La Gran Via Travel Guide
Valencia
Visit La Gran Via
Popular places to visit
Malvarrosa Beach
Swim in the warm Mediterranean Sea, stroll along the promenade and dine along the waterfront at one of Valencia’s most popular urban beaches.
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.
Port of Valencia
Explore the waterfront in Valencia with a trip to Port of Valencia. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Oceanogràfic Aquarium
Explore this spectacular indoor-outdoor aquarium, home to innovative exhibits and more than 500 different marine species.
Central Market
Shop for local fruits, vegetables, cheeses and cured meats, and watch local market traders at work in one of Europe’s oldest food markets.
Plaza del Ayuntamiento
Visit stately historical buildings and learn about Valencia’s history and evolution when you spend time in this beautiful city center square.
Things to do
Valencia: 24 or 48-Hour Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket
Valencia Old Town Tour with Wine & Tapas in 11th Century Historic Monument
Valencia City Excursion - From Albir, Benidorm & Calpe
Self Guided Tour in Valencia with 100 Captivating Audio Stories
Guadalest, Altea and Algar Fountains entrance from Valencia
Top hotels in La Gran Via
Hotel Dimar
Hotel Primus Valencia
Good size clean room, very close to shopping centre and amenities far from old town - (about 40 min walk). Safe area to hang late at night streets are wide and safe full of restaurants and coffee shops. Location wise is across stop 6 on Hop on Hop off sightseeing bus
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Only YOU Hotel Valencia
Excellent location, nice staff and great room
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Barcelo Valencia Hotel
The hotel's location is between the old town and the beaches, but both are a 40-minute walk away. However, it's directly opposite the museums and the city park. The hotel is actually used more by business travelers, so there's a lot of coming and going, and the staff's attentiveness isn't particularly ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Kora Lluna
Novotel Valencia Lavant
Had a lovely stay the staff were excellent and the breakfast was wonderful
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Gran Via
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.
Ruzafa
Ruzafa is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ruzafa Market and Color Elefante.
Mestalla
If you're spending time in Mestalla, check out sights like Turia Gardens or Mestalla Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Aragon Station or Alameda Station.
Sant Francesc
While you're in Sant Francesc, take in top sights like Plaza del Ayuntamiento and jump on the metro at Colon Station to see more of the city.
La Xerea
If you're spending some time in La Xerea, Puerta del Mar and Turia Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
Ciutat Vella
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Plaza Redonda to Silk Exchange – discover Ciutat Vella, a destination also famous for its shopping.
