Valencia · CITY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES TOURS
The aquarium, the IMAX dome and the science museum sell separately, and the combos are where the savings are. These 15 are compared on what each ticket opens and how long you need inside.
Spend a day at Valencia’s Oceanogràfic, Europe’s largest sea life center, inside the City of Arts and Sciences. Your ticket covers all exhibits, including marine habitats, the underwater tunnel, sharks, belugas, penguins and outdoor bird areas. Expect a large, walkable attraction with indoor and outdoor spaces. No guide is specified.
“Must do activity if in Valencia. Enjoyed the Dolphin show.”
This one-day combo ticket covers Valencia’s Oceanogràfic aquarium, Príncipe Felipe Science Museum and Hemisfèric cinema. See marine life from belugas to jellyfish, try hands-on science exhibits and choose a scheduled film. There is no guide or transport, so plan your own route and check the film times before you go.
“Oceanographic was beautiful to visit and see so many different animals there that I never saw before. It could get overcrowded in certain areas when visiting so be cautious of that. A portable fan is useful to have when going around the outside areas in the heat. Also visited the Science Museum which was interesting to see. Unfortunately, did not have time to watch a movie in the hemisferic.”
Spend about an hour at Valencia’s Hemisfèric, the striking oval-roofed cinema designed by Valencian architect Santiago Calatrava. Your ticket covers a film in the IMAX Dome, with the program changing by date and time. Check the title and format before booking: one recent visitor reported that the film they saw was not in 3D.
“IT was not 3D film... It was absolutely horrible.”
In about 90 minutes, a private guide leads you from Valencia’s old town past Torres de Serrans, through Turia Gardens and on to the City of Arts and Sciences. There is extra time to learn the Segway, and the route can be planned around your group. Guides include David, Santiago, Euvgny and Sharin.
“We had an awesome Segway tour thru the river park and along the arts and sciences boulevard. David the guide was very entertaining and was truly passionate about his city.”
This private, English-language walking tour visits Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences, including the Science Museum, Hemisfèric, opera house and L’Umbracle, then continues to La Marina de Valencia. Guides such as Enrique explain the complex’s architecture and history. Expect about 2 hours 40 minutes on foot, with the tour ending back at its meeting point.
“A great proposal and the prior communication of the guide Luis impeccable. He received us at the meeting point and from that moment the activity was dynamic and with a lot of information. The space travelled and everything we could appreciate was very valuable. A really unmissable activity.Auto-translated”
In 90 minutes, a guide takes you by Segway around Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences, with views of the Hemisfèric, Umbracle and Museu de les Ciències. You get a short practice session first, then hear how the Turia River’s former bed became gardens and a major cultural site. English and Spanish tours are offered, with groups capped at nine.
“Guide war gut. Hatten einen deutschsprachigen Kurs zu 10:00Uhr gebucht. Konnte nicht gestellt werden; erst ab 12:30Uhr, was leider zu spät war. Haben gezwungener Maßen den entsprechenden Guide genommen. Dieser war wiederum gut.”
Meet a professional photographer at the City of Arts and Sciences for a private 15 to 45-minute shoot. You’ll get gentle direction and photos around the striking complex, then receive professionally edited digital images within 48 hours. Photographers who have worked here include Carl, Yari, Yara, Maria, and Alfonso, though your assigned photographer may vary.
“Carl is an amazing photographer! He put a lot of effort into finding the best spots, and thanks to that we ended up with a wide variety of beautiful photos. I’m really happy with the results and can highly recommend him.”
Join architect Tricia for a guided walk around Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences, then head to a rooftop terrace for chef Amanda’s multi-course tapas and wine pairing. The group is capped at eight, and the meal may move indoors in poor weather. Allow about four hours.
“I couldn't recommend this tour more - Trisha was so knowledgeable about the architecture and very patiently answered all our questions, even offering to take pictures of us. Amanda prepared the most incredible ten course meal with wine pairings to eat whilst watching the sun go down. They were both so lovely and welcoming!”
Meet your guide at the Oceanogràfic entrance for a guided look at Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences, including the Hemisfèric, Umbracle and Palau de les Arts. Then visit the interactive Príncipe Felipe Science Museum and Oceanogràfic aquarium. The guide speaks English, Spanish or Italian. The advertised two-hour duration conflicts with the longer visit schedule, so confirm timing before booking.
“Very good. The guide was professional and foll with information”
Ride from the Serranos Towers through the Turia Gardens to Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences with a private art historian guide. Expect a short Segway lesson, a helmet, and views of Calatrava’s major buildings, including the Science Museum, Hemisfèric, Oceanogràfic, and opera house. Sebastian, Julia, Chelo, David, and Eric have guided English-language outings.
“Sebastian provided an informative, professional & enjoyable experience. The sites & history were amazing. Sebastian looked after a lady in the group who was nervous. Well worth doing a segway experience”
Walk the outdoor City of Arts and Sciences with a private English-speaking guide, who can explain Santiago Calatrava’s striking buildings and their purpose. The three-hour tour is for groups of up to 15, with pickup arranged from your hotel or apartment. Admission is not included, but you can buy tickets for the museum or opera house if you want to go inside.
“José was a great guide, both informative and fun! He made our short trip to Valencia memorable. Beautiful architecture and city.”
This private, English-language ride links Valencia’s old town with the Turia Gardens and the City of Arts and Sciences. Expect short stops at historic gates, bridges and cultural landmarks, plus longer time in the park and at Calatrava’s futuristic complex. Past private-tour guides have included David and Erica, though your guide may differ.
“Erica was our guide on a private tour of the sights we wanted to see, She was extremely knowledgeable & knew a lot about the history of Valencia, also very aware of our safety as we are usually on the opposite side of the road.”
Take a guided, mostly exterior walk through Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences, with stops at the Umbracle garden, the Science Museum corridor, the Agora and the Oceanogràfic entrance. The tour runs in a small group of up to 10, costs $28 per person and is offered in English, Spanish, German and Italian. Enrique is named as an engaging guide, though guide assignments are not specified.
“Sehr engagierter tour guide Enrique! Hat viel Spass gemacht und war vorher immer gut erreichbar!”
Cycle through the former Turia riverbed and on to Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences on a private, English-language tour of about 90 minutes. Your guide discusses the complex from outside, with stops for views and photos. Guides named Hery and Rechy have led past tours, but your guide is not specified.
“The tour is so awesome.I am most enjoy.The Guide Herry is very good and give the good company this tour.The valencia city is so good and the tour is excellent.I am most recommend this city tour.The ride is very well.”
Walk the exteriors of Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences with a private guide, stopping at the Hemisfèric, Science Museum, Oceanogràfic, Palau de les Arts and Umbracle. Guides including Amir, Jose, Sonnia and Jose Luis have led this architecture-focused tour. It lasts about two hours; building interiors, admission and transportation are not included.
“This tour was perfect for understanding the unique design of Valencia’s City of Arts and”
Pick a quarter, a boat or a kitchen.
