Explore Valencia’s Eixample district with a self-guided Art Nouveau tour, uncovering over 50 hidden masterpieces and architectural innovations. Discover the city’s magical style.
Explore Valencia’s Eixample district with a self-guided Art Nouveau tour, uncovering over 50 hidden masterpieces and architectural innovations. Discover the city’s magical style.
- Placa Porta del Mar - Begin your adventure at this historic square, serving as a gateway to Valencia’s sophisticated Eixample district. While the impressive monument will be admired, entry to nearby attractions is not part of this tour.
- Mercado Colon - As the tour passes by Mercado Colón, one of Valencia’s most iconic markets will be seen,…
- Placa Porta del Mar - Begin your adventure at this historic square, serving as a gateway to Valencia’s sophisticated Eixample district. While the impressive monument will be admired, entry to nearby attractions is not part of this tour.
- Mercado Colon - As the tour passes by Mercado Colón, one of Valencia’s most iconic markets will be seen, showcasing a blend of modernist elegance and a lively atmosphere. The tour will include a stroll through the market, appreciating its remarkable ceiling structure and the diverse selection of cafés and restaurants catering to all tastes.
- Monument Al Poeta Teodor Llorente - While passing the Monument to Teodoro Llorente, a tribute to one of Valencia’s most esteemed poets, often referred to as the father of the Valencian Renaissance, will be observed. This monument reflects the city’s profound respect for its cultural and literary heritage.
- Edificio de los Dragones - As the tour passes by Casa con Dragones, the unique façade adorned with intricate dragon motifs, a signature of Valencian Art Nouveau, will be admired. Please note that entry to the building is not included in this tour.
- Gran Via Del Marques Del Turia - Enjoy a stroll along the grandest avenue in the Eixample, lined with lush greenery and luxurious residences. As the tour progresses, stories of its prestigious past and notable residents will be shared.
- Casa Ortega, 1906 - Appreciate this Art Nouveau masterpiece with its striking floral details and wrought-iron balconies. The building’s ornate façade is best admired from the street, where its captivating charm will leave a lasting impression.
- Escultura al llaurador valencià - Observe this remarkable tribute to the Valencian farmer, a symbol of the city’s agricultural heritage. The statue’s details are best appreciated up close, as the cultural significance of this cherished symbol is shared.
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
- Smartphone and headphones
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Food and drink
- Transportation
- Smartphone and headphones
- Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
- Food and drink
- Transportation
Valencia’s Eixample district is a premier destination for Art Nouveau enthusiasts, and this self-guided walking tour unveils over 50 modernist gems hidden in plain sight. Away from the bustling historic center, this sophisticated, affluent neighborhood is where the true charm unfolds. Participants will discover the transformative 20th-century style that…
Valencia’s Eixample district is a premier destination for Art Nouveau enthusiasts, and this self-guided walking tour unveils over 50 modernist gems hidden in plain sight. Away from the bustling historic center, this sophisticated, affluent neighborhood is where the true charm unfolds. Participants will discover the transformative 20th-century style that redefined the city, with buildings adorned with whimsical figures and intricate botanical motifs. Beginning at Plaça de la Porta de la Mar, early masterpieces by Francisco Javier Goerlich can be admired, including Valencia’s first Art Nouveau structure, Edificio de los Dragones. As the tour progresses, the history of Gran Vía del Marqués del Túria and its notable residents will be shared, along with the poignant tale of the House of Swallows and the captivating Casa Ortega, where the tour concludes. Along the route, participants will explore Valencia’s Golden Triangle, be amazed by Mercat de Colón, and discover pioneering architectural innovations.
- This is a self-guided walking tour, so no transportation is provided. However, public transportation to and from the starting and ending points is generally wheelchair accessible in Valencia.
- Most of the tour route follows paved streets and sidewalks, which are wheelchair accessible. However, some areas might have slight inclines, cobblestones, or narrow sidewalks, which could pose minor challenges. There are no stairs on the primary route.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.