Valencia Spain Travel Guide
Spain's the biggest mobile networks include Orange, Vodafone, Movistar, and Yoigo. Lebara also has competitive prepaid plans.
Internet access and Wi-Fi are widely available across Valencia, including hotels, cafes, and restaurants.
Spanish (Castilian) is widely spoken, and Valencian is also a legitimate language. English is common in tourist areas.
"Correos" is the national postal service. Post offices are easily found across the city.
Locals value the effort, making your conversations smoother and more welcoming.
Small shops: 09:30-14:00, then 16:30-21:00 (Mon-Sat). Large stores: 10:00-22:00. Many close Sundays.
Lunch: 13:30-16:30. Dinner: 20:00-midnight. Kitchens may close between lunch and dinner.
Open earlier for breakfast (from 07:00/08:00) and often open late, offering options outside traditional meal times.
Banks generally operate during during the morning on weekdays. Plan financial errands accordingly.
ATMs (Cajeros automáticos) are readily available throughout the city, offering 24/7 access to cash.
Check the national, regional, and local public holidays before your visit. This helps avoid unexpected closures and aids in scheduling activities.
SHAKING hands is typical for formal introductions. For informal greetings, two kisses on the cheeks (starting with the right) are typical between men and women, and between women.
Valencians generally dress casually yet stylishly. Dressing respectfully for religious sites is a cultural practice.
Meals are social and unhurried. Punctuality for social events is relaxed.
Photography in public spaces is generally fine. Request permission while capturing images of individuals.
For accessibility in the Old Town, focus on wider main plazas and pedestrianized streets. Cobblestone side streets often present challenges for wheelchairs or strollers.
Valencia prioritizes accessibility for all travelers, with ongoing improvements, especially in newer areas.
Infrastructure for travelers with mobility requirements is improving, especially in modern parts of the city.
Valencia'the public transit system continues to enhance accessibility features for travelers.
Services for travelers with visual impairments attempt to enrich their engagement with Valencia's attractions.
Provision for travelers with hearing impairments helps in navigating and savoring the city'what it has to offer.
Several resources provide detailed and up-to-date accessibility information for Spain and Valencia.
Visit Valencia often has dedicated sections on accessible routes and services.
VisitValencia.comPREDIF (Plataforma Representativa Estatal de Personas con Discapacidad Física) offers detailed information on accessibility within Spain.
Predif.orgFor specific needs, contacting venues directly with your requirements is the best way.
For accessibility, focus your Old Town exploration on the wider main plazas and pedestrianized streets. Cobblestone side streets often present challenges for wheelchairs or strollers.
