History Free Tour of Valencia
Overview
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.
Join us for an enriching experience that combines history, culture, and cuisine, offering a comprehensive view of Valencia.
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
The meeting point is at the start of the BRIDGE of Torres de Serranos, which is by the palm trees and also called Plaza de la Crida. 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.
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.
