15 History Tours in Valencia, Priced and Timed

1.Valencia Old Town Tour with Wine & Tapas in 11th Century Historic Monument

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,234 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $96Our pick

Walk Valencia’s Old Town with guides such as Martha, Mimi, or Dani, seeing the Silk Exchange, cathedral, plazas, and Central Market before a generous tapas, paella, dessert, and regional wine meal in an 11th-century monument. Groups are capped at 12.

“A lovely 1.5 hour tour of the old town which was really interesting, followed by sooo much wine and tapas! We were so pleasantly surprised, we left very full and a bit tipsy and had such a lovely time. Our guide Cromac was really lovely and knowledgeable and we made great friends in the group. Well worth the money and would highly recommend!”

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2.Historical Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 390 reviews · 2 hours - 135 minutes · from $17

Walk Valencia’s Old Town with an English, Spanish, or Italian-speaking guide. Over two hours, you’ll see Torres de Serranos, Plaza Redonda, City Hall, Central Market, the cathedral, Silk Exchange, bullring, and Art Nouveau railway station while picking up useful food and sightseeing tips.

“Our tour guide was great! We had an excellent time.”

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3.Essentials of Valencia and its World Heritage Sites

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 350 reviews · from $20

Walk Valencia’s historic center with a professional guide such as Sara, María, or Gabor. Visit Estació del Nord, City Hall, the Central Market, and the Silk Exchange, then finish near Plaza de la Virgen. The tour covers three UNESCO-recognized traditions and sites, with entry to La Lonja included.

“This was a great tour, gave us a great insight into the medieval history of Valencia as well as really handy tips on how to navigate the city centre today as a tourist. Would highly recommend!!”

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4.Valencia’s Greatest Food, History & Culture Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 129 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $114

Join Viviana, often called Vivi, for a 3.5-hour small-group walk through Valencia’s old town. You’ll taste horchata, farton, Iberian ham, cheese, tapas, croquetas, and a Spanish aperitif while visiting the Central Market and La Lonja.

“This tour is a MUST!!! Vivi took us to places we would never otherwise visit and taste food we would never have tried. She is knowledgeable, fun and so warm. We learned so much history too. Worth every penny! B”

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5.Essential Valencia and World Heritage Sites (English)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 88 reviews · from $121

Walk from Valencia’s North Station through the historic center with an English-speaking guide such as Sara, Gabor, or María Eugenia. See the Town Hall, Central Market, Silk Exchange, Queen’s Square, and Virgin’s Square while learning how Valencia’s UNESCO-listed traditions shape the city today.

“The Guide Sara was very well prepared and knew a lot. In addition to her stories, she also showed photos on her tablet, which was a great addition. A great all-rounder.”

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6.Historical Tour by Tuk Tuk 1H

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 28 reviews · from $27

Ride an electric tuk tuk through Valencia’s old center with a local guide in English, Spanish, German, Portuguese, or Italian. In one hour, you’ll see the Serranos and Quart Towers, Cathedral, Central Market, Colón Market, bullring, and more. Luigi is one named guide.

“We booked it on the spot!!! because my daughter was bored ......and turns out as one of the thinks we enjoyed more . the staff were very kind and with this nice smile it really makes our day”

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7.Essential Valencia and its World Heritage sites

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · from $21

Start at Estació del Nord and walk through Valencia’s Old Town with guides such as Sara, Gabor, or Sofi. Learn about Fallas, the Central Market, the Water Tribunal, and the Silk Exchange, with entry included at the latter.

“Gabor was fantastic. He emailed the day before with his number. He was on time and brought us to the shade during the sunny visit. He is extremely knowledgeable about the city and brought us to all the best sites in historic Valencia. He answered all our questions. I would ask for him personally. Excellent!!!”

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8.Tuk Tuk Historical Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $30

Take a private one-hour tuk tuk circuit through Valencia with guide Lucas, passing the Serrano and Quart Towers, Cathedral, Central Market, La Lonja, Carmen, and key civic buildings. Hotel pickup is available in the downtown area, and the route offers a useful first look at the city.

