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Our FIRST Time Visiting Valencia Spain via Cruise Ship | Virgin Voyages | Exploring On Our Own

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Valencia is one those Spain cities that should be on your list if you haven't checked it out.

Time management is key when you're on a cruise ship. So, it give you a reason to come back.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Use the Valencia Tourist Card for affordable local transportation and museum discounts.
Research bus routes and stops in advance as drivers may not stop to answer questions.
Be aware of pickpockets in crowded areas.
For public restrooms, consider ordering something at a restaurant to gain access.
Use the Free Now app for easy and affordable local rides.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Navigating a foreign city and transportationDo a little bit of research on bus routes and stops before you go.
Safety and theftBe very aware of your surroundings and protect your belongings from pickpockers.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to explore Valencia on a cruise without booking an official excursion?
QHow to use the Valencia Tourist Card?
QIs there a shuttle from the Virgin Voyages terminal to Valencia city center?

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Top: Independent exploration of Valencia
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Thinking about exploring Valencia, Spain? As the third-largest city in Spain, it is packed with history, incredible architecture, and stunning golden beaches. ​Join us as we explore the best of Valencia, Spain during our Virgin Voyages cruise stop! We didn't book an official cruise excursion, but that was no problem at all. We'll show you exactly how to navigate the city on your own, see the top sights, and save money doing it. ​In this Valencia travel vlog, we walk you through everything we did, including: ​Torres de Serranos (Serranos Towers): Exploring these iconic 14th-century towers built between 1392 and 1398. ​Mercado Central of Valencia: A stunning masterpiece of Valencian Art Nouveau opened in 1928, making it one of the oldest running food markets in Europe. It sits right across from the historic La Lonja de la Seda. ​The Church of Santos Juanes (Sant Joan del Mercat): A gorgeous historic Catholic church located in the vibrant Mercat neighborhood. ​Valencia City Hall & Tourist Office: Admiring the breathtaking architecture downtown and grabbing our transit passes. ​💡 VALENCIA TRAVEL TIP: We took full advantage of the 24-Hour Valencia Tourist Card for just €15.30! It gave us unlimited rides on the city buses and metro trains, plus discounts on museums. Check out visitvalencia.com to grab yours! ​To wrap up our day, we hopped on a city bus and headed straight to the coast to explore Platja del Cabanyal (also commonly known as Playa de Las Arenas), the beautiful primary beach located right next to the marina. ​If you're visiting Valencia on a cruise ship or planning a DIY day trip, this video is your ultimate guide to exploring the city seamlessly on your own! #valencia #spain #travel #cruise #europe