In March 2016, I spent about 18 hours in Valencia for the annual Fallas Celebration. This is a week-long event whereby massive caricatures of politicians, celebrities, cartoons, and other popular figure effigies are being paraded around the city. I recommend you to experience this moment once in your life. There is a huge emphasis on once! If you happen to visit Valencia during Fallas week, expect non-stop fireworks, pre-reserved restaurants, and closed stores. So plan a month in advance to avoid any frustrations. Here is a Valencia Itinerary of what to try foods, what to do and what to see in Valencia in one day.

Valencia Itinerary: Fallas Parade
Valencia Itinerary: EAT
Valencia Itinerary: SEE

Valencia Itinerary: Torres de Serrano
Fun Fact: The exterior of the monument still shows signs of the bombardments suffered during France’s siege of the city in 1808. The building has been used through the centuries for different purposes, from a womans prison to a military prison.
Valencia Itinerary: DO
Fun Fact: Barrio del Carmen grew enclosed between two walls, one Muslim and another Christian, in order to better defend the city. At first, Monasterio de Nuestra Señora del Carmen was built outside the Muslim walls in 1281. It was not until 1356 that the new Christian wall was built, leaving the monastery within the city limits and creating what we now know as Barrio del Carmen.
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Valencia seems like a cool place to visit! I would love to photograph the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias y Oceanografico! So pretty!
I had no idea Horchata was from Valencia! I’ve always thought it was originally a Mexican drink. Learn something new every day!
In my opinion, Valencia is a bit underrated. I visited two years ago and found a livable and beautiful city. The Old Town and the markets are great. And, I only saw the city. I have not seen anything around the province (I have heard it is very beautiful). Need to go back!
I am the worst of the worst, but I have visited almost everything in Spain but Valencia. Yes, the fallas have been something I would have liked to visit but at the end it feels like a big Meh. I think there are many other nicer places in Spain worth a trip. In any case, good to know you enjoyed it!
I’ve never been to Valencia but it looks like a great place to visit!