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The City of Arts and Sciences complex spans 2km. Must-sees include:

• L'Oceanogràfic: Walk through underwater tunnels
• Hemisfèric: IMAX dome with 900㎡ screen
• Umbracle: Free-access landscaped walkway Buy a combined ticket to save 20% on entry fees.

Horchatería Santa Catalina near Plaza de la Reina serves the best horchata (tiger nut drink) since 1960. Pair it with fartons (sweet pastries). The drink is:

• Dairy-free
• Gluten-free
• Traditionally served ice-cold

The Lonja de la Seda (UNESCO site) opens 9:30-19:00. Highlights:

• Pillar Hall with twisted columns
• 14th-century contract records
• Gothic courtyard with orange trees Free entry on Sundays - expect queues.

Malvarrosa Beach is just 15 minutes by bus (#32) from downtown. Features:

• Blue Flag certified waters
• 1km promenade with seafood restaurants
• Paella cooking classes available Avoid August crowds if possible.

Bioparc Valencia revolutionized zoo design with immersion exhibits:

• African savanna with no visible barriers
• Underground lemur tunnels
• Scheduled animal feedings Budget 3+ hours; children under 4 enter free.

For Las Fallas, arrive by March 15 to see:

• Daily mascletà (deafening firecracker shows)
• Flower offerings at Plaza Virgen
• Ninot exhibition of satirical figures The grand finale on March 19 burns all sculptures.