Valencia is a city that will captivate you with its youthful, modern energy, then draw you deeper into the Spanish spirit through its rich history, proud traditions, and timeless charm. Striking street art set against ancient architecture reveals the city’s creative soul; lush fields of fruits and vegetables and horse-drawn wagons offer glimpses into Spain’s rural past; and saffron-colored paella paired with sweet, refreshing horchata lets you taste Spanish culture itself.

From the golden afternoon light to the heart-thumping fireworks of la mascletà during Las Fallas—an experience you truly have to feel to understand—to the futuristic beauty of the City of Arts and Sciences, Valencia is a place where you learn Spanish through living it.

Its stunning sights (like La Albufera and Plaza de la Virgen), delicious flavors (fresh seafood and paella), irresistible scents (the Mediterranean breeze and freshly cut grass in Jardines del Turia), vibrant sounds (street flamenco and buzzing nightlife), and inviting textures (soft beach sand and cool stone streets) come together to make Valencia a city where every sense helps you experience Spanish in the most vivid way.