< Previous30visitvalencia.comTake a guided tour of Modernist ValenciaARCHITECTUREArchitecture31#VisitValenciaAn architectural paradiseA walk through Valencia reveals a whole range of archi-tectural styles, from the city's Roman roots, to the Towers of Serranos and Quart, the only remains of the medieval wall, to the most avant-garde buildings.The historic center is home to magnificent examples of Gothic architecture, such as the Cathedral, the Lonja de la Seda, the Palacio de los Borgia and the Palacio de la Generalitat. The façade of the National Ceramic Museum (Palacio del Marqués de Dos Aguas) provides a spectacular example of the Baroque style.Modernism flourished in Valencia in the early 20th century, leaving behind jewels such as the Mercado de Colón and the Mercado Central, the Palacio de la Exposición, Bombas Gens and private buildings such as Casa Chapa, Ferrer and Ortega. A visit to the North Station is highly recommended, if not to catch a train, then just to admire the mosaics inside.In recent decades, internationally renowned architects have left their mark on Valencia. The City of Arts and Sciences is the work of native son Santiago Calatrava, Norman Foster designed the Palacio de Congresos, and you can admire the Veles e Vents building, by David Chipperfield and Fermín Vázquez, at the entrance to the Marina de Valencia.Take advantage of the open house held during the regional holiday (October 9) to visit palaces and notable buildings that are normally closed to the public.OUR TIP32visitvalencia.comThe star attraction: City of Arts and Sciences The City of Arts and Sciences is a 350,000 m2 complex at the eastern end of the Turia Garden that is dedicated to leisure, culture and science. Its futuristic design has made it the setting for countless advertisements and films, and the focus of millions of tourist photos.Buy your tickets hereIt includes different buildingsArchitecture33#VisitValenciaLes ArtsHemisfèricUmbracleOceanogràficÀgoraMuseu de les Ciències34visitvalencia.comCultural center that hosts opera, dance shows and concertsInteractive science and technology exhibitsLes ArtsScience MuseumArchitecture35#VisitValenciaIMAX cinema and planetariumThe world's most importantmarine ecosystemsL'OceanogràficL’Hemisfèric36visitvalencia.comNew home of the CaixaForum Valencia cultural centerA garden that transforms into a terrace for drinks in the summer monthsL’UmbracleL’Àgora37#VisitValencia38visitvalencia.comTake a guided walking tour of the historic centerHISTORYHistory39#VisitValenciaOver 2000 years of historySince its founding by the Romans in 138 B.C., different cultures and civilizations have left their mark on Valencia, including the Visigoths, Arabs and Christians.In the historic center you can find the remains of the Arab wall, air raid shelters from the Spanish Civil War, Renaissance palaces, Modernist markets and religious buildings with notable examples of Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque art. A walk or bike ride is the best way to take in this magnificent legacy. Plentiful squares and new pedestrian spaces make for an even more enjoyable visit.Next >