Popular places to visit
City of Arts and Sciences
Watch an opera performance, visit an interactive science museum and spot 500 species of marine life at this multipurpose cultural and entertainment complex.
Port of Valencia
Explore the waterfront in Valencia with a trip to Port of Valencia. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Malvarrosa Beach
Swim in the warm Mediterranean Sea, stroll along the promenade and dine along the waterfront at one of Valencia’s most popular urban beaches.
Oceanogràfic Aquarium
Explore this spectacular indoor-outdoor aquarium, home to innovative exhibits and more than 500 different marine species.
Plaza del Ayuntamiento
Visit stately historical buildings and learn about Valencia’s history and evolution when you spend time in this beautiful city center square.
Valencia Cathedral
See the supposed Holy Grail, marvel at Renaissance frescoes and admire city views from a bell tower at one of Valencia’s most iconic landmarks.
Things to do
From Albir, Altea, Benidorm & Calpe: Valencia City Excursion
Valencia: Sailing Catamaran Cruise with Sunset Option and DJ
Valencia: Sunset or Daytime Catamaran Cruise with Drink
Top hotels in Ruzafa
Senator Parque Central Hotel
Great room, very helpful staff, nice location (about 15 mins walk from central station)
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Petit Palace Ruzafa Hotel
Location, staff, small room but very clean
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Limehome Valencia Calle de Cadiz
Amazing!!! Couldn’t have been a better place to stay! Everything was top notch!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Only YOU Hotel Valencia
Clean room, great staff and great location. Only issue towels were rough and coffee machine didn’t work.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hotel Primus Valencia
Superbe grande chambre propre et très confortable. Les chambres sont bien insonorisées Le service est rapide et courtois. Stationnement disponible ($) et petit déjeuner également (16 Euro). Le déjeuner est varié.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Melia Valencia
The view and seeing the weather change was spectacular =
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ruzafa
Eixample
If you're spending time in Eixample, you might enjoy attractions like Ruzafa Market and Colón Market. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Xativa Station to see more of the city.
La Gran Via
While La Gran Via may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Colón Market and Palau de la Musica.
Sant Francesc
While you're in Sant Francesc, take in top sights like Plaza del Ayuntamiento and jump on the metro at Colon Station to see more of the city.
Ciutat Vella
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia to Silk Exchange – discover Ciutat Vella, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Valencia City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Central Market to Silk Exchange – discover Valencia City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Mestalla
If you're spending time in Mestalla, check out sights like Turia Gardens or Mestalla Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Aragon Station or Alameda Station.
