Time Capsule: History Free Tour of Valencia
Overview of the tour in Valencia
Discover the 2100 years of history that lie under the pebble stones of Valencia's city center! While visiting the emblematic buildings of the historic center, 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.
This activity includes:
- Torre de Sant Bartomeu
- La Lonja de la Seda
- The Central Market of Valencia
- Palace of the Borgias
- La Almoina Archaeological Museum
- Torres de Serranos
- Portal de Valldigna
- Valencia Cathedral
- Roman Valencia
- Medieval Valencia
- Muslim Valencia
- Economy
- History
- Fallas
- Tranditions
- Recomendations
- The Silk Route
- St. Vincent the Myrtir
- The Borgias
- Civil War
- UNESCO World Heretige Sites
Our Guides
On arrival
The meeting point starts at the BRIDGE of Torres de Serranos, by the palm trees. As you can see in the pictures, I am a tall blonde woman with a RED SCARF. Please be on time.
Things to note
Feel free to share your interests with the guide to get tailored stories and recommendations!
Free Tours are tip-based, so please remember to carry cash. Alternatively, I accept Revolut and Bizum.
If you have any special needs or considerations, feel free to message me before the tour.
I can get really sunny and warm in Valencia. Remember to bring water, a hat, sunglasses, comfy shoes and wear sun cream.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
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