatre of Valencia. The Teatro Principal was built between 1808 and 1832. The theatre is specialized in musical and drama. You can find this theatre in the middle of the city centre of Valencia.
Address: Calle de las Barcas 15
Palacio de la Musica
The Palacio de la Musica is one of the most important concert halls of Spain. The theatre building is a great example of modern architecture and looks like a gigantic greenhouse located in the Turia riverbed and surrounded by the beautiful Turia Gardens. The Palacio de la Musica was built in 1984. Here they organize concerts, operas, ballet shows, musicals and art exhibitions.
Address: Paseo de la Alameda 30