When you go to an unknown city and your visit only takes a few days, you don’t want to waste time on bad places. You want all your activities to be succes! But what are the best restaurants, clubs or stores? Tours Valencia selected the best hotspots for you, to make sure you will have a great time. Below you can find our favorites, differing from cute bistros to trendy shops.
Marina Beach Club
Looking for the place to see and be seen in Valencia? Marina Beach Club is one of the city’s ultimate hotspots, located right on Las Arenas beach, near Valencia’s vibrant marina. Picture this: swaying palm trees, sparkling cocktails, and a stunning infinity pool overlooking the golden sands and the sea. Sounds like paradise? It kind of is.
Want to spend the whole day relaxing on a luxe sunbed? You can and you can make a reservation! Prices vary depending on the season and range between €20 and €100. Part of that covers access to the pool (yes, that dreamy infinity pool!), while the rest can be spent on refreshing drinks or tasty bites from the menu.
Your day pass also includes a comfortable sunbed, a towel, pool access and entry to the trendy pool bar. For up to date prices and bookings, check out their website.
Hungry for more? Stay for a sunset dinner at the Marina Beach Club restaurant, an elegant yet relaxed dining spot that turns into something magical once the sun dips into the sea. And if you’re into nightlife, this is your place. Regular DJ sets and summer parties transform the beach club into a vibrant open-air dance floor under the stars.
L’Umbracle
L’Umbracle is one of the most famous open-air discos of Valencia and definitely a hotspot. While dancing in the late hours you can watch the sky full of stars. It’s a beautiful nightclub with lounge areas, purple lights, palm trees and a wonderful skeletal construction. The nightclub is part of the ‘Ciudad de las Artes y Ciencias’, and is only opened in the summer months from 00.00 to 7.00. Good to know is that the Spanish people start to party at about 2.00/3.00. Under this open-air disco you can find another disco named MYA. This nightclub is open all year and the open-air part from May till October.
But L’Umbracle is not only a nightclub. On the other side of the nightclub you can find a garden with flowers and trees. There are 99 palm trees, 78 mini palm trees and 62 orange trees. The story behind this garden is pretty funny, because L’Umbracle was actually meant to be a park for the people of Valencia. Plants over the skeletal construction should create shade for the hot summers. Unfortunately, the designers have not thought out idea. Because the summers here are so hot, the plants burned and didn’t get enough water. A shaded area was therefore never created.
Dulce de Leche
Dulce de Leche is an incredibly popular brunch spot with 4 locations in Valencia and good news: there’s one just 100 meters from our Bike and Rental Shop so you can combinate this perfectly! It’s a very popular and cozy place with a Nordic and industrial style where you can enjoy eating the best cakes, breakfast, lunches and brunches. Every week they renew their brunch where you can find croissants, bagels, wraps, sandwiches or salty snacks, accompanied by natural juice, tea or organic coffee and a homemade dessert for 8 euros. Highly recommended is their chocolate, apple and carrot cake. This hotspot makes you hungry!
- Ruzafa: Carrer del Pintor Gisbert 2
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- Every day from 09.00 – 21.30
- Ciutat Vella: Carrer de Sant Vicent Màrtir 52
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- Every day from 09.00 – 20.30
- Patraix: Carrer de Jesus 71
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- Every day from 08.00 – 21.00
- Camins al Grau: Avinguda de França 8
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- Every day from 08.00 – 21.00
Mercado Central
Maybe the biggest hotspot in Valencia of this list is the biggest market hall in Europe: the Mercado Central. In Mercado Central (central market) you find many Valencian or Spanish delicacy and fresh produce, such as vegetables, fruit, fish and meat. Not only the food is amazing, also the building is. On the walls and the ceiling are many details, as oranges or other Valencian symbols. Do you want to know more about this hotspot? You can find more information here.
- Plaça de la Ciutat de Bruges
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- Monday till Saturday: 07.30 – 15.00
Simple
Tucked away in the charming streets of Valencia’s old town, Simple is far from your average shop. This creative concept store is a real hidden gem, the kind of place you walk into ‘just to have a look’ and end up leaving with a suitcase full of treasures.
Looking for unique gifts? Whether it’s for your partner, a friend back home, or just a little something for yourself (because you deserve it), Simple has you covered. From stylish kitchen accessories and charming children’s toys, to handpicked home décor, journals, and books, the selection is ever-changing, always inspiring.
What makes this shop even more special? Every item is designed or made in collaboration with Spanish artists and local creatives, which means everything you see has a story behind it. Think: sustainable design, fair production, and local talent, it is all wrapped up in one beautiful boutique.
So if you’re wandering through Valencia and love discovering local flair, make sure to stop by Simple. Just don’t be surprised if you need an extra bag for the flight home.
- Carrer del Palau 7
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- Monday till Saturday: 10.30 – 15.00 & 17.00 – 20.30
Sunday: 11.00 – 14.30
Atenea Sky Bar
This view of this rooftop bar is truly unbeatable. Perched on the sixth floor, it offers a stunning panorama of Plaza del Ayuntamiento, the city’s lively Town Hall Square. Pair the scenery with a delicious menu, and you’ve got an experience to remember. This spot is a true Valencia hotspot, where you can often enjoy live music with your drink in hand. Check out Atenea’s official website to see their event calendar and plan your visit.
- Carrer de Moratín 12
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- 12.00 – 01.30