Self-Guided Podcast Tour Valencia: The City of Hidden Layers

1 hour 14 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: German and 1 more

Discover a city where history isn't just remembered; it is physically stacked. On this immersive audio journey, you will peel back the architectural skin of Valencia to reveal the Roman, Islamic, and Christian layers beneath. From the 'Morería' ghetto to the opulent Borgia palace, and from a hidden Arab bathhouse to the narrowest building in Spain, this tour explores how conquerors didn't destroy the past—they built right on top of it. Join Max and local expert Marina to decipher the 'palimpsest' of Valencia.

- A 1.4 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 74 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in History & Memory and Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

What's Included

Verified facts woven into an engaging story
Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
Precise navigation between the stops
Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

From Valencia's main station, take local public transport toward Portal de la Valldigna. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to Portal de la Valldigna, Valencia, Spain. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.

End point
La finca más estrecha de Europa

From La Estrecha, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Valencia's main station. The departure point is La Estrecha, Valencia, Spain. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 14 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    A 15th-century gateway marking the boundary of the historic Moorish ghetto.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2

    A Gothic palace that housed the Borgia family and now serves as the Valencian Parliament.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    A Mudéjar-style bathhouse built in Christian times, mimicking the Arab hammam tradition.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    An archaeological museum preserving the Roman forum, Visigoth cathedral, and Arab Alcázar in one site.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Valencia's oldest church, founded by the Knights Hospitaller, featuring a medieval cemetery.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    La finca más estrecha de Europa

    One of the narrowest buildings in Spain, a whimsical testament to the density of the old city.

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Red Thread

Tags

Private and Luxury
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Virtual Experiences
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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