Explore the fascinating history of Valencia through the landmarks of Valencia’s city centre! This tour is guaranteed to take you time-travelling through the people and events that shaped Valencia into the vibrant city it is today.
Uncover 2100 years of history... from the Roman founding of Valentia, along the winding streets of Balansiya, through the city’s Golden Age as the capital of silk and commerce, into the present day, this tour is about experiencing the stories, legends, and people who shaped Valencia. 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.
Included
Plaza de la Crida