The Top 5 Things To Do And See In L'Eixample Valencia

Spain’s third largest city, Valencia is a great place to visit, with plenty of cultural organizations and activities, a vibrant culinary and nightlife scene, and many stunning historical and modern sights. Known as Santiago Calatrava’s hometown (the world-renowned neo-futuristic architect), the city boasts one of his most popular constructions in the country, the city of arts and sciences. If you’re shopping in L’Eixample neighborhood and you want to see the best the area has to offer, we have listed the top things to see and do in and around L’Eixample.

1. Palau de la Música de València

Building, Stadium

With its stunning windows looking over the Turia’s gardens and its glass domes, the Palau de la Música (Music Palace) is one of the greatest auditoriums in Spain and one of the most emblematic modern buildings in the city. Designed by José María de Paredes, he made sure that the building and gardens complemented each other. The building is well lit and there are special projections during the day to welcome visitors.

2. Plaza de Toros

Building

Built between 1850 and 1860 by Sebastian Monleon, this bullfighting arena whose structure consists of a polygon of 48 sides is where the typical bullfighting events, known as corridas, take place. Even if you’re against the whole thing the arena is worth seeing, since these buildings are a distinctive traditional element of most Spanish cities. In case you’re interested in bullfighting there is the Taurino Museum right next to it, where you’ll be able to learn everything about la corrida.