Turia Gardens

Turia Gardens is Valencia’s green spine: a 9-kilometer park set in a former riverbed curving around the historic center. Cyclists, runners, and families share shady paths, play areas, and ponds beneath bridges spanning centuries—from medieval stone to Calatrava’s contemporary designs. Highlights include access to the City of Arts and Sciences, the Bioparc zoo, sports fields, and quiet lawns ideal for picnics. It’s flat, free, and easy to explore by bike or on foot, offering a refreshing break between museum visits and beach time, and a practical way to traverse the city while enjoying local life outdoors.