What to do and see in Valencia, Valencian Country: The Best Government Buildings

November 16, 2021 Karren Gelb

You’ll find plenty of orange trees here, but the fruit known as the "Valencia orange" was actually developed in California. Travelers interested in local food should focus on paella instead. While the city contains many monuments, Valencia’s modern crown jewel is the City of Arts and Sciences, a futuristic complex of museums, cinemas, theaters, and more.
Restaurants in Valencia

1. Plaza del Ayuntamiento

Placa de l'Ajuntament 1, 46002, Valencia Spain [email protected] http://www.plaza-ayuntamiento.com/
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4.5 based on 2,028 reviews

Plaza del Ayuntamiento

The palatial Ayuntamiento (Town Hall) of Valencia dominates the square, and its bells chime out the hours. Surrounding the plaza are other buildings from the city's golden age, such as the Correos (the main post office). In the center of the plaza, a fountain is surrounded by flower stalls with all the colors, sizes, varieties imagineable. This is a good starting point from which to visit Valencia's old quarter or today's most fashionable shops.

Reviewed By northants90 - Northampton, United Kingdom

My favourite part of VLC. The city hall and surrounding buildings are just beautiful and a real city feature. Lots of paces to stop and refresh and watch the world pass you by. A great place to visit and viewing is free. Check out the square as there are often events and festivals/fiestas there too.

2. Ayuntamiento de Valencia

Pl. de l'Ajuntament, 1, 46002, Valencia Spain +34 963 52 54 78 http://www.ayto-valencia.es/twav/tramites_acc09.nsf/vDocumentosTituloAux/Portadilla%20Tr%C3%A1mites%20SEDE?opendocument&lang=1
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4.5 based on 636 reviews

Ayuntamiento de Valencia

Reviewed By simpsonite64 - Northampton, United Kingdom

Definitely worthwhile - free to enter, allows access to some grand rooms as well as a balcony that overlooks the main square.

3. Edificio de Correos y Telegrafos

Plaza del Ayuntamiento 24, 46002, Valencia Spain +34 963 51 67 50 http://www.correos.es
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4.5 based on 1,077 reviews

Edificio de Correos y Telegrafos

Reviewed By ldybuilder - La Quinta, United States

Had to go to the Central Post Office on the town square, Plaza del Ayuntamiento. Like all the other government buildings on the main square, the Post Office didn't disappoint. The interior is stunning. I actually wanted to mail some post cards and needed stamps. If this is your first time using the postal system, be aware you need to take a number when you walk in. Then sit on a bench, enjoy the beauty of the building and listen for your number to be called (in Spanish). They move quickly, so don't dawdle getting to the window.

4. Palacio de la Generalidad

Calle Caballeros 2, 46001, Valencia Spain +34 963 86 34 61 http://www.visitvalencia.com/en/what-to-visit-valencia/monuments/list-of-monuments/monument/7814
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4.0 based on 104 reviews

Palacio de la Generalidad

5. La Casa del Chavo

Avenida Marques de Sotelo 8 Esquina de carrer de Sant Pau, 46002, Valencia Spain +34 963 50 65 00
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La Casa del Chavo

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