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What to do and see in Valencian Country, Spain: The Best Places and Tips
The Valencian Community, or the Valencian Country, is an autonomous community of Spain. It is the fourth most populous autonomous community after Andalusia, Catalonia and Madrid with more than 4.9 million inhabitants. Its homonymous capital Valencia is the third largest city and metropolitan area in Spain. It is located along the Mediterranean coast on the east side of the Iberian peninsula. It borders with Catalonia to the north, Aragon and Castilla–La Mancha to the west, and Murcia to the south. The Valencian Community consists of three provinces which are Castellón, Valencia and Alicante.
Restaurants in Valencian Country
1. Benidorm Old Town
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By AroundAndAbout2018
As you wander around the cobbled streets you find lovely little Spanish Tapas bars around every corner. Many offering good value and ideal to stop and do a little people watching. The views from the top are quits stunning, across 3 Beaches, the port, the Mediterranean and peacock island. Easy to spend a nice day just wandering. BUT. Do beware of scammers and pickpockets who also spend their days and nights there trying to relieve you of your money and possessions. Take care.
2. Central Market (Mercado Central)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By Tom M - San Diego
As many have commented, this is a fascinating place to visit to see the seafood, the meats, vegetables and more that locals buy. We bought some great chocolate bars and a delicious touron with orange. Riquíssimo!
3. Retiro Park (Parque del Retiro)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
Peaceful urban park centered around a beautiful lake.
Reviewed By Matt C - Sacramento, California
We were there on Saturday, March 24. That same day, a child was killed by a falling tree. Instead of roping off the affected area, a small portion of the park --- the officials decided to close the Entire Park for a whole week. (This is Semana Santa, one of the busiest tourist weeks of the season!)
For this reason, I'm giving the park a poor grade.
4. Spainingame
Overall Ratings
5 based on 218 reviews
Reviewed By aMazedGames - Barcelona, Spain
I have done many "performance" horror rooms. This was one of the best ones. I screamed like a little pig. Great professional horror. If you think that are not into horror, you should go try. The experience will leave you in euphoria afterwards.
Also a good escape room.Well done guys. They are building another one. Can't wait.
5. Mi Paella En El Huerto
Overall Ratings
5 based on 112 reviews
We offer you the experience of cooking an authentic paella of Valencia and enjoying the pleasures of our gastronomy in a sea of sensations. The warmth of the farmhouse and the beautiful scenery, introduces us to the real Valencian environment. It is the ideal space for cooking your paella and enjoying the pleasures of our lands.
Reviewed By KezAus91 - Australia
Cannot speak more highly of this experience! Rafa and his team were welcoming and friendly. This was a highlight of our three weeks in Spain and we would recommend this experience for its location, value for money and for anyone wanting an authentic Valencian paella!
6. Balloon Ride EoloFLY
Overall Ratings
5 based on 102 reviews
We are the Spanish company with licence to Air Hot Balloons trip and Ultralight Pilots School. Come flying the experience to fly in a a Balloon to wonder the Aqueduct, Castle or the Cathedral down at your feet.
Reviewed By Gilly L - Madrid, Spain
We had a wonderful time with EoloFly, it was a new and interesting experience and we truly enjoyed it. Flying in a hot air balloon is definitely something fun and exciting, and I loved the whole process of putting the balloon together and preparing it...MoreDear Gilly Thank you so much for your opinion, we are sure that it helps to other people to have an idea about what is to fly in a hot air balloon Hope to see you soon The EoloFly team!
7. Misteri D'Elx
Overall Ratings
5 based on 138 reviews
Reviewed By jacquitohc - Auckland Central, New Zealand
I have gait/walking challenges (stroke); accom. has to be convenient to shopping and/or sights. Misteri dÉlx (Mystery Play of Elche), with medieval origins, happens yearly (Aug); it's a spectacular event. A cultural heritage Unesco National Monument. We're not catholic, but it is culture, heritage, music, tradition rolled into one.
Young, old, visitors from all over Spain, tourists, congregate at Basilica de Santa Maria, 14th and 15th Aug. Free to visit on performance days, tickets are purchased for the days leading up to the performance - get to the Basilica very early if you intend to be inside. Bring little fans and drinking water; standing room only for late-comers; otherwise chairs are put outside for you to enjoy the proceedings. Details- available from the tourist office.
The play is entirely sung by normal townsfolk; superb accoustics. Divided into 2 days; the death of Virgin Mary (first night's performance); a midnight vigil is held, devotees carrying lit candles, walking the medieval walls. Culminating next day, Virgin Mary is crowned. A medieval, pomegranate-like contraption called a ''magrana'', with voices of angels, descends from the heaven (ceiling of the Blue dome). Very emotive, poignant; gold-flakes rain over all the congregation. Not to be missed, a must to visit.
8. Maxima Aventura
Overall Ratings
5 based on 108 reviews
Maxima Aventura, is a company dedicated to Active Holidays, registered in Department of Tourism of the CV with the registration number: TA-13-V. This registration number ensures that we meet the legal requirements concerning Decree includes Active Tourism. We are a team of qualified professionals expert in the activities we offer, managing risk for the enjoyment and safety of our customers and friends. All our activities include the necessary equipment and the corresponding insurance, we do a lot of photos that you can download from our social networks for free. We wait for you!!
Reviewed By Jan P - Prague, Czech Republic
Maxima for us organized a raft for a corporate event. Excellent work background. Boats, wetsuits, paddles, tents for changing clothes, etc. Maxima team are professionals who know their job. Not everyone has the same experience, but all are good. It is not just a sport,...MoreHello Jan!! I'd like to thank your comment... it's very, very important for us comming from someone like you!! All our team wants to give you our best regards!! pd. i don't forget my next "research" trip to Czech Republic, hehe.
9. Montgo Natural Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 414 reviews
Reviewed By nnmercman - Camberley, United Kingdom
Numerous trail options as well as beautiful views from all around. It’s an easy hike up along the trail from marina to Cabo headland but there are choices as to difficulty and around the headland it’s reasonably flat - Montgo hill (mountain?) with its rock formations and caves is much more of a challenge at around 2500ft - where numerous access trails are on the inland side of the CV-736 Javea/Denia road. There is the usual “hiker beware” of dog mess which seems to litter everywhere you walk in Spain - really disgusting and spoils the general ambience of hiking as you have to pay more attention to the trail than the views!
10. Prado National Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
The Prado has one of the largest art collections in the world, and is best known for its diverse assortment of works by Velasquez, Goya and El Greco.
Reviewed By kathy1966 - virginia
One of the greatest collections of works by de Goya, Velazquez, El Greco, Rubens, and many other masters. You could easily spend anywhere from 4-5 hours to a few days at this museum.
We purchased the Paseo del Arte ticket at the less crowded Thyssen-Bornemisza and were able to gain entrance to a much shorter ticket line. We also needed to pick up a free ticket for our son (under 18) and were able to do this in the same ticket line as well. There are staff at the ticket lines to help direct you to these lines, so don't hesitate to ask for help. You can also leave the museum for lunch and return the same day. Just make sure you get your ticket stamped.
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