Secret Valencia: Old Town Gems & Photo Highlights Walking Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Secret Valencia: Old Town Gems & Photo Highlights Walking Tour worth booking?
Secret Valencia: Old Town Gems & Photo Highlights Walking Tour is a 2.5-hour experience in Valencia, Spain, from $21 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 60 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $21 per person
Unlock Valencia’s best kept secrets on the city’s most complete express tour. Perfect for tight schedules, this high yield route dives deep into history, hunting down hidden 11th century Islamic walls and ancient Roman f
What you get
About this experience
Unlock Valencia’s best kept secrets on the city’s most complete express tour. Perfect for tight schedules, this high yield route dives deep into history, hunting down hidden 11th century Islamic walls and ancient Roman foundations tucked inside modern spots. Explore iconic landmarks from the Cathedral and Central Market to the Silk Exchange and discover the secret stories most tourists miss. The ultimate all in one Valencia experience. - Quick and dynamic tour perfect for cruise stops or short visits - Explore Valencia's historic landmarks with an expert guide - Experience local life at the Central Market and Silk Exchange - Optional sweet stop for horchata and food included -Discover Islamic & Roman Secrets
What's included
Included
- Candy Tasting: (Optional, depending on shop opening hours).
- Expert tour guide
Not included
- Entry to the cathedral or monuments is not included. This is an external tour; we will pass by.
What you'll see and do
A historic square built directly over Valencia's oldest Roman ruins (Valentia Edetanorum, founded in 138 BC). It was also the site of the city's main Muslim mosque before the Christian reconquest
10 minutes here
A beautiful pedestrian square that marks the ancient heart of Roman Valencia, where the Roman Forum (the city's main civic and political center) used to stand.
10 minutes here
Casa del Punt de Ganxo
A striking Modernist building known for its unique facade decorated with colorful floral tiles and stone carvings that resemble crochet work (punt de gantxo).
10 minutes here
Valencia Cathedral
Valencia’s main cathedral, which visually traces the city's religious evolution: it was built on top of a Moorish mosque, which itself had been built over a Roman temple dedicated to Jupiter.
Pass by without stopping
Tribunal de les Aigues de la Vega de Valencia
Europe's oldest legal institution. While it formally dates back to the King Jaume I era, its system of solving irrigation disputes is deeply rooted in the agricultural laws and traditions of the 10th-century Muslim Caliphate of Córdoba
Pass by without stopping
(optional) you can buy and taste the fresh and delicious orchata drink
10 minutes here
One of the city's busiest hubs, newly renovated and offering great views of the Cathedral's main entrance.
10 minutes here
(exterior)A charming square featuring a beautiful, highly detailed Baroque-style bell tower.
10 minutes here
Plaza Redonda
A unique, hidden round square filled with small craft stalls, traditional lace shops, and tapas bars.
10 minutes here
Plaza del Mercado (Placa del Mercat)
The bustling square that connects the city's historic trade center with the vibrant central market area.
Pass by without stopping
A masterpiece of Modernist architecture, famous for its colorful ceramics and massive iron-and-glass dome.
Pass by without stopping
La Lonja de la Seda
A magnificent 15th-century Gothic building and UNESCO World Heritage site, originally used for the silk trade.
Pass by without stopping
Valencia's grand main square, home to the City Hall, a massive central fountain, and impressive classic architecture.
10 minutes here
A vibrant Basque restaurant that hides an incredible historic secret in its lower dining room: a beautifully preserved section of Valencia's 11th-century Islamic defense wall (complete with a square tower built using repurposed Roman stones).
10 minutes here
The beautiful main railway station, famous for its stunning Art Nouveau facade decorated with local oranges and ceramics.
10 minutes here
A grand, 19th-century brick amphitheater built for bullfighting, designed to look like the Roman Colosseum.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Valencia
The meeting point will be Plaza de la Almoina, Valencia. Your guide will be holding a black or purple umbrella. Please provide a valid phone number or email address so the guide can get in touch with you.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Tour in English
Italian Tour
Spanish
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, it, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Mystic Xperience Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Secret Valencia: Old Town Gems & Photo Highlights Walking Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fantastic tour
Fantastic tour in Valencia! Guide Tiziana was welcoming, professional, and helpful!! Highly recommended
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $21 to $22
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Mystic Xperience Tours, who run 8 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 64.4.
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Secret Valencia: Old Town Gems & Photo Highlights Walking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Valencia.
How much does Secret Valencia: Old Town Gems & Photo Highlights Walking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $21 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Valencia usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Secret Valencia: Old Town Gems & Photo Highlights Walking Tour take?
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Plan for about 2.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Valencia is not rushed.
Is Secret Valencia: Old Town Gems & Photo Highlights Walking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Valencia, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Secret Valencia: Old Town Gems & Photo Highlights Walking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Secret Valencia: Old Town Gems & Photo Highlights Walking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Secret Valencia: Old Town Gems & Photo Highlights Walking Tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Valencia can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Valencia and add a light layer if any part of the 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Secret Valencia: Old Town Gems & Photo Highlights Walking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Valencia within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Valencia?
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On Outty we rank every Valencia experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Valencia Bike Tour from the City to the Beach, plus Bike Guy App!, Paella Cooking Class, Wine Tasting & Central Market in Valencia, Valencia Old Town Tour with Wine & Tapas in 11th Century Historic Monument. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Valencia?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Valencia?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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