What to see in Valencia in 2 days

Valencia is able to easily captivate travellers with its wide range of attractions, including a vast array of cultural and nature-related activities, a great cuisine, and a generous helping of the avant-garde. The most surprising thing about the city’s monuments is the mix of traditional and contemporary architecture, with beautiful Gothic edifices coexisting with futuristic shapes such as the Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències. The best way to capture the vibe of Valencia is to meander through the neighbourhoods of El Carmen and Ruzafa, and to take in the aromas and colours of the products on display in such markets as the Central Market.

This city on the banks of the river Túria also has dozens of museums, some of which should definitely not be missed, including the Museum of Fine Arts and the IVAM [Valencia Institute of Modern Art], as well as others, like the Museo Fallero [The Falles Museum], which are chock-full of fascinating exhibits. Families should make a bee-line for the Oceanogràfic, which is considered to be the largest aquarium in Europe, and for the Bioparc, where they will find an impressive selection of African wildlife.

As you are about to find out, a two-day itinerary in Valencia can be most rewarding.