3 reasons to visit Valencia, Spain

I have to start by admitting the fact that I am biased when it comes to this beautiful city. It was the first place I visited in Spain, back in 2015, and I absolutely fell in love with it! It is a gem and literally a city that has something for everyone, and it is certainly an ideal destination for solo travellers. I lived here for about 5 months as a digital nomad, and I would always recommend it to everyone. Let me explain why!

1. The secret recipe

I am not talking about food here (although we will definitely touch on the subject later on), but the secret recipe to what makes an amazing travel destination in my opinion: great city life (with lots going on) + the beach! I know that may sound a little basic, but in my experience this is the secret recipe to a city that can be the perfect destination to anyone. If you are into architecture, history, museums and other activities to do, Valencia has it all! From beautiful churches to incredible museums, you will not be bored! And then we haven't even mentioned the outdoor activities you can do: given that the city is divided by a river bank that functions as a beautiful and versatile park, if you are more like the outdoorsy type, you will be happy here! From bachata classes to cycling city tours this park has a vibrant atmosphere. And of course, Valencia has a great beach as well, with lost of restaurants and cafes to visit. So, if a relaxed beach holiday is what you are after, this could be the right choice for you!

2. It has great weather pretty much all year round

I have tried most of the European destinations they recommend in winter months, and I have to say Valencia stood out with how mild the weather was even in December time. Of course, there will always be some rainy days, but generally Valencia is a great destination all year round if you want some sunshine. With an average of about 300 sunny days per year, you have a high chance of having to use your sunglasses if you pick this travel destination. The cherry on top is that you can find some pretty well-priced flight tickets especially off season from many European cities.

3. The atmosphere

Valencia is certainly a lesser-known travel destination compared to Madrid or Barcelona, so it will be a less overwhelming experience. Especially if you go off-season, from November to March, you can expect to have more of a local experience, with not many crowds or tourists to worry about. Compared to some popular travel destinations, this is the reason why I think I felt so at home in Valencia; it feels familiar and cozy. If you want to enjoy more of the city life, I would recommend staying in the El Carmen or Russafa neighborhoods (the latter is where the nightlife is). And if you want a more laid-back holiday with the beach within walking distance, check out the El Cabanyal or La Malva-Rosa areas. If you happen to spend a few months here, I would even recommend changing accommodation halfway to experience both worlds.

In conclusion, whether you are planning a solo trip for 5 days or 5 months, I think Valencia could be the perfect destination if you are looking for a place that has just the right amount of city and beach life. As I mentioned in the beginning, I definitely think Valencia is a city that has it all, so why not put it on your bucket list?

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