Every moment of the year is perfect to surprise your boyfriend or girlfriend with a romantic holiday. However spring is definitely the best time to arrange this travel with your partner. The tourism is not as massive as in the summer, the temperatures start to rise and prices are lower than in the high season… all these benefits prove that spring is the best time to go on a romantic trip!
Today we are going to tell you about one of the most beautiful cities in Europe that is perfect for a romantic weekend: Valencia. Due to its location, the nature and the sights, Valencia is a beautiful city where you can enjoy an unforgettable holiday with your partner. Do you want to discover the best things to do in Valencia during a romantic weekend with your boyfriend or girlfriend? Read on and prepare for your next holiday to Spain!
❤ The illuminated Torres de Serranos
Torres de Serranos are located in the north of Valencia, on the edge of the El Carmen district. These towers are one of the former twelve city gates that had to protect the city. It is a beautiful monument during the day, but during a romantic weekend, the monument is in the evening even more beautiful when the towers are illuminated. Especially when you have a view at the towers standing on the bridge Serranos. In addition, you can enter the towers every day and the entrance is free on Sundays and holidays.
❤ Dinner in Oceanográfico
In Valencia you will find one thousand options for dining in a romantic setting, but a dinner in Oceanográfico is the most romantic place. Oceanográfico is Europe’s largest aquarium where you can enjoy a dinner with different meals such as the typical Spanish rice dishes. Besides that, the underwater animals which swim around you will undoubtedly make your evening magical and unforgettable.
❤ A walk through la Albufera
One of the most romantic places in Valencia is la Albufera, a large nature reserve just a few meters from the sea. What you can do here? We advise you to visit this place at the end of the afternoon when the sun goes down, so that you can admire the beautiful sunset together. In addition, you have the opportunity to discover the waters in this nature reserve by boat. Besides the knowledge of the flora and fauna which the skippers have, they can also tell you everything about the sights which are located here.
❤ Boat trip
Not only la Albufera is a great place to discover by boat, but also the Mediterranean from the port of Valencia. There are several options to surprise your partner, from a small cruise during the sunset to dining aboard a yacht with the sounds of the Mediterranean in the background. What boat trip do you prefer to surprise your partner with?
❤ Typical Valencian cuisine by the sea
Valencia is the perfect place to enjoy a romantic dinner with your partner. Especially when you want to discover the typical delicious rice dishes from this area. The best place to do this is in one of the restaurants by the sea. Although the authentic paella Valenciana is the most popular rice dish in Valencia, we recommend you to also try another unique rice dish, for example black rice.
❤ Bike tour
Valencia is one of the best cities where you can rent a bicycle for a variety of reasons: the good climate during the whole year, a good connection to the natural areas la Albufera, el Saler and the dry river that has been converted into a beautiful park. This park, the Turia, used to be a river that flowed through the city and caused floods in the past. Therefore, this river has been transformed into a beautiful park so people can enjoy the nature and various sights where Valencia is known for such as Ciudad de las Artes y Las Ciencias. The perfect place for a bike tour through Valencia! However, you can also find bicycle routes through the city center, allowing you to discover hotspots like Plaza del Ayuntamiento, the Cathedral and the Central Station. A fun and above all romantic experience where you discover the whole city.
❤ Romantic gardens
Besides the sights that can be found throughout the city, there are more unique places in Valencia you have to discover during a romantic weekend. We are talking about the garden of the Hesperides, the Botanical Gardens of the University, the Garden of the Benlluire Museum, the Monforte Gardens and the Royal Gardens. These places are perfect for a romantic walk while enjoying the peace of nature with your partner. Access to these gardens is free with the exception of the Botanical Garden.
❤ Cinema for two
One of the most romantic activities you can do in Valencia, without being disturbed by many other tourists, is watching a movie in your car in a parking lot. If you would like to rent a car while in Valencia or you are traveling by car through Spain, this activity would be definitely worth it. Every week there are other movies to watch and you can even enjoy two movies for the price of one. Besides, you can bring your own popcorn or buy snacks at one of the shops in the parking lot.
Valencia is a beautiful city which gives you many possibilities for a romantic weekend with your partner. Best of all, the majority of these activities are for free or very affordable and available 365 days a year. The perfect place to enjoy a romantic weekend with your partner!