Las Fallas de Valencia
‘Las Fallas’ (translated into ‘the fires’ in English) is a remarkable celebration in the city of Valencia during the month of March to commemorate St. Joseph, from the 15th to the 19th. The name of the event comes from its aim,
Agua de Valencia
The ‘Agua de Valencia’ is a Valencian drink that was elaborated for the first time in 1959, but it wasn’t until 1970 that it became popular amongst Valencia’s citizens, especially students. Nowadays, it is not a drink that people tend to
La Feria de Julio
La Feria de Julio, also known as ‘Gran Fira de València’, is a summer festival that takes place in Valencia during the month of July, this year from the 30th of June until the 3rd of August. It has been taking
Las Hogueras de San Juan – The Bonfiers of St. John
On the night of the 23rd of June, the shortest of the year, many cities in Spain welcome the beginning of summer with a popular festival known as ‘Las Hogueras de San Juan’. It is a night full of fire, music,
Natural Pools in Valencia
With summer approaching fast, heat waves will be more and more frequent and intense in Valencia. If you want to take a break and enjoy the best places to refresh yourself, here are some suggestions: Natural pools. If you like nature
Street Markets of Valencia
The street stands move every morning from one neighborhood to another offering a great variety of products. Generally these street markets are open to the public throughout the morning, from 8:00am until 2:00pm. You can see in the table below a
Paella Valenciana Recipe
Serves 4 Chicken (700 g. About 8 or 10 medium pieces) Rabbit (300 g. About 4 or 6 medium pieces.) One tablespoon (not too crowded) of ground paprika. Saffron to taste or place a teaspoon of food coloring 12 tablespoons
Our Lady of the Forsaken Festival
Held every second Sunday of May, every Valencian has a date with Our Lady of the Forsaken, but who is she? Commonly known as La Geperudeta, she is the patroness of the city of Valencia. On the eve of the festival, the city
Music festivals in Valencia
After the Fallas, spring and the good weather arrive in Valencia, together with the music festivals! Here you have many different festivals your can enjoy this spring in Valencia. Alicante Spring Festival The Port of Alicante hosts the 9th edition of Alicante
Some Options to explore Valencia
TOURIST BUS Discover Valencia taking our Valencia Tourist Bus with two options and different routes: The historical route, where you can learn about the city’s development from its foundation up to the present day. The maritime route, which will take you to the