Free tour

Traces of the Republic and the Civil War in Valencia - Free tour

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Valencia

Duration: 2 hours and 15 minutes

Languages: 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

The route “Valencia in times of the Republic” puts into context the importance of Valencia in the 1930s, during the Second Spanish Republic. In the midst of the Civil War, Largo Caballero's government decided to move to Valencia, which would be the capital of the Republic for a year.

With the help of an official local guide, you will learn more about the transformations that took place in the city's appearance, its streets and its most emblematic places, those that changed the course of history.

You will discover the traces of "Blasquism", since the Valencian writer and politician Vicente Blasco Ibáñez was a key figure in the development of the republican spirit of the city. You will visit various medieval palaces converted into ministries.

Itinerary

North Station (meeting point)
Bullring
Town Hall Square
Peace Street
Tetouan Square
Palace of the Marquis of Campo
Palace of the Borgias
Serranos Towers

IMPORTANT:
- A minimum of 5 people is required for the tour to take place

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

C/ de Xàtiva, 24, Extramurs, 46004 València, Valencia, Spain

Under the clock on the facade of the North Station with a black and white umbrella.

Outside visit

Plaça de l'Ajuntament

Outside visit

Bullring of Valencia

Outside visit

Calle de la Paz

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).