Valencia Highlights Bike Tour with Local Guide & Small Group

Summary

Cycle Valencia’s Top Landmarks & City Parks in 3 Hours

This is your chance to cycle through Valencia’s historic heart, coast along Turia Gardens’ shady trails, and marvel at the City of Arts & Sciences—all with stories from a local guide who knows every shortcut. Perfect for first-timers or anyone short on time, this small group bike tour lets you cover more ground without feeling rushed.

What’s the experience like?

“Watch out for oranges!” our guide called as we wove past a cluster of fallen fruit near Plaza de la Reina. I’d never realized how many orange trees lined these streets until that moment—somehow, the scent was faint but sweet in the warm air. We started off from a little shop tucked between old stone buildings, bikes lined up and ready, and everyone in our group seemed just as excited to see what Valencia had to show us.

Rolling through the old town, I caught snippets of local chatter drifting from café terraces. Our guide paused often—sometimes for a quick story about the Silk Exchange’s wild medieval days, sometimes just to point out a detail I’d have missed, like the carved faces above market doors. The city felt alive but never rushed; even in Plaza del Ayuntamiento, where traffic circled and pigeons darted around our wheels, there was time to look up at the grand facades and snap photos.

The best part for me was gliding into Turia Gardens. The path dipped under bridges and past clusters of palm trees where families picnicked on blankets. It was cooler here, with a hint of cut grass in the air. By the time we reached the futuristic shapes of the City of Arts & Sciences, sunlight bounced off glass and water everywhere—honestly, it looked like something from another planet. We finished at Oceanografic’s gates before looping back, legs pleasantly tired but minds buzzing with everything we’d seen.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Valencia Highlights Bike Tour

• Start at office
• Visit historic old town square
• Explore Cathedral history
• See attractive city building
• Visit city heart plaza
• Discover Silk Exchange and Central Market
• View ancient fortress remains
• Relax in exotic tree park
• Tour City of Arts and Sciences
• Visit Oceanographic aquarium
• Return to office

Top questions

Is this Valencia bike tour suitable for beginners?

Yes, the route is mostly flat and easy to follow. The pace is relaxed so even if you haven’t biked in a while, you’ll be comfortable.

How many people are in each group?

The tour is limited to 14 participants per group to keep things friendly and manageable.

Are bikes and helmets provided on this tour?

Bikes are included for everyone; helmets are available if you want one. There’s also bottled water provided during the ride.

Do we stop for photos or breaks along the way?

Absolutely! There are plenty of stops for stories, photos, and quick breaks at key spots throughout Valencia.

What’s included

Your experience comes with use of a comfortable bicycle plus bottled water to keep you refreshed as you ride. There’s always a knowledgeable local guide leading the way, sharing stories and answering questions, plus specialized infant seats if you’re traveling with little ones. And when it’s time for a quick fix or adjustment, there’s a pump handy for each group so nothing slows you down.