Live Tours are carried out by our hosts, who are outdoors, on location and connected live to you via video call at all times.
- LanguagesEnglish, Spanish, Catalan
- Duration60 Minutes
The City of Arts and Sciences is an impressive complex of futuristic buildings designed by Santiago Calatrava. The whole complex is considered one of the ’12 Treasures of Spain’ and is made up of five main structures:
The Hemispheric Imax Cinema and Planetarium, the Science Museum with its interactive science exhibitions, the Palace of the Arts which houses the Opera House, the Agora a multifunctional space and the Oceanographic Marine Park which is the third-largest aquarium in the world.
The City of Arts and Sciences is situated at the end of what was once the riverbed of the River Turia, which was drained and rerouted after a catastrophic flood in 1957.
The former riverbed has now been turned into a series of picturesque gardens and parks.’ It really is one of the highlights of any visit to Valencia
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Hosted By Josep
My name is Josep and I was born and raised in Valencia. I graduated in Art History at Valencia University and subsequently worked in different museums until I became a tour guide 15 years ago. I also have a degree in Political Science and Tourism.
I'm one of the fortunate people in this world that work in a job I absolutely love.
I really enjoy bringing history to life, inspiring people, opening their minds, building a bridge from their culture to the one they are visiting.
I am proficient in various languages (English, French, Catalan...), possess a strong love of history and art and enjoy passing on this passion for Valencia to others in an exciting, engaging and educational manner.
It is a pleasure and a privilege to share my city with those wishing to experience its history and captivating beauty.
Michelle
30 November 2020 at 17:36Fantastic tour of the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia!
Helpful ReviewOur tour guide Josep was extremely knowledge, not just about the work of Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, but about architecture in general. His passion for architecture, as well as his love for and knowledge of the City of Valencia, bought this city to life on our screen. I can’t wait to visit in person!
Many thanks Josep 😊
Host
30 November 2020 at 19:35thank you for your kind words… the pleasure was mine 😉
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