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Valencia Highlights with Private Vehicle (Private Tour)

4.9(75)Valencia1 hour
VIATOR4.9(53)TRIPADVISOR5.0(22)

Description

Valencia is a fascinating city, filled with ancient history and modern charm and we are a small group of elite guides, ready to share our passion with you. Your half-day tour of Valencia is completely private, only for you and your party, including a private guide and private transport in a nice air conditioned car (or van or minibus for bigger groups) from wherever you want to begin, combined with a historical center walking portion, catered to your walking abilities, seeing everything noteworthy from the outside and with time to enter 1 or 2 historical noted. Since your tour is tailored specifically to you and your interests, you are free to customize any part of the tour within the 4 hours of service. If there is anything you would like to visit that you don't see listed as part of this tour, please inquire with us, as we are happy to help you have the best day in Valencia. We are also happy to accommodate any mobility or dietary restrictions.

Tour Options

1-15 People
  • Number of Guests. : Please note, private vehicles are used up to 5-6 pax. Then we may use nice large taxis or minibuses depending on group size. Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission included35 min

ADMISSION ONLY INCLUDED FOR ONE MUSEUM/MONUMENT. Your private guide will take you around the UNESCO-protected Lonja de la Seda, or our Silk Exchange, which was Valencia's center of commerce during the 15th century. The building itself is a testament to Valencia's history, decorated with ornate engravings and gargoyles that tell their own stories. If you choose to include entrance into La Lonja, your guide will take you through the orangerie, the grand hall, and the ornately decorated rooms.

Admission included40 min

ADMISSION ONLY INCLUDED FOR ONE MUSEUM/MONUMENT. Your guide will walk with you beside the reflecting pond that acts as a roof for our modern archeological museum, home to the Roman ruins that made up the city of Valencia. If you choose to include entrance into the Almoina, your guide will take you back in time to the Roman era and the very early origins of our city. As the museum is underground, this is a great option for a hot day.

Admission included40 min

ADMISSION ONLY INCLUDED FOR ONE MUSEUM/MONUMENT. Supplemental cost of 5€ per person (excluding children). Subject to availability. Built between the 13th and 15th centuries, the Cathedral of Valencia is widely considered to be home to the Holy Grail, which you will see if you choose to include entrance into the Cathedral. Your guide will walk you around the outside of the cathedral, explaining the significance of the variety of architectural styles.

45 min

During your tour, your guide will reveal the secrets of the City of Arts and Sciences complex, designed by Valencia’s own Santiago Calatrava and Felix Candela. You can choose to end your tour at the City of Arts and Sciences to visit Europe’s largest aquarium and ocean research center, the Oceanografic. Our guides are happy to make reservations for you at the underwater restaurant or help you purchase tickets to visit the marine life.

20 min

No visit to Valencia is complete without a photo stop at the picturesque, wide sandy Malvarrosa beach area. You can choose to end your tour at the beach to soak in some of the Mediterranean sunshine. Our guides are happy to make reservations for you at one of our favorite beachside restaurants or recommend beach rentals for an afternoon in the sun.

Pass by

During your tour, your guide will take you down the main shopping street in the city, passing by the Romanesque Bullring and the Art Nouveau style train station. Entrance into the train station can be arranged free of charge - please consult when you book your tour.

45 min

Decorated in an Art Nouveau style and featuring beautiful stained glass windows and Moorish-style arches, the Mercado Central, or Central Market, or Valencia, is the highlight of the city center. Your guide will take you through the rows of stalls piled high with fresh produce, meats, cheeses, wine, fish, olives, and more. You will have a chance to taste some of the delicacies of Valencia in the Central Market. Not available on Sundays, public holidays, or afternoon tours.

Pass by

Located in the center of the city, the Plaza del Ayuntamiento is home to Valencia's center of government and town hall.

30 min

One of the most beautiful places in Valencia, the Plaza de la Virgen is located in the pedestrian-only historic city center. Your guide will take you through the plaza, showing you the Basilica, the Cathedral, and the fountain in the center of the plaza. You can take a break on your tour here to enjoy a coffee or a glass of wine while people watching. You might even spot a few Valencian Falleras dressed in traditional 18th-century gowns.

