Villas in Valencia

Holiday villas in Valencia

Where to find the best villas in Valencia

Valencia offers excellent villa locations for every preference. The coastal areas near La Malvarrosa and Las Arenas beaches provide easy access to the Mediterranean, perfect for families wanting beach days without long journeys. The historic centre puts you within walking distance of the cathedral, Central Market, and charming plazas, whilst the modern areas near the City of Arts and Sciences offer contemporary surroundings. For a quieter experience, villas in the northern neighbourhoods like Alboraya combine proximity to the beach with a more relaxed atmosphere.

What Valencia villas offer

Villas in Valencia typically feature spacious layouts ideal for families and groups, with most accommodating four or more guests comfortably. The majority come equipped with air conditioning—essential for summer stays—along with private terraces or balconies perfect for evening meals. Many properties include pools, making them particularly appealing for travelling with children or simply relaxing after exploring the city. With architectural styles ranging from traditional Spanish designs to modern builds, these villas provide the independence and space that hotels cannot match, allowing you to experience Valencia at your own pace whilst enjoying home comforts.

Holidays in Valencia

Exploring Valencia's diverse areas

From historic quarters to modern marvels

Valencia's layout makes it easy to experience different atmospheres within one holiday. The historic centre, including the Barrio del Carmen, features narrow medieval streets opening onto tree-lined plazas like Plaza de la Reina and the quirky circular Plaza Redonda. The cathedral houses what many believe to be the Holy Grail, whilst the nearby Central Market showcases stunning modernist architecture alongside daily life. This area buzzes with energy, offering countless restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions within walking distance.

Coastal and contemporary Valencia

Moving east towards the Mediterranean, you'll discover Valencia's impressive beaches stretching from the port northward. The former Turia riverbed, transformed into Europe's largest inner-city park after devastating floods, runs through the city centre and leads to the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences complex. This area combines botanical gardens, a 3D cinema, science museum, and Europe's tallest ferris wheel. The beachside neighbourhoods of Cabañal and Malvarrosa retain their fishing village character, with traditional architecture alongside modern developments. North of the city, areas like Alboraya offer a more peaceful setting whilst remaining well-connected to central attractions.

Travellers and activities

Valencia villas for beach and culture lovers

Valencia's city beaches provide the perfect setting for families and groups staying in nearby villas. La Malvarrosa and Las Arenas stretch nearly three kilometres along the coast, offering wide sandy shores rarely overcrowded outside August. The beaches host various events throughout the year, including the Las Fallas fireworks festival and international kite festivals. Along the promenade, you'll find restaurants serving authentic paella—Valencia's most famous dish—alongside fresh seafood like the local small mussels called clochinas. For cultural experiences, visit the writer Vicente Blasco Ibáñez's museum house along the boardwalk, or head to the Paseo de La Mostra de Valencia where granite slabs honour famous actors from the city's film festival.

Valencia villas for active groups and celebrations

Groups celebrating special occasions will find Valencia offers activities for all ages. The City of Arts and Sciences provides a full day of entertainment, from the Oceanogràfic aquarium with its shark tunnel to the interactive science museum. Families enjoy the giant Gulliver playground in Turia Park, where children can climb over the famous character's enormous figure. The old riverbed itself stretches for kilometres, perfect for cycling as a group—bikes can be rented and dropped at different points. Beach volleyball courts line the shore, whilst the 70-metre ferris wheel offers spectacular sunset views. For shopping enthusiasts, Valencia features everything from the historic Central Market to modern shopping centres like Nuevo Centro and Bon Aire, ensuring entertainment whatever the weather.

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What are the top things to do in Valencia?

1. Sample authentic Valencian paella at the beach
2. Experience the spectacular Las Fallas festival
3. Explore the City of Arts and Sciences
4. Cycle through Turia Park
5. Discover the historic centre's hidden plazas

1. Sample authentic Valencian paella at the beach

Valencia is paella's birthplace, and the best places to try this iconic dish are the traditional restaurants lining Malvarrosa beach. La Pepica and La Marcelina, both established in the late nineteenth century, serve authentic recipes alongside fresh Mediterranean seafood. Start your meal with local clochinas (small mussels), then enjoy paella cooked in the traditional way. For dessert, try horchata (also written orxata), a refreshing local drink perfect after a beach day. The beachside restaurants offer premium prices, but venture a few streets back into the Cabañal neighbourhood for excellent menu del dia options at nearly half the cost.

2. Experience the spectacular Las Fallas festival

If visiting in March, witness Las Fallas—Valencia's loudest and most spectacular festival. Each neighbourhood spends a year constructing enormous elaborate statues that fill the streets for a week of celebration. The festival features constant fireworks, including the daily mascletà at 2pm in the town hall square—a thunderous firework display. Women dress in expensive traditional multilayered gowns and parade through the streets, eventually gathering to offer flowers to a massive Virgin Mary statue in the city centre. The festival culminates with all statues—some costing up to 100,000 euros—being burnt to the ground, only for communities to immediately begin creating next year's creations.

3. Explore the City of Arts and Sciences

This futuristic complex at the eastern end of Turia Park deserves a full day's visit. L'Hemisferic offers 3D films with built-in speakers in your chosen language, whilst the Prince Philip Science Museum features interactive exhibits perfect for families. L'Oceanogràfic houses Europe's largest glass water tunnel, where sharks swim metres above your head, plus dolphin displays throughout the day. L'Umbracle provides free entry to landscaped gardens with native plants and artistic sculptures. The opera house hosts performances year-round, and the newest addition, L'Àgora, serves as an exhibition space and sports venue. Check their website before visiting to see special events during your stay.

4. Cycle through Turia Park

The old Turia riverbed, diverted after catastrophic 1957 flooding, now forms Europe's largest inner-city urban park stretching through Valencia's heart. Rent bikes through the Valencbici scheme and explore the various sections, passing under centuries-old bridges connecting both sides of the city. The park includes sports facilities, botanical gardens, and the Royal Gardens near Alameda metro stop. Children love the giant Gulliver playground where they can climb over the enormous figure's body via slides and climbing areas—entrance is completely free. Summer temperatures make early morning or evening cycling most comfortable, whilst spring and autumn offer perfect conditions for this activity.

5. Discover the historic centre's hidden plazas

Beyond the main Plaza de la Reina, Valencia's historic centre hides countless charming squares worth discovering. The circular Plaza Redonda features quirky shops selling haberdashery, lace, crafts, and even pet birds around a beautiful 1850 fountain. Adjacent Plaza Lope de Vega supposedly contains Europe's narrowest building. Climb the Miguelete bell tower at Valencia Cathedral for panoramic city views, then explore the cathedral itself to see the Holy Grail in its side chapel, plus two impressive Goya paintings. The Central Market, housed in a stunning modernist building, lets you observe daily Valencian life whilst browsing fresh produce, meats, and seafood—surrounded by traditional bars and cafes perfect for morning coffee or tapas.