There’s more to Valencia than just Paella! On this walking tour of Valencia’old town, you’ll discover the city’s outstanding food scene. From family-run tapas bars to the historic Central Market and traditional taverns.
We’ll start the morning at the cathedral with an introduction to the old town. Then we’ll move on 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 deliciously light and fluffy pastry (called a Farton).
After breakfast, on the way to the Central Market, we’ll stop for a quick taste at local’s favourite candy’s store, 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.
While in the market we’ll join the locals at a farm-to-table tapas bar, to sample the house special - a gourmet sandwich made with delicious pork loin, mouth-watering sheep’s cheese and a secret homemade sauce!
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. This place has always specialized in freshly cooked fish, while you are indulging here, you’ll get all the tips and tricks to enjoy tapas like a local.
At the end of our food journey we will visit a tienda de ultramarinos, a type of store where, traditionally, locals could find products which came from overseas after the discovery of America. Having a drink and a quick bite to eat while shopping, was common in these places.
While here, 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!