Highlights

Private transportation
Entrances to ONE MONUMENT/MUSEUM
Tours include a tasting of the traditional Valencian sweet drink, called horchata.
Private Guide

What's included

Included
Private transportation
Entrances to ONE MONUMENT/MUSEUM
Tours include a tasting of the traditional Valencian sweet drink, called horchata.
Private Guide

Pickup Locations & Times

Each of our tours is private and customizable, including your start and end locations. Our guides will pick you up from a location of your choice at the beginning of each tour and drop you off where you prefer. All pick-ups and drop-offs must be in or around Valencia city center (including the bus and train stations) or the port of Valencia. We are happy to coordinate pick-ups or drop-offs outside of the city center, including in neighboring towns or at the airport for an additional fee. Please inquire for more information.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(75)

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amykatt16
July 23, 2026
Valencia

Pedro was a wonderful guide! Highly recommend this tour if you are visiting on a cruise and don't have much time.

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myraa982
June 28, 2026
Amazing Half Day Family Tour

Carlos, who served as our guide for the "Highlights Family Tour" in Valencia, Spain was kind, informative, and incredibly engaging with our 8-year-old son. His personal touches made the experience truly enjoyable & memorable for our entire family.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review. I'm so glad to hear you had a great experience with Carlos - I've passed on your kind words to him. We hope to see you back again in Valencia soon! All my best x

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robertlM3788UB
June 11, 2026
Great tour of several neighborhoods in Valencia by car

Our tour guide, Carlos, was fantastic! He was friendly, knowledgeable, and fluent in both English and Spanish. He drove us through several neighborhoods, including some on the beach, and provided informed commentary that helped us decide which specific neighborhoods we wanted to spend more "on the ground" time in later. Our experience was 100% positive!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your 5-star review! I'm so glad you had a fantastic experience with Carlos, and he helped narrow down your relocation options. Hopefully we will see you again soon! All the best x

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197stewarta
April 19, 2026
Engaging, detailed, thoughtful, fun

What an excellent tour by Carlos. He is extremely knowledgable about Valencia, shares stories that I've never heard (and I live here), and was patient answering all of our questions.

Operator response

Thank you so much, Stew, for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such an excellent experience with Carlos. It’s especially meaningful to know that even as a local, you discovered new stories and perspectives about Valencia. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience, and we hope to see you again on another tour soon!

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Kandice_H
November 30, 2025
Great overview of...

Great overview of Valencia highlights with our native guide Nicole. We really wanted to spend some time in their famous aquarium which did not disappoint. Next time we’d like to extend our visit in the Arts and Sciences complex. The architecture is spectacular!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your highlights tour of Valencia with Nicole. Whenever you return, we would be more than happy to help you explore even more of the City of Arts and Sciences. The architecture there is indeed spectacular, and there’s so much to see and enjoy. Thanks again for choosing to tour with us, and we hope to welcome you back to Valencia soon!

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Nicole_P
November 22, 2025
The best tour of València

My guide was excellent. She knew so much about València. I thoroughly enjoyed my time with her. I never felt rushed and she knew the best places for coffee and food in the market. In fact, she helped get me a last minute tour guide for Barcelona the following day. This company is spectacular!

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Noemi_P
November 9, 2025
A Fabulous Private Tour of Valencia

Isabel was very knowledgeable about all the places we visited. She was also very flexible and let us make some changes to the schedule. The day with her was truly special.

Operator response

Hi Noemi and thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your day with Isabel and appreciated her knowledge and flexibility. It’s great to know she helped make your experience truly special.

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Scott_E
October 25, 2025
Outstanding Introduction

Good overview of Valencia and her history. Nicole is an excellent guide who is a font of information.

Operator response

Hi Scott, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the tour and appreciated the overview of Valencia’s rich history. Nicole will be delighted to hear your kind words — she’s truly passionate about sharing her knowledge and love for the city. We hope to welcome you back for another great experience in Valencia!

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Scott_G
October 21, 2025
Great tour and guide....

Great tour and guide. Friendly and knowledgeable guide. We would highly recommend this tour. Paces well With great information and stories.

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the tour and our guide’s stories, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. We hope to see you here again in Valencia at some point!

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David_N
October 21, 2025
Beautiful Valencia!

Our private tour highlighted the beauty and historical context of Valencia in a well balanced guided walking tour. Our guide, Carlos, was very knowledgeable and easily answered all our questions. Highly recommended!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your lovely review, David! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your private tour with Carlos and appreciated the history and beauty of Valencia. All the best, The VPT team

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