Valencia, Spain

10:00 a 19:00 h.
Combined-price:31.60e
Valid for one, two or three days (consecutive or otherwise. Does not entitle ticket holder to repeat visits to the same attraction on different days). Date must be indicated


The first of its kind in Spain, this totally white futuristic cityscape made up of enormous modern buildings is the work of famous local architect Santiago Calatrava. You'll find it in the Túria river bed . Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias complex spreads out over 350000 square metre and consists of four different structures but related sections: the Arts Centre, Science Museum , planetarium and Ocean Park. Each of these are must-visit spots for tourists. Hours of operation vary by season, check website for details.

Probably walk by - unless we see a show we want to see-CHECK IN OCTOBER FOR SHOW SCHEDULE
7.50E
Check for schedule of shows

This is one of the largest museums of Europe (4800 square metres), and is located inside the enormous modernist complex of the City of the Arts and the Sciences . It is an important institution of the Valencian community, one of the most significant works by the Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava. It was born out of the desire to provide answers to those interested in social learning, and is a must-visit.

31.60 For Museo, Hemisferic, and Oceanografico

PRICE: 2E

DIRECTIONS: Right by the City of Arts and Sciences for your convenience. Tue - Sat 10am - 2pm / 16.30 - 8.30pm Sun + Hols: 10am - 3pm Monday closed

Viewing time: 50 min
(approximate)

What it is about: Las Fallas
In Detail: ninots (figurines of the fallas), history of the festival, how the fallas are made, how the fallas have evolved, video of the festival.This festival, internationally known, is unique to Valencia and so spectacular and strange that your visit will be incomplete without having a taste of it, whatever time of year you come. Every year one ninot (a figurine of a falla) is saved from fire and placed into this museum. They are so well made, that it is like being in the wax museum of Madamme Tussauds, only much more amusing (the fallas are traditionally humorous). It is also an interesting insight into the Valencian psyche, as the figures are saved by the popular vote. You will see representatives from the last 80 years of Las Fallas, as well as atmospheric posters, pictures of the best fallas and portraits of Fallera Mayor. If your Spanish is good, there are also sections on the history of the festival, on how the fallas are made, and even a model of mascleta (pyrotechnics). A 10 min video will show you all the major aspects of Las Fallas, from assembly and costumes to fireworks and the night of burning. This museum is

From Sunday to Friday
10h. to 18h.
Saturday10h. to 20 h
Guide service in English and other languages (Maximum 30 people): 77 € (with V.A.T)
PRICE: 23.90e

The Oceanográfico of the City of Arts and Sciences is the largest aquarium in Europe and contains representatives of the world’s main marine ecosystems. Each building is identified with the following aquatic environments: the Mediterranean, Wetlands, Temperate and Tropical Seas, Oceans, the Antarctic, the Arctic, Islands, and the Red Sea, as well as the Dolphinarium with 24 million litres of water and a depth of 10.5 metres. The Underwater Restaurant and the Access Building which welcomes visitors stand out because of their spectacular roofs designed by Félix Candela.

During their route through the various installations, visitors can get to know at first hand the behaviour and way of life of over 45,000 individuals of 500 different species: dolphins, belugas, walruses, sea lions, seals, penguins, turtles, sharks, rays, sawfish, jellyfish, starfish, sea urchins, and crustaceans of all kin..., as well as wetland bird species such as those inhabiting the Albufera de Valencia and tropical mangrove swamps.

10a-9p M-Sa