Valencia is a city of contrasts, where devotion and righteousness, but also ambition and excess, have coexisted throughout the centuries. On this tour, you'll explore the historic centre and its most iconic monuments from a perspective never seen before, as you'll discover how religion, commerce, and power have intertwined to shape the city's history.
We'll visit the majestic Valencia Cathedral, where we'll learn about its rich interior and the stories of relics and saints that have shaped its history. We'll also enter the Silk Exchange, a symbol of the economic splendour of the 15th century, where we'll unravel its most lascivious iconography. Throughout the guided tour, we'll analyse the aspects of Valencia that speak to us about the eternal struggle between virtue and vice, from sacred relics and legendary institutions to sculptures that warn us about sins.
What you'll see:
- Plaza de la Reina – Our starting point, with a beautiful view of the Cathedral and its bell tower, the Miguelete.
- Valencia Cathedral – Relics, saints, and sacred art that reflect the city's deep faith.
- Basilica of the Virgen de los Desamparados – History and devotion around the patron saint of Valencia.
- Plaza de la Virgen – The Water Tribunal, the oldest court in Europe.
- Calle Navellos – The Borgia Palace and its legacy, plus the role of the Inquisition in Valencia.
- Church of Santos Juanes – A temple with history and legends, marked by the spirituality and evolution of the city.
- Silk Exchange – Visit the interior to discover this icon of the city's power in the 15th century, its hidden symbolism, and its relationship with Christian morality.
