These boat rides around the lagoon recall the picturesque landscapes that writer Blasco Ibanez described in his novel Canas y barro (Reeds and Mud). The best time to cross the lake is at dusk, as the sunsets are quite beautiful. You can also enjoy some of the region's typical dishes on the boat, either pre-ordering them or bringing your own. The length of the ride depends on the group, although 30 minutes is the norm and only during daylight hours. Frequency of departures depends on the season and the weather conditions. You can begin the ride around L'Albufera at the Palmar docks, the gola del Perellonet (Perellonet Channel), or the Catarroja Port.
Heinken Greenspace is a haven for lovers of all kinds of arts. Regularly hosting art exhibitions, shows, performances and live music concerts, those who love music and art will love to keep coming here. The hall plays a special role when it comes to cultural events in Valencia, having featured artists like Jamie Lidell, Derrick May and many more. Visit the venue website for information on latest schedules.
Located just a few blocks from the shoreline, this busy theater hosts a variety of concerts, plays, musicals and dance performances. The theater opened its doors to the public in 2004 and has comitted itself to providing the public with a varied and affordable program that features the most exciting cultural, musical and theatrical acts. The auditorium hold just over 400 spectators and thei building itself boasts the tallest doors in the city. Be sure to check their website for upcoming events.
The origins of the Church of Saint Nicolas can be traced back to the 13th Century from where begins the long and eventful history of this religious site. The church, as it stands today, is a blend of two distinct architectural styles - the Gothic and the Baroque. From the outside, the church features a simple, understated design that is typical of 15th-century, Gothic architecture. Inside, the church is a visual feast, adorned from floor to ceiling in colorful Baroque frescoes that date back to the 17th Century. The Church of Saint Nicholas is a veritable treasure trove of ecclesiastical art and one of Valencia's most popular attractions. Stop by and enjoy a glimpse into the life of the church's patron saint, chronicled in artistic detail across the walls and ceiling of this historic site.
L'Iber Museo de Los Soldaditos de Plomo is quite different from your regular museums in the way that the museum houses collections of war-time antiques from different times, with themes like Spanish guards, Battle of America, Hall of the Middle Ages, Corpus Christi procession, Antiquity room, Hall of Tapestries and more. The museum also houses a store from where one can buy collectibles and souvenirs.
This museum is part of the Centro Cultural de la Beneficencia. The cultural centre has permanent exhibition halls in which you can learn about the evolution of rural, traditional Valencian society's way of life. It also has temporary exhibitions on various ethnological themes. There is a specialized library, open to the public, which deals with ethnological and anthropological subjects, and the archives that accompany them. Apart from the cultural centre's activities (exhibitions, concerts, conferences), the visitor can participate in and make use of various didactic workshops and sound, photo and video libraries.