Valencia day trip from Albir: 5 hours free in the city

Five hours to wander Valencia on your own terms

A day trip from Albir to Valencia with coach pickup and drop-off, giving you five hours of free time in the historic centre near Torres de Serranos. An English-speaking representative confirms timings and meeting points on the day. The round trip takes 10 to 12 hours total, with the two-hour drive each way built in.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Valencia Oceanografic3h
2. Mestalla Stadium1h

Valencia city day trip from Costa Blanca

• Pickup from Albir, Altea, Benidorm or Calpe
• Travel by coach to Valencia (2 hours)
• Free time to explore Valencia historic centre
• Optional visit to Oceanografic
• Optional visit to Mestalla football stadium
• Meet English-speaking representative for timings
• Return coach journey with drop-offs in reverse order

The experience

The coach collects you from your hotel in Albir, Benidorm, Altea or Calpe and heads toward Valencia: a two-hour journey on an air-conditioned vehicle. Once you arrive, you're dropped at Torres de Serranos, the gateway to the historic quarter, a short walk from the cathedral and the main city centre. From there, the five hours are yours to spend as you choose: walk the old streets, sit in a plaza, grab lunch, or move at whatever pace suits you that day.

If you want structure within those hours, three options are bookable on arrival. You can join a sightseeing tour of the city, visit Mestalla Stadium (the home of Valencia CF), or spend time at Oceanografic, the sea-life centre. None of these are locked in ahead of time. You decide when you get there, depending on what you feel like doing and how much daylight is left. The representative travelling with the group can help you sort out the logistics and confirm what's available.

The return follows the same route in reverse, with drop-offs at each pickup point in the order they were collected. Services from Calpe and Altea run from June through November only. Albir and Benidorm operate year-round. Comfortable walking shoes are essential, and casual smart dress is expected: a top covering the torso and shorts as a minimum.

What’s included

• Pickup and drop-off from your chosen hotel or meeting point.
• air-conditioned coach transport to and from Valencia.
• English and Spanish-speaking tour representative.
• transport to the historic centre drop-off point at Torres de Serranos.

Options for this experience

8 options

Pickup from the Sol Pelicanos hotel in BenidormGuide in English or Spanish · 08:50Total expected duration of 11 hours, including pickup and drop-off. Starting point: Sol Pelícanos Ocas, C. Gerona, 47, 03503 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain. Pickup is from the Sol Pelicanos hotel.

Pickup from the Albir Playa hotelGuide in English or Spanish · 08:30Total expected duration of 12 hours, including pickup and drop-off. Pickup from the Albir Playa hotel will be at the roundabout in front of the hotel. Starting point: Albir Playa Hotel & Spa, Camí Vell d'Altea, 51, 03581 L'Alfàs del Pi, Alicante, Spain.

Pickup from the Poseidon Playa hotel in BenidormGuide in English or Spanish · 09:20Total expected duration of 10 hours, including pickup and drop-off. Pickup from the Poseidon Playa hotel will be at the bus stop on the main beach road in front of the hotel. Starting point: Hotel Poseidon Playa, Av. de Racharel, 1, 03502 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain.

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Pickup from the Gran Hotel Bali in BenidormGuide in English or Spanish · 09:30Total expected duration of 10 hours, including pickup and drop-off. Pickup from the Gran Hotel Bali will be from in front of the main entrance. Starting point: Gran Hotel Bali, C. del Actor Luis Prendes, 4, LOCAL- B, 03502 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain.

Pickup from Bar Granada in AlteaGuide in English or Spanish · 09:10Total expected duration of 10 hours, including pickup and drop-off. Pickup from Bar Granada Altea. Starting point: Bar Granada Altea, Carrer la Mar, 135, 03590 Altea, Alicante, Spain.

Pickup from the Cap Negret hotel in AlteaGuide in English or Spanish · 09:15Total expected duration of 10 hours, including pickup and drop-off. Starting point: Hotel Cap Negret, Partida, Cap-negret, 7, 03590 Altea, Alicante, Spain.

Pickup from Suitopia in CalpeGuide in English or Spanish · 09:35Total expected duration of 9 hours, including pickup and drop-off. Pickup from the Suitopia hotel is from the pavement in front of the main entrance. Starting point: ESTIMAR Calp Suitopia 3 & three, Av. Europa, 2, 03710 Calpe, Alicante, Spain.

Pickup from Mercadona in CalpeGuide in English or Spanish · 09:40Total expected duration of 9 hours, including pickup and drop-off. Pickup from Mercadona Calpe will be at the bus stop beside the Mercadona supermarket, facing the AR Diamante hotel. Starting point: Mercadona, Av. Juan Carlos I, s/n, 03710 Calpe, Alicante, Spain.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates & prices

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday and Thursday8 departure times: the first at 08:30, the last at 09:40

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Youth (4 to 12 years) · Child (2 to 3 years) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupUp to 70

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelWheelchair accessibleStroller friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Round Town Travel S.L.

Is this one for you?Pick this if you're starting from the Costa Blanca coast and want five hours of unguided exploration in Valencia, with the option to book paid attractions like Mestalla or Oceanografic once you arrive.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (4 to 12 years); Child (2 to 3 years); Infant (under 2): free.

How much time do I actually get to spend in Valencia?

Five hours of free time in the historic centre, starting from your drop-off at Torres de Serranos. The two-hour journey each way is separate from that.

Can I book Mestalla Stadium or Oceanografic in advance, or do I have to decide on the day?

Both are bookable on arrival, not beforehand. The representative with your group can help you arrange entry when you get there, depending on opening hours and what you want to fit into your five hours.

Which pickup point should I choose?

Select the hotel or location closest to where you're staying: Albir Playa hotel, Cap Negret or Bar Granada in Altea, Suitopia or Mercadona in Calpe, or one of three Benidorm hotels (Sol Pelicanos, Gran Hotel Bali, or Poseidon Playa). Calpe and Altea pickups only run June to November.

Is there wheelchair access in Valencia's historic centre?

The coach is wheelchair accessible and all areas at the drop-off point are wheelchair accessible. Manual collapsible wheelchairs can be stored in the luggage hold, though the driver cannot assist with boarding or disembarking due to insurance regulations.