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Population:Approx. 800,000

Currency:1 Euro = 100 cents

Opening hours:Stores are usually openMonday-Saturday 9.00-13.30, and16.30-20.00. Large departmentstores stay open a few hourslater, especially during thesummer months.

Internet:www.turisvalencia.eswww.spain.info

Newspapers:El PaisEl MundoABCLa Vanguardia

Emergency numbers:112

Tourist information:Tourist Info Valencia - Town HallAddress:Plaza del Ayuntamiento, s/nTel. +34 963 524 908www.turisvalencia.esOpening hours: Monday-Saturday09.00-19.00 Sundays and publicholidays 10.00-14.00.

VALENCIAPUBLISHING DATE: 2010-02-10 | COUNTRY CODE: ESContents: The City, Do & See, Eating, Cafés, Bars & Nightlife, Shopping,Sleeping, Essential Information, Maps

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VALENCIADespite its size, Valencia is an unknown city and one ofSpain’s hidden gems. It is a multifaceted lace, mixing Gothicarchitecture with the rough old fishermen’s quarter of ElCabanyal. There are also fusion restaurants, futuristicmuseums and two long beaches – Las Arenas and LaMalvarrosa.

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THE CITY #THECITY#


The Romans founded Valencia in 138 B.C.as Valentia Edetano. After the fall of theEmpire, several rulers followed, but fewleft as strong an impression as the Moorswho in the 11th century made Valencia thecapital of an independent northern Muslimkingdom. A Moorish mosque once stoodwhere the city’s cathedral is today, andthere is still a Muslim bathhouse on CalleAlmirantes in the old part of town.Valencia’s golden years are clearlyreflected in its architecture. There areGothic buildings all over the city includingthe silk exchange La Lonja, andextravagant Baroque churches. Much ofthis wealth came from trading farmproduce and silk. The Valencia of todaycontinues to thrive, most clearly shown bythe impressive La Ciudad de las Artes y lasCiencias. The world famous architectsSantiago Calatrava and Felix Candela havecreated a futuristic cityscape with anumber of museums and attractions that istruly astonishing. Valencia’s other greatattraction is the Mediterranean Sea,bordered by the still rough old fishermen’squarter of El Cabanyal and the longbeaches of Las Arenas and La Malvarrosa.

DO & SEE #DOANDSEE#

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Many of Valencia’s sights are located in thearea commonly known as La Seu. This islocated between the city’s two largesquares, Plaza de la Reina and PlazaVirgen. This is where you will find theoctagon clock tower Miguelete and Capilladel Santo Cáliz, home of what manyconsider to be the real Holy Grail.

La LonjaIf you only manage to see one sight, it hasto be La Lonja, the old silk exchange. It isheralded as one of the foremost Gothicbuildings in Europe, and in 1996 it becamea UNESCO world heritage site. The actualmarket is the size of a cathedral, covering21,420 square feet.

Address: Plaza del Mercado

Museo de Bellas Artes de ValenciaThis renovated art museum is one of thefinest in Spain. Art by Goya Velázquez,José Ribera and Sorolla cover its red,peach and green walls.

Address: Calle San Pío V 9Internet: www.cult.gva.es/mbav

Las Fallas and Museo FalleroThis small museum’s exhibits focus onValencia’s huge Las Fallas festival. Everyyear, 12-19 March, people use this festiveevent to ridicule those in power.

Address: Plaza Monteolivete 4Internet: www.fallas.com

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EATING #EATING#


There is a huge selection of restaurants inValencia. You will find everything fromhaute cuisine restaurants to fusioneateries, but the best bets are thetraditional Spanish ones. Paella (the ricedish where basically any availableingredient gets used) was invented inValencia and is served in almost everyrestaurant. The locals eat late and mostrestaurants don’t fill up until after 22.00.

Seu-XereaEnglish chef Stephen Anderson runs thecity’s most ambitious restaurant. It hasdark red walls, strict lines, white linentablecloths and large wine glasses. Themenu is full of surprises, with dishes suchas Oriental fishcakes with tzatziki,strawberry gazpacho, artichokes with foiegras, and the lamb dish paletilla de corderocon tabouleh y jugo de romero.

