History Free Tour of Valencia
Overview
Tour Highlights:
- Learn about the creative and destructive nature of the River Turia, now Europe's longest urban park.
- Why did the Romans found Valencia, and what is the story behind the name?
- The powerful force of faith behind the images of Our Lady of the Forsaken and St. Vincent, one of Christianity's first martyrs, whose flesh is kept at the Cathedral.
- Walk through 500 years of Islamic history and discover its lasting legacy, including the Water Court, Europe’s oldest legal institution.
- La Lonja de la Seda, a UNESCO treasure that hosted one of the earliest examples of banks and paper money systems.
- Explore the Central Market and Valencia´s cuisine beyond Paella.
- Horchata de Chufa, Valencia´s signature summer beverage!
Come for the landmarks, stay for the stories.
This tour blends history, culture, and flavour into an experience that will make you see Valencia with new eyes.
This activity includes:
- La Almoina Archaeological Museum
- Torres de Serranos
- Portal de Valldigna
- Valencia Cathedral
- Torre de Sant Bartomeu
- La Lonja de la Seda
- The Central Market of Valencia
- Palace of the Borgias
- 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
Plaza de la Crida. In front of the Towers of Serranos, by the palm trees. I am a tall blonde woman with a red scarf, as you can see in the pictures. Please arrive 5 minutes before the start 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 PayPal, 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.
How can the tour be free?
Our concept is simple — there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between $10 to €50, depending on their satisfaction and budget.
Most guides accept cash or card payments, or you can do it via our app.
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.
