6 Dining Experiences in Valencia Worth Planning Around

1.Flamenco at Toro y La Luna with optional Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,209 reviews · 1 - 3 hours · from $23Our pick

At El Toro y La Luna, Valencia’s first flamenco tablao, seven performers bring dancers, singers, and guitarists together for a live show of about 90 minutes. Book show-only or add a traditional dinner. The small, family-run venue sits in a quiet plaza, and dinner packages may offer closer seats.

“Oh my goodness, this was a dream come true for me especially that we enjoyed the show on my birthday April 6. The sangria, tapas were delicious 😋, service was super friendly. we came early and got an awesome table close to the stage. the Flamenco show was just INCREDIBLE! From the musicians to the dancers to dear PAPA, there was so much power, passion and love for their craft.....ohhh the BEAUTIFUL ENERGY was like no other. at the end of the show we danced on stage with the dancers and took photos, they were so gracious, they even sang "happy birthday" to me! 😘 I seriously recommend you book…”

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2.Flamenco Show with Dinner at La Bulería

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,141 reviews · from $74Top rated

At La Bulería, an intimate Valencia tablao, you get a live flamenco show, dinner, and drinks in one evening. Choose the Premium menu or the VIP tasting menu, which includes a table near the stage and an open bar during dinner. The venue is about five minutes from the City of Arts and Sciences.

“Amazing experience! Our expectations regarding dinner were not high and we were very surprised, good food, pleasant atmosphere and lots of fun with flamenco show. The price is a bit high but it worth it, I strongly recommend!!! Ps. If you choose the fish option for the main dish be aware that the portion is smaller than the beef option, we ordered both to share.”

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3.Traditional Paella Cooking Class and Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 48 reviews · from $90

In central Valencia, join a chef such as Antonio, Pepe, or Grego for a hands-on lesson in paella Valenciana. Learn about local ingredients, rice varieties, and cooking methods, then enjoy your paella with Mediterranean starters, dessert, and sangria. The two-hour class is limited to eight people and runs in English or Spanish.

“António was great! We learnt so much and had fun doing it!”

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4.Private Evening Cruise with Dinner and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 35 reviews · 2 hours · from $76

Set sail from Marina Real Juan Carlos I for a private two-hour evening cruise along Valencia’s coast. A skipper and crew serve paella with three drinks per person while you take in the skyline and Malvarrosa Beach from the water. You can add seafood paella or a bottle of wine or prosecco. Erik has been singled out for making a birthday outing special, but the named skipper may vary.

“We had a fantastic time on the sunset cruise ! It was my friends birthday and Erik made our time super special ! The views were fantastic and Erik made sure we had the best view. The Paella was spectacular, I recommend ordering it ! We really appreciate our guide Erik for making this a memorable experience.”

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5.Traditional Spanish Home Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 26 reviews · 3 hours · from $58

In Valencia, VSI Tour’s three-hour dinner pairs a home-style meal with a small group of up to 10 people. Expect a three-course dinner, drinks and dessert; one reported menu began with cold tapas, followed by a paella-style dish and a sweet finish. The host languages are Spanish, French, German, Lithuanian and Portuguese. The exact menu and host’s background are not specified.

“good food and good times in a chill environment.”

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6.Gourmet 5-Course Dinner Experience in Valencia

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 4 reviews · 2 hours

Spend two hours at a local home in Valencia for a private five-course dinner made with locally sourced, farm-grown ingredients. Choose an Italian-inspired or Spanish-inspired menu, with vegetarian, meat, fish, and gluten-free options. Wine or sangria and water are included. Chef Gabby is named in one account, but check who will cook on your date.

“The food was exceptional — a full five-course dinner prepared by the chef using farm-based ingredients and traditional Spanish recipes, creating a warm and truly authentic experience.”

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