Address: Calle Conde de Almodóvar 4Phone: +34 96 392 40 00Internet: www.seuxerea.com

Palace FesolIt has come a long way from itssupposedly humble origins serving fesoles(lima beans) to the city’s poor. The bestdish at this luxurious restaurant is thegambas (shrimp) carpaccio with raspberryvinaigrette. The green tiles of the openkitchen are a beautiful feature of theinterior.

Address: Calle Hernan Cortes 7Phone: +34 96 352 93 23Internet: www.palacefesol.com

La PepicaThis Paella restaurant on the sea front isover one hundred years old. Among thosewho have sat here and enjoyed the ricecovered seafood is the American authorErnest Hemingway.

Address: Paseo Neptuno 2, 6 and 8Phone: +34 96 371 03 66Internet: www.lapepica.com

Ca’n BermellLocated in a 17th century palace in theheart of the Barrio del Carmen district, andmanaged by the effusive Senor EmiliBermell. The cuisine is Valencian and thisis one of the best places in the city toenjoy the caldosa dishes boiled in bouillonand served with rice.

Address: Calle Santo Tomás 18Phone: +34 96 391 02 88

Tascas (Tapasbars)The best place for tapas is the somewhatrough fishermen’s quarter, El Cabanyal.The anchovy tapas of Bodega Montaña arelegendary, Ocho y Medio (on Plaza Lope deVega) serves gourmet tapas and Bar ElPilar (on Calle Moro Zeit) is the oldesttapas bar in Valencia.

CAFÉS #CAFES#


The locals are particular about their coffee.For example, they only have café con leche



for breakfast, often with a croissant. Atmidday they tend to go for an espresso, acafé solo, or a cortado – espresso with adrop or two of milk.

Café Sant JaumeOne of the city’s large cafés, complete withbar, attracting an artistic and culturalclientele. This is where the Bohemians, thegays, the lesbians, artists, students, andsome of the Valencia football club playerscome. Look at the ceiling: the woodenbeams are beautifully carved.

Address: Calle Caballeros 51

Horchateria de Santa CatalinaHorchata is a Spanish speciality whichsome people like and others cannot stand.It’s a drink made from the chufas root andsipped through straws from tall glasses.Horchata tastes a little of almonds.

Address: Plaza Santa Catalina 6Phone: +34 963 912 379Internet: www.horchateriasantacatalina.com

BARS & NIGHTLIFE #BARSANDNIGHTLIFE#


Spanish cities are often described as partydestinations in foreign travel guides. ButValencia is considered to have the bestnightlife of all, even among the Spaniardsthemselves. This is partly because of thelarge – 100,000 strong – studentpopulation. The locals go out late, usuallynot until 23.00, and most bars stay openuntil 03.00 or even later. The city’s mainparty street is Calle Caballeros in the

Barrio Carmen neighbourhood. Come herefor a mix of tascas (see ”Restaurants”),bars, and clubs. Simply ask around to findout which night-clubs are in vogue at themoment. These are some of the area’sbest bars:

Carmen Sui GenerisLuxurious bar with a hard to define mix ofpoetry evenings, theatre performances,and DJs spinning funk and 1980’s disco.Fortunately not all of it simultaneously.The 12th century city wall can be seen insome places.


Johnny MaracasLatino culture reigns supreme at Johnny’s.Order a mojito or an agua de Valencia(cava, orange juice and vodka) and try tomove your body smoothly to the rhythm ofthe beat.


Fox CongoThe bar is made out of onyx, and issupposedly the most expensive in theworld.


Café del NegritoA laid-back bar that attracts intellectuals,the cultured and the fashion-conscious.Good for people-watching.

Address: Plaza del Negrito 1



SHOPPING #SHOPPING#

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Plaza del Ayuntamiento, as well as CalleDon Juan de Austria and Calle Colónstreets form the hub of Valencia’s shoppingdistrict. Those looking for shoes are inluck. Valencia, like so many other Spanishcities, is a shoe haven.

