8 of the best · Valencia, Spain
Parks, Gardens and Beaches in Valencia
The nine-kilometre Turia Garden, the botanical garden, the Jardines del Real, the city beaches and the Albufera lagoon.
Our 8 favourites, listed A–Z · Updated October 2026
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Insiders' picks
Three of our favourites from this list, vetted by people who know and love Valencia.
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The rice lagoon
Parc Natural de l’Albufera
The great freshwater lagoon south of the city, ringed by rice fields.
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Parks & gardens 6
Green space.
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University of Valencia
Jardí Botànic
The University of Valencia’s botanical garden, about four hectares.
Calle Quart 80, 46008 ValenciaExplore View on map
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Beside the fine-arts museum
Jardines del Real (Viveros)
Historic gardens beside the Turia and the fine-arts museum.
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Behind the Estació del Nord
Parque Central
The new park behind the Estació del Nord, where the railway went underground.
Beaches 1
The city’s seafront.
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The city beach
Malvarrosa and Las Arenas beaches
The wide city beaches, with a promenade behind them.
Nature 1
The Albufera.
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The rice lagoon
Parc Natural de l’Albufera
The great freshwater lagoon south of the city, ringed by rice fields.
