Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Valencia
The 3 areas worth basing yourself in Valencia, Spain — ranked by our editors, with walking distances from the center. First-timers: start with El Carmen.
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Top pick
El Carmen
Old quarter — narrow lanes, street art, the cathedral, the food market.
15 min walk from center
#2
Ruzafa
Hipster bar district — natural wine spots, brunch, the city’s most stylish nights.
10 min walk from center
#3
Malvarrosa
Beach district — paella-strip restaurants, hostels, the boardwalk runs along the sand.
4.6 km from center
Getting around
Metro reaches the beach and the airport; bicycle network on the dried riverbed is excellent.
Rent a bike — the Turia riverbed park runs 9 km across the city as an uninterrupted bike lane.