Free tour

Valencia, impressive melting pot of cultures- Free tour

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Valencia

Duration: 2 hours and 15 minutes

Languages: English and Spanish

Guru: Valenciatoursconlucia

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Registered on 22 August 2019

Hello! I´m Lucia, a native of Valencia and passionate about local culture and traditions. I am an official tourist guide of Valencia County and a seasoned languages teacher. I´m bilingual in English language and I hold a B.A. in Social Sciences and Geography I have worked as a tour guide for several years, first in Dublin in the City Tour bus and now in my hometown, Valencia. As a local, I know many hidden corners and secrets of the city that I will share with you. I consider myself an empathetic and cheerful person with great communication skills. I love travelling and that is why I know very well what makes a place special. I have lived in exciting countries like Ethiopia, Burma and China as well as the UK and Ireland. Valencia is an amazing city where many exciting adventures await you. I will help you discover spectacular places and endless secrets and curiosities. Tour Valencia with me and I promise you an unforgettable experience!!!

Free booking and cancellation

Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Do you want to know the rich history and culture of the city of Valencia? Let yourself be accompanied by an official native guide, very passionate and knowledgeable about her hometown.

This tour is special because it is planned as a journey in time through a rich history of more than 2,000 years, visiting the most emblematic buildings where key events took place. I will reveal the legacy left by Romans, Arabs and Christians and I will tell you legends of legendary characters who lived in Valencia such as the Borja family, or Jaime I, El Conquistador.

Our tour includes visit to the following areas:
1. Serranos Towers, the main Medieval gate to access the city
2. Palace of the Borgias, one of the most powerful and wicked dinasties of the 15th to 17th centuries.
3. Virgin Square: Cathedral with its interesting mix of architectural styles, Basilica of the Virgin and Generalitat Palace.
4. Queen Square: St. Catherine Tower, Micalet Tower
5. Palace of Marquis of Two Waters, National Museum of Ceramics
6. Round Square and Lope de Vega Square (secret unveiled)
7. Market Square: Lonja de la Seda (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Santos Juanes Church and the Central Market, a marvel for the senses.

I will give you recommendations so that you can enjoy your stay in the city to the fullest, including restaurants to eat paella and tapas.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

- THE TOUR WILL ONLY BE CARRIED OUT IF THERE IS A MINIMUM OF 4 PEOPLE

- ONLY CASH PAYMENT IS ACCEPTED IN EUROS CURRENCY

- IF YOU CANNOT ATTEND, I WOULD APPRECIATE YOU TO CANCEL YOUR RESERVATION TO LEAVE SPACES FOR OTHER PEOPLE

- FOLLOWING NEW REGULATIONS OF GROUPS REDUCED TO 20 PEOPLE AND HIGH DEMAND, RESERVATIONS CAN ONLY BE GUARANTEED FOR THOSE BEING ON TIME OR COMMUNICATING THEY WILL BE ATTENDING.

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

Plaça dels Furs, Ciutat Vella, 46003 València, Valencia, Spain

I'll be waiting for you at the inner square called Plaza de los Fueros by the Serranos Towers carrying a black and white umbrella.

Outside visit

Silk market

Outside visit

Saint Nicholas of Bari and Saint Peter Martyr

Outside visit

Basilica of the Mare de Déu dels Desamparats

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).