Experience Valencia’s Historical Heart: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll stroll through the Old Town, hearing captivating stories that’ll help you understand Valencia’s soul and secrets on a deeper level.

The tour begins at the fountain outside the Palace of the Marqués de Dos Aguas. From there, you’ll head to Saint Martin’s Church and the city’s oldest shop, Tienda de las Ollas, where you’ll learn about the traditions of the spectacular Fallas festival. You’ll then visit La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia (the Silk Exchange) – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – and explore parts of the Moorish Wall that reveal the city’s well-preserved Islamic past.

As you weave through the Old Town, you’ll hear about Pope Alexander VI’s surprising connection to the city. You’ll also pass Palau de la Generalitat Valenciana, a Gothic palace that has witnessed centuries of Valencian history. The tour ends in Plaça de l’Almoina, where ancient Roman ruins lie beneath the square’s surface.

What's Included

Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
Food and drink
Transportation

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This tour starts at Palace of the Marqués de Dos Aguas. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

This self-guided audio tour ends in Plaça de l'Almoina.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    The tour begins at the fountain outside the Palace of the Marqués de Dos Aguas, a stunning example of Valencian Palau architecture. However, entry to the palace itself is not included in this tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    As you pass Plaça Redona, you’ll have a moment to appreciate the unique design of this circular plaza.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You’ll then visit La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia (the Silk Exchange) – a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a true Gothic masterpiece. Please note that entry to the Exchange is not included in this tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You'll see the Church of San Nicolás de Bari y San Pedro Mártir, renowned for its stunning frescoed ceiling, once served by the famous Rodrigo Borgia.Please note that entry to the church is not included in this tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You’ll also pass Palau de la Generalitat Valenciana, a Gothic palace that has witnessed centuries of Valencian history.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The journey will then lead us to Plaça de la Virgen, with its Basílica de la Mare de Déu dels Desemparats and the Túria Fountain, a striking bronze centerpiece symbolizing Valencia's main river.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    The tour ends in Plaça de l’Almoina, where ancient Roman ruins lie beneath the square’s surface. However, entry to the museum itself is not included in this tour.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by VoiceMap Audio Tours

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Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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