“I always enjoy the Tuk Tuk's and while I did not get to go on this one due to a travel snafu on the airlines' behalf, I do rate it 5 stars as they were very kind to grant us a refund even though it was not their fault or mine.”

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9.Genuine Valencian tapas tour with a pinch of History

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 3 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $94

Join Lucia on a private 3-hour-15-minute evening walk from Estació del Nord to Barrio del Carmen. You’ll taste tapas and local drinks at two restaurants, visit Valencia landmarks, hear lively history, and get practical advice on paella.

“This tour with Lucia was enjoyable. We visited restaurants and locations that highlighted Valencia's history and culture that I wouldn't have found by myself. She took great care to ensure I was having a good experience throughout the tour. I never felt like I was being "guided." Instead I felt like I was being escorted by a friend.”

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10.Walking Tour through Valencia’s Historic Centre

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $15Best value

Walk Valencia’s old town with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide, starting near the Serranos Towers. Learn how Muslim culture, festivals, food, and the Turia shaped the city. The route includes the Cathedral, Central Market, and Silk Exchange, with monument tickets not included.

“Great guide! We would like have little bit more time 🙂”

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11.Games and History Walking Tour in the Center of Valencia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $48

Join guide Alba for a three-hour English walking tour through central Valencia. You’ll use games and small challenges to uncover the city’s bullring, market, Silk Exchange, cathedral, Roman remains, and Serrano Towers. Optional entry fees are paid separately.

“This was a very well planned tour where the guide Alba helped us understand the history of Valencia thru the centuries. We loved the details she offered and she is amazing.”

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12.PRIVATE Walking Tour Historical Center with Local Expert

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $252

Walk Valencia’s historic center with a private local guide for about two and a half hours. Set your own pace and interests, then see Roman remains at L’Almoina, La Lonja de la Seda, and Valencia Cathedral. Groups of up to six can also sample horchata and fartons.

“Begoña was very knowledgable about Segovia’s history, culture, food, etc. She was also quite charming and sensitive to the pace of our journey up/down the hills, steps, etc, during a quite cold and windy afternoon. We highly recommend her and Valencia Tours and will see them again as we make our way to Valencia next week!”

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13.Historic Bocairent, Covetes del Moros Caves and Pou Clar Pools

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 8 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $108

Howard leads this eight-person day trip from Valencia to Bocairent, the Covetes dels Moros caves, Barranco de Tarongers, and Pou Clar. Expect coffee, history, a 6-kilometer mountain walk, tight cave passages, and time beside clear natural pools. Bring lunch and sturdy shoes.

“A great trip with lots of variety. Bocairent is a beautiful town and the caves are fascinating. Be prepared for stooping low! Then a lovely walk through stunning mountain scenery and exploration of some ruined mills. All rounded off with a swim in some beautiful pools. Howard, as ever, was a great guide. Highly recommended.”

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14.Private Walking Tour of Games and History in the Center of Valencia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Join Alba for a three-hour private walk through Valencia, from the bullring to the Serrano Towers. You will solve clues, earn badges, study historic façades, explore the Central Market, and uncover Roman, Gothic, and modern city stories in English.

“Alba provided an informative , fun , and interesting tour of Valencia. Her clues and pictures made the tour much more engaging for the group. Really appreciated that is was just our group too , so we could keep the tour moving at a good pace . You won’t be disappointed !!”

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15.Tuk Tuk Historical Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $26

Ride through Valencia’s historic center in a private electric tuk tuk with a local guide such as Lucas. You’ll pass through the Old Town, pause for photos, hear local stories, and get restaurant tips. The one-hour route is flexible, pet friendly, and offered in English, Spanish, or Catalan.

“A great way to orientate yourself to Valencia when you get there - and to learn some of the history. Our guide was Luca and he was just lovely and very enthusiastic about Valencia and Spain. Thank you!”

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