Francis MontesinosValencia-based fashion designer Montesinois known to a wider audience thanks to theappearance of his work in PedroAlmodóvar’s movies.

Address: Calle Trinitarios 12Internet: www.francismontesinos.com

Purificacion GarciaSpanish fashion design can quite easilybecome a bit loud and flamboyant.Purificacion Garcia represents moreelegant sophistication, often in sensualmaterials.

Address: Calle Colón 17Internet: www.purificaciongarcia.com

El Corte InglésEl Corte Inglés department store can befound in all large Spanish cities, and isalways fun to visit for the extensive rangeof wares. Come here for the wares, butalso for the people. It is interesting towatch the dynamics of some families –complete with chubby children, irritatedfathers and strict mothers sportingsalon-perfect hair.

Address: Calle Pintor Sorolla 26Internet: www.elcorteingles.es

El Mercado CentralValencia’s large covered food market is amust (it’s located opposite the silkexchange and La Lonja – see ”Sights”).There are 1200 stalls to visit. The La Lonjarestaurant and tapas bar has been ownedby the same family since the 1930’s and isa convenient spot for lunch.

Address: Plaza del MercadoInternet: www.mercadocentralvalencia.es

Rastro MarketThis is Valencia’s take on the Madrid fleamarket. It’s fun to see what the city’smiddle-class used to hide away in theirattics and basements. Open on Sundaysfrom 08.30.

Address: Avenida de Suecia

SLEEPING #SLEEPING#

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EXCLUSIVEPalau de la MarThis new upmarket hotel marked Valencia’sinclusion in the group of cities offering welldesigned boutique hotels. Very nicelydecorated, with a strict, monochromeinterior.

Address: Navarro Reveter 14Phone: +34 96 316 28 84Internet: www.hospes.es

GOOD VALUEHotel Ad Hoc MonumentalPaula de la Mar’s main competitor, located



in a 19th century building. Not as welldesigned, but still elegant. The rooms onthe top floor have private terraces.

Address: Calle Boix 4Phone: +34 96 391 91 40Internet: www.adhochoteles.com

BASICHômeQuaint and tidy budget hotel that offersaccommodation in both private rooms anddormitories.

Address: Calle La Lonja 4Phone: +34 96 391 62 29Internet: www.likeathome.net

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION


AirportThe airport is located 6 miles west ofValencia. Several bus companies depart forthe city and the major hotels. Tickets are€1.20 one-way for the twenty minutejourney. The taxi stand is just outside theterminal. A fee of €1 per bag is added tothe cost of the journey, usually €15.

Internet: www.aena.es

Public TransportUse the network of buses, undergroundtrains and trams to get around Valencia.Ticket prices vary from €1.25 for a singlejourney, to combinations of fares for busesand the underground. Tourists can also getthe Valencia Card, which includes unlimitedtravel on the network within the city. Italso entitles you to rebates and discountson admission fees, in shops and

restaurants, etc. The card is available for1-3 days, starting at €10.

Internet: www.etmvalencia.com, www.metrovalencia.com

TaxiAll of Valencia’s taxis belong to the samecompany. They use different dispatchers,but the prices are the same. Here are afew of the numbers to call:

Taxi Valencia

Phone: +34 675 988 675

Cooperativa Valencia Taxis

Phone: +34 96 374 02 02

Onda Taxi

Phone: +34 96 347 52 52

PostSpanish post offices are known as Correos.Stamps can be purchased from post officesand kiosks – the ”Estancos”. The main postoffice in Valencia is open Monday-Friday8.30-20.30, and Saturday 9.30–14.00.

Address: Plaza del Ayuntamiento 24Phone: +34 96 310 27 30Internet: www.correos.es

PharmacyPharmacies in Valencia have alternatingopen hours at night and at weekends.Addresses are posted at the pharmacies.

DentistSpanish dental care is almost completelyprivatised. Call 112 in an emergency.

TelephoneCountry code: +34

Area code: 096

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