Audio Guide to Creating the Perfect Valencian Picnic

5.0 (1 reviews) Valencia, Spain
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Duration1h 30m - 1h 45m
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Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

The art of Valencian picnicking is indulgent and deeply rooted in local traditions. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll discover how to picnic like a local as Suzie - a licensed city guide and owner of Tours in Valencia- points out various independently-owned shops that produce or sell traditional artisan goods, including bread, pastries, cheese, charcuterie, chocolate, and wine.

By the end of this tour, you’ll have everything you need for a delicious Valencian picnic, including the perfect place to enjoy your tasty treats: Parque Central.

Please note: Entrance fees for any optional stops en route are not included, nor are any of the food and drinks suggested on this tour.

Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it. You can use the virtual tour option at home, too.

Once you have booked, you will receive instructions and a unique code to download the tour. The app displays directions to the starting point; when you’re in the right place, tap start.

What's included

  • Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it
  • Get unlimited, lifetime use of the the virtual tour option
  • Tips for what you need for a delicious Valencian picnic
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink

What to expect

  1. Pass by
    Pass by the Mercat de Colón, a traditional food market built in 1916, where you'll discover Valencian specialties and enjoy the delightful Horchata, a sweet and creamy beverage made from ground nuts. Any food purchases are not included in the tour price.
  2. Pass by
    You'll visit Orxateria Daniel to sample local delicacies, including the traditional Horchata, and learn about Spanish ham as you explore. Note that any food purchases are not included in the tour price.
  3. Basilica de Sant Vicent Ferrer
    Pass by
    Pass by the Basílica Sant Vicent Ferrer and learn about local wedding traditions as you continue your culinary journey through Valencia. Note that any food purchases are not included in the tour price.
  4. Pass by
    Pass by La Majada Quesos, Spain's award-winning cheese store, where you can discover a variety of artisanal cheeses to add to your picnic basket. Note that any food purchases are not included in the tour price.
  5. Pass by
    As you stroll, visit Trufas Martínez, a chocolatier specializing in chocolate truffles, to satisfy your sweet tooth and pick up some treats for your picnic. Note that any food purchases are not included in the tour price.
  6. Pass by
    Pass by Bunyoleria Xurreria El Contraste, where you can try Buñuelos, the Valencian answer to churros, and meet Mariano, the fourth generation of his family to make this fluffy pumpkin-filled snack. Note that any food purchases are not included in the tour price.
  7. Pass by
    Enjoy a sample of the best gelato in town at Antigua Lechería Valencia as you learn about local flavors and traditions. Note that any food purchases are not included in the tour price.
  8. Pass by
    Pass by Ikore Kofi Ruzafa - Specialty coffee and savor the aroma of freshly brewed coffee while immersing yourself in the local cafe culture. Note that any food purchases are not included in the tour price.
  9. Pass by
    Explore Mercat de Russafa, where you'll get insider tips on how to buy fish and discover more local ingredients for your picnic. Note that any food purchases are not included in the tour price.
  10. Pass by
    Pass by Forn Valencia, where you can sample and purchase bread from a wood-fired oven, adding a delicious accompaniment to your picnic spread. Note that any food purchases are not included in the tour price.
  11. Pass by
    Visit QUE BÓ! to try traditional Valencia paella, prepared with rabbit and chicken, and select some savory options to complement your picnic feast. Note that any food purchases are not included in the tour price.
  12. Pass by
    End your tour at the Philippines Entrance of Central Park Valencia, the perfect spot to enjoy your carefully curated picnic and soak in the local ambience. Note that any food purchases en-route are not included in the tour price.
  13. Pass by
    Unwind and indulge in the flavours of your Valencian picnic amidst the tranquil surroundings of the park. Note that any food purchases are not included in the tour price.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The tour starts at the Mercado Colon. Colon is the nearest metro station.

End point

The final stop of the tour is Jardi de la Horta.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please bring your own smartphone and headphones
  • Please be prepared to pay for whatever food and drinks you decide to purchase en route
  • The total tour duration is made up of the time passing by all the attractions en route
  • Any stops that you make en route will add additional time to this tour

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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