Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències Travel Guide
Valencia
Visit Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències
Popular places to visit
City of Arts and Sciences
Watch an opera performance, visit an interactive science museum and spot 500 species of marine life at this multipurpose cultural and entertainment complex.
Oceanogràfic Aquarium
Explore this spectacular indoor-outdoor aquarium, home to innovative exhibits and more than 500 different marine species.
Prince Felipe Museum of Sciences
Learn about the mysterious human genome and about cutting-edge space research at this interactive science museum.
Queen Sofia Palace of the Arts
Watch time-honored classics and modern renditions at this futuristic opera house, which hosts ballet, opera and symphony performances in a contemporary setting.
Hemisferic
Enjoy a performance at Hemisferic, a popular theatre in Valencia. Wander through the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in this culturally rich area.
Fallas Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Fallas Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Valencia. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Valencia: 24 or 48-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket
From Albir, Altea, Benidorm & Calpe: Valencia City Excursion
Self Guided Tour in Valencia with 100 Captivating Audio Stories
Guadalest, Altea and Algar Fountains entrance from Valencia
Valencia Time Travel Hero: Exploration Game and Tour
Top hotels in Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències
NH Valencia Las Artes
Good hotel, did not have a room with king bed; only double beds.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Valencia Ciudad de las Ciencias by IHG
Modern hotel close to attractions Great staff
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Valenciaflats Ciudad de las Ciencias
Excellent front desk services. Thank you.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Rooms Ciencias
Good location. Near harbour. Clean nice breakfast
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hotel Arena Select
Excellent hotel and location. Will only stay here in Valencia. Only issue was I had to wait 10 minutes for someone to help me at front desk when I arrived. But other than that, everything was perfect.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Hotel Primus Valencia
Amazing 2 bedroom apartment
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències
Quatre Carreres
Quatre Carreres is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hemisferic and Queen Sofia Palace of the Arts.
Penya-roja
While visiting Penya-roja, you might make a stop by sights like Aqua Shopping Center and Turia Gardens.
Camins al Grau
Known for its pristine beaches and ample dining options, there's plenty to explore in Camins al Grau. You can visit top attractions like Aqua Shopping Center and Turia Gardens, and jump on the metro at Ayora Station or Maritim-Serreria Station to see more of the city.
La Gran Via
While La Gran Via may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Colón Market and Turia Gardens.
Ruzafa
Ruzafa is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ruzafa Market and Color Elefante.
Eixample
If you're spending time in Eixample, you might enjoy attractions like Ruzafa Market and Colón Market. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Xativa Station to see more of the city.
