As you cruise the Spanish Mediterranean, you'll find that Valencia lives up to its nickname - the City of Arts and Sciences. Avant-garde art and modern buildings blend surprisingly well with the ancient buildings that have adorned Valencia for centuries. As you explore this distinct town, be sure to try the local paella. The silk market, "La Lonja de la Seda," is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. And a soft white sand beach is the perfect place to relax. It is also home to Europe's largest aquarium, a big public park, and a beautiful botanical garden. Valencia cruises let travelers experience Spain’s third-largest city with visits to the Gothic Valencia Cathedral, and the bustling Central Market. Stroll through Turia Gardens and admire the UNESCO-listed Silk Exchange. Cruises from Valencia also connect you to other Mediterranean islands, making it an ideal place to start any Mediterranean cruise. You will be able to visit neighboring Barcelona, Malaga, Cannes, Lisbon, or even Morocco. Our Trip Planners will help you make a personalized cruise in Spain and to Valencia.

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Highlights of Valencia, Spain
The bold identity of Valencia is one of appreciation of its ancient past and a sharp eye to a modern future. Among the things to see and do in this buzzing metropolitan city are:

Exploring the Old Town, where you will see La Lonja de la Seda (the Silk Market) - named a UNESCO World Heritage site.
The avant-garde opera house
Europe's largest aquarium
Expansive parks and a botanical garden

From Valencia, your cruise will depart towards other top European destinations, like Malaga, Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona, and Portugal.

How to Choose a Cruise from Spain

Choosing a cruise from Spain is a matter of deciding where you want to visit and how long you want to be at sea. Spain has a wealth of ports of call that encompass the beauty and culture of the country and is a jumping-off point for voyages to neighboring Mediterranean countries.

The Best Time to Visit Spain

Fall or Spring is the best time to visit Spain for the Mediterranean or central Spain to beat the heat, and during the summer months if traveling to the northern region of the country. There are also lighter crowds, as the Summer is the high season.

Best Spain Ports and Things to Do

The best cruise ports in Spain from north to south include Bilbao, Barcelona, Valencia, Alicante, Cartagena, Mallorca, Malaga, and Cadiz. The coast of Spain and its ports offer historic, cultural, and relaxing attractions and activities that make a Spain cruise an adventure in discovery. For information about exploring the country’s port cities by the sea, reach out to one of our travel experts.

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Summer is the high travel season in the Mediterranean. The best time to take a Mediterranean cruise, however, is in the spring (May-June) or fall (September-October).

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