Valencia's Greatest Food, History & Culture Tour

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3 hours 30 minutes
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1 - 8 guests
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English
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Discover the charm of Valencia with local expert Vivi. Enjoy iconic tapas, unique drinks, and historic sites. A journey through food and culture awaits in the vibrant old town.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Hola soy Vivi! I made of my passion my job, I'm a person with lots of different interests but, what I love the most is hosting people, travelling & eating delicious food.What better way is there to explore the city’s hidden gems & history than by following a passionate local foodie? During this unique 3 hours walking tour, we explore the main historic sites and gastronomic delights of Valencia's old town - There is much more than just paella!

- Indulge in the most iconic tapas bar in town, sipping on a classic Spanish aperitif

-Taste a freshly made, traditional Valencian drink, rarely found elsewhere

-Visit the fabulous Central Market – one of the biggest in Europe. Taste your way around and learn about the ingredients of authentic Spanish recipes

-I'll tell you everything about the fascinating world of Spanish tapas in family run eateries, where there is history, passion and love in every recipe!

What You Get

6 different food tasting - Spanish iberian ham, local horchata, nougat,& more! (Enough for lunch)
Wine tasting, beer & classic spanish aperitif
Alcoholic beverages
Alcoholic Beverages

Good To Know

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult - younguer than 3 years old is free
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • *We have vegetarian options and gluten free too (no vegan)
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

What You’ll Experience

1

Valencia Cathedral

We’ll start at our meeting point, the Cathedral of Valencia, with an introduction to the old town. Then passing by iconic alleys and churches, we’ll walk to a traditional café nearby to taste freshly made horchata. You’ll learn how this unique Valencian drink is made, and how to drink it like a local paired with a delicious light and fluffy pastry called a farton.
45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
2

Plaza Lope de Vega

On the way to the Central Market, we’ll explore the old part of the city with its colourful buildings, beautiful squares, and you’ll get to feel the great vibe of the area! We'll make our second food stop at a traditional candy store ! Our always favourite!
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
3

Mercat Central de Valencia

At our third stop, we’ll visit a city landmark that’s almost a hundred years old; the incredible Central Market. Here you’ll learn about the most traditional Valencian dishes, taste the best Spanish ham (acorn fed Iberian ham), as well as artisanal Spanish sheep’s cheese. While in the market we’ll join the locals at a small farm-to-table tapas bar - be ready to become a Spaniard!
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
4

La Lonja de la Seda

On the way to the next mouthwatering experience, you’ll see one of the most emblematic buildings in the old town — La Lonja — and a few other cultural gems. We’ll then head to one of the very best, traditional tapas bars, which is well-loved by Valencians. Open since 1946, it has always specialised in fresh fish.While having some tapas, you'll learn all the tips and tricks to enjoy tapas like a local.
30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free
5

Plaza de la Virgen

At the end of our food journey, you’ll sample delectable, mouth-watering Spanish croquetas (made with acorn fed ham) while sipping the most authentic Spanish aperitif. It’s the perfect final treat for your taste buds! Once we reach our finishing point, you'll admire Valencia's beautiful Basilica and say goodbye tou your local guide and new friends :)
45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Plaça de la Reina, Valencia Comunidad Valenciana, Spain, ES

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We'll meet at Plaza de la Reina (Cathedral) just outside of Mcdonald's, I'll be waiting for you with a sign that says INDULGE SPAIN at 11:00am.
End Point

Plaça de la Verge, Valencia Comunidad Valenciana, Spain, ES

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Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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What People Are Saying
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Fabulous Introduction to Valencian Food
May 24, 2025
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We love to try local food & drinks wherever we travel so booked this tour for our first day. Restricted to a small group of 8 which is always good for interaction, we met with Vivi who was wonderf...read more

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Best Food tour with Vivi
May 20, 2025
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A great way to taste authentic valencian food. Vivi our guide knew everyone and took us to places she shops at for herself. They all knew her and food choices were amazing. Vivi was so personable ...read more

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Super nice and tasty experience!
May 08, 2025
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It was a very nice experience. Vivi is a top guide. She took us to the nicest places and we ate and drank delicious things. Highly recommended!

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A fantastic food tour - Vivi is the best!
April 28, 2025
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Vivi was fantastic, she is a lovely & friendly person. You will learn a little bit about the historical facts as well as trying many types of food. We had a great time & thoroughly enjoyed the food...read more

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Amazing overview of Valencia History and Food!
April 26, 2025
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We had THE BEST Time with Vivi! We booked this tour last minute the night before in a whim. NO REGRETS! Everything we had was delicious and unique. Vivi was very knowledgeable in the area, culture,...read more

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