Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències Travel Guide
Valencia
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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 Old Town Tour with Wine & Tapas in 11th Century Historic Monument
Real Paella Cooking Class – Market Visit & Sangría Workshop
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Top hotels in Ciutat de les Arts i les Ciències
NH Valencia Las Artes
Amazing location, friendly and helpful staff, great breakfast options
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hotel Primus Valencia
Hotel and room was very clean. The bed was very comfortable. The food is good. Pool area is clean. I really enjoyed my stay and would recommend it.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Novotel Valencia Lavant
The newly refurbished hotel seems to have been rigged for style rather than use. Many black switches on black backgrounds. I discussed this with a duty manager but we agreed little could be done at this stage. The breakfast was plentiful if a little curiously laid out, my opinion of course..
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Only YOU Hotel Valencia
Senator Parque Central Hotel
This hotel was okay, but not as nice as I had hoped. We had an oddly shaped room (the hotel is curved) which made our room quite small. We should have asked for different room when we first got there, so that is on us. Also the hotel is quite far from the historic area and the beach, so we walked ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hotel Las Arenas Balneario Resort
An amazing hotel which is immaculate and has all the facilities that you would require in a five star hotel. The only thing that I would change is the breakfast as I was vegetarian and there was very little warm vegetarian breakfast choices.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
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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 Palau de la Musica.
Ruzafa
Visitors to Ruzafa enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, Ruzafa Market is worth a stop.
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.
