The 6 Best Self-Guided Routes in Valencia

1.Valencia Bike Tour from the City to the Beach, plus Bike Guy App!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,187 reviews · 3 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $48Our pick

Join Luke from Bike Guy VLC for a small-group ride through Valencia’s old town, Turia Gardens, City of Arts and Sciences, Marina, and Malvarrosa Beach. Expect an easy, mostly flat route, frequent stops, water, a final drink with snacks, a marked map, and access to an app packed with local tips.

“Luke was very knowledgeable and full of energy. This was an excellent city bike tour. It covered the main areas with lots of background information. Like was also very friendly and fun - he has a natural positive disposition.”

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2.The Albufera Lake Self-Guided E-Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 23 reviews · 6 hours · from $40

Start in Ruzafa with an e-bike, helmet, lock, map, and navigation app. Ride through Turia Gardens and past the City of Arts and Sciences before following a flat coastal route to Albufera Lake. This self-guided outing is easy, flexible, and limited to 10 people.

“Het was een mooie fietstocht. Alleen jammer dat de fietsen duidelijk een smeerbeurt/onderhoud nodig hadden. De pracht van de natuur onderweg werd verstoord door het constante gepiep en gerammel van de fietsen.”

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3.Self-guided Audio Tour on Your Smartphone

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 21 reviews · 365 days · from $11

Start at Torres de Serranos and follow an English or Spanish audio route through Valencia’s old center. The app supplies narration, maps, and offline text, with stops including the Borgias Palace, Basilica of the Virgin, Santa Catalina Church, and St. Mary’s Cathedral.

“The commentary was very informative. Excellent value for money. I would have preferred some sort of indication that it is time to walk to the next site (otherwise they play continuously one after another and you’re in the wrong location).”

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4.Between Two Gates: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Valencia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $11

Follow an English VoiceMap audio tour from Pont dels Serrans to Quart Towers through Valencia’s old town. Hear the story of the Turia River, visit major churches and archaeological sites from outside, and pause whenever you like for food, photos, or sightseeing.

“Great concept very informative. Our audio guide was great! Slow pace and loved the visual ques. Highly recommend. Each code allows for 2 people to download (hint).”

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5.2-in-1 Biking and Walking Audio-Guided Route

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3 reviews · 8 days

Use one app for two self-guided Valencia routes: a 24 or 30-kilometer bike ride and a 5-kilometer old-city walk. You get eight days of access, eight language options, flexible starting points, and audio commentary for more than 40 sights. Bring your own bike, phone, headphones, and data.

“Found the app a bit frustrating but overall was great. Felt I saw a lot of València.”

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6.In Love with Valencia: A Self-Guided Tour of its Landmarks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $9Best value

Follow Suzie’s clear English narration through Valencia’s old center on a self-guided VoiceMap walk. See the cathedral, Central Market, House of Cats, Torres de Serranos, and Turia Garden while learning about local food, street art, and Las Fallas. Offline maps let you walk at your own pace.

“We chose this tour because it was self guided and we could proceed as we wanted. We stopped longer at some stops to absorb the informative facts provided. Susie’s voice is strong and clear. She knows about all things Valencian and shares it easily. She can provide history as well as information about the great foods and wines available in Valencia.”

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