Free tour

Time Capsule: History Tour of Valencia

4.86

Excellent(29)

Valencia

Duration: 2 hours

Languages: English

Guru: Doe

PRO

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Registered on 13 August 2023

Hi! My name is Doe. I am a certified tour guide from Valencia. I was born in Ireland and raised in Valencia. I studied Fine Arts and a masters in Museum Art Education! For me learning is joy.

Free reservation and cancellation

Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Discover the 2100 years of history that lie under the pebble stones of Valencia's city centre! While visiting the emblematic buildings of the historic centre, this history-focused tour will walk you through the events that have shaped Valencia.

Tour Highlights:
- River Turia: Learn about the creative and destructive nature of the River Turia, now Europe's longest urban park, and the floods of 1957 and 2024.
- The Romans: Step back in time to the two Roman foundings of Valentia, the City of the Brave.
- Cathedral of Valencia: Visit the oldest door of the Cathedral and delve into the story of Valencia’s surprising relics of St. Vincent and the Last Supper.
- Muslim Balansiya: Wander through the narrow streets of the Muslim period of Valencia and learn about its lasting imprint.
- The Silk Route: Admire La Lonja de la Seda, a testament to Valencia’s Golden Age as the capital of silk and commerce.
- Central Market and Valencian cuisine beyond Paella.
- December Special - Christmas in Spain: Discover what makes the Christmas holidays unique in Spain.

Join us for an enriching experience that combines history, culture, and cuisine, offering a comprehensive view of Valencia.

Feel free to share your interests with the guide so she can help you best enjoy your trip!

Starting point: Start of the Bridge of Serranos, by the palm trees. I am a tall blonde woman with a red scarf, as you can see in the pictures.

End point: Plaza Lope de Vega

Duration: 2 hours

Free Tours are tip-based. Remember to carry cash. If not, I also have Revolut and Bizum. If you have any special needs I should take into consideration, feel free to message me before the tour so I can ensure you have the best experience.

Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:

Pte. dels Serrans, La Saïdia, 46003 València, Valencia, Spain

Start of Bridge of Serranos, by the palm trees. I am a tall blonde woman with a red scarf, as you can see in the pictures. https://maps.app.goo.gl/cVU5FtfFWNGDTyEC6

Outside visit

Torres de Serranos

Gothic gates of the Medieval Christian wall

Outside visit

Jardín del Túria

The old river of Valencia, lifegiving yet cruel.

Outside visit

Palacio de Benicarló

Did you know that Valencia was once the capital of Spain?

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not 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).