Explore on your own rating
Great city, but you need transport from the port.
Where ships dock
- Valencia cruise terminal (port area east of the city)
Getting to town
The old town is a few miles away. Cruise lines may offer shuttles (check your line's drop-off), or take a taxi or bus. The City of Arts and Sciences is about 3 km away.
Local buses and metro/tram connect the port area to the city.
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Money & entry
Currency: Euro (€). Cards are widely accepted; carry some cash for small purchases.
Entry: U.S. passport required. ETIAS (the EU travel authorization) is NOT yet in operation: the official EU site says no applications are being collected and a start date will be announced several months ahead (checked Oct 2026). Don't pay any site claiming to sell ETIAS now. The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) does register non-EU travelers' passports and biometrics at Schengen external borders.
Top sights nearby
- City of Arts and Sciences
- Old town, Cathedral and La Lonja
- Central Market
- Turia Gardens
Beaches
- Malvarrosa / Las Arenas beach
Safety & tips
- Try paella at its birthplace.
- Shuttle drop-offs vary by line.
- Siesta closures are common.
Check U.S. State Department travel advisories before you sail.
⏰ Back to the ship on time
Allow 30–45 minutes back from the center.
Ship time can differ from local time. Your ship won't wait for independent travelers.