City of sciences in Valencia, photo gallery and tour guide. Ciudad de las Artes y de las Ciences

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Places in Spain - Valencia, the City of Sciences (Ciudad de las Artes y de las Ciences)

When visiting Valencia, one of the best days out can be had at the City of Sciences, (Ciudad de las Artes y de las Ciences)

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Here you will see some of the most modern architecture in the whole of Spain. Idealspain went twice in February and March 2011.



This stunning city within a city is a must visit in Valencia. This huge complex offers a multitude of activities, photo opportunities and excitement for the whole family. You can walk round several of the buildings free of charge or visit the many museums and exhibits for a fee. The designer Santiago Calatrava expressed his happiness that Valencia had symbolised the new century with his designs.



The Hemesferic The Hemesferic was the first building to be finished in 1998. The building resembles a huge eyeball floating on a pool of water. The eye even blinks with the aid of a steel and glass shutter operated by hydraulic lifts. You can take in a show at the Hemesferic's planetarium or Imax theatre. In the Imax theatre you sit almost laid back in comfy chairs and watch the 3D film screened on the dome above you. We watched a film about dinosaurs which was 45 minutes long and very interesting. You are given a headset with audio. For English, press the green button three times. You need to arrive 15 minutes before the film starts. There's a gift shop, toilets and cafe inside the theatre. The centerpiece of the whole complex is the amazing science museum which opened alongside the Hemesferic in 2000. The museum prides itself on the 'hands on' approach to science. You are actually encouraged to touch everything. We enjoyed the museum and played with everything. We were disappointed that several of the displays weren't working - the kids that morning had destroyed them. The museum is on three floors and takes a good few hours to get round. Great fun - regardless of your age.





The Oceanographic Next door to the science museum you'll find the 'Oceanografic', Europe's largest marine park and home to more than 500 species of fish and other sea creatures from every ocean of the world. The touch pool is always a favorite with the children. You could easily spend an entire day in the oceanarium which boasts everything from white whales and walruses to dolphin displays. The Oceanografic was designed by Spanish architect Felix Candela.







Idealspain's impressions When it comes to the architecture, most of it is beyond words and has to be seen close-up to be appreciated. The sheer size of the complex is out of this world. There's so many areas where you can walk, free of charge and unhindered. Every corner offers something different. The architecture and walkways are interspersed with pieces of modern art, vibrant colours and revolutionary designs. The City of Sciences is impossible to see in one day so planning in advance is advisable.





	Entry fees (March 2011) Hemisferic Adult 7.70€, child 6.00€ Museum of Sciences Adult 7.70€, child 6.00€ Oceanografic Adult 24.50€, child 18.50€ Hemisferic+Museum of sciences Adult 11.60€, child 8.80€ Museum of sciences+Oceanografic Adult 26.65€, child 20.25€ All three features Adult 32.40€, child 24.65€ Annual passes also available


Local Police - Emergencies - 092
General Emergencies - 112
National Police - Emergencies - 091
Guardia Civil Valencia - 963 695 899
Council Office Valencia - 963 525 478
Feria de Valencia - 963 861 100
Telefonica - 1004
Fire brigade Valencia - 963 730 080
Post office Valencia - 963 516 750
Tourist Offices in Valencia Tourist Info Valencia - Paz C/Paz 48. Tel 963 986 422 Tourist Info Valencia - Renfe C/Xativa, 24. Tel 963 528 573 Tourist Info Valencia - Plaza de la Reina Plaza de la Reina, 19. Tel 963 153 931 Tourist Info Valencia - Playa Pa de Neptuno, 2. Tel 963 557 108 Tourist Info Valencia - Port Estacion de Acciona. Tel 963 674 606
Credit card losses in Valencia VISA Internacional 900 974 445 American Expres 915 225 322 Diner club 915 474 000 4B/ Master Card 915 225 322 Tarjeta 6000 913 553 000
Hospitals in Valencia Hospital Clínico, Valencia Av Blasco Ibáñez 17 Tel: 963 862 600 Hospital Dr. Pesset, Valencia Av Gaspar Aguilar 90 Tel: 963 862 500 Hospital La Fe, Valencia Av de Campanar 21 Tel: 963 862 700 Regional Arnau de Vilanova, Valencia Calle Sant Climent 26 Tel: 963 868 576

Valencia Touristic Bus

Bus stops around Valencia on 2 routes. Ticket valid 24/48 hours and buses every 20 minutes. First bus 10.30am, last bus 7pm. Tel: 963 414 514 Web: www.valenciabusturistic.com

Radio Taxi Valencia - Tel 963 703 333

Bus station Valencia - Tel 963 497 222

valencia Airport - Tel 961 598 500

Train station Valencia - Tel 963 520 202 The train station is located near the bullring, south of the historical centre. (ask for Estacion del Norte).

Valencia Bikes

www.valenciabikes.com

Tel 963 851 740

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Bioparc (Zoo) Valencia Avda Pio Baroja, 3, Valencia. Tel: 902 250 340 www.bioparcvalencia.com

Centre of Arts and Sciences Avda Autopista del Saler, Valencia Tel: 902 100 031 www.cac.es

Municipal Sports Foundation Pa de la Pechina, 42, Valencia Tel: 963 548 300

Mestalla Football Stadium Av Sueca, Valencia Tel: 963 372 626

El Sala Golf Club Av de los Pinares, 151, El Saler, Valencia Tel: 961 610 384

Valencia Motor Racing Circuit Autovia A3, Salida 334, Valencia Tel: 902 012 899

City of Valencia Football Stadium C/de San Vincente de Paul, 44, Valencia Tel: 963 688 080

Valencia Horse Racing Track C/Jaca, 23, Valencia Tel: 963 615 363

Casino Cirsa Valencia Avda de las Cortes Valencianas, 59 Tel: 902 101 505

Theatres in Valencia

Filmoteca Ivac Pl Ayuntamiento - 963 539 300

L'Aitre Espal C/Platero Suarez, 11 - 963 651 750

Carme Theatre C/Gutemburg, 12 - 963 924 271

Centre Teatral Escalante C/Landerer 5 - 963 912 442

Sala Palmireno Av Blasco Ibanez 28 - 963 864 400

Teatre El Micalet C/Maestre Palau, 3 - 963 921 482

Teatro Circulo C/Roger de Flor, 17 - 963 922 023

Teatro de los Manantiales C/Alzira, 9 - 963 364 040

Teatro de Marionetas La Estrella C/Angeles, 33 - 963 562 292

Teatro La Estrella La Petxina C/Dr.Sanchis Bergon, 29 - 963 717 384

Teatro El Musical del Cabanyal Pl. Rosari, 3 - 963 242 552

Teatro L'Hora Baixa C/Baron de San Petrillo, 34 - 963 690 729

Teatro Off C/Turia, 47 - 963 841 185

Teatro Olympia C/San Vicente Martir, 44 - 963 517 315

Teatro Principal C/Barcas, 15 - 963 539 200

Teatro Rialto Pl. Ayuntamiento, 17 - 963 539 300

Teatro Talia C/Caballeros, 31 - 963 912 920

El Marionetari C/Turia, 41 - 963 925 290

Radio City C/Santa Teresa, 19 - 963 914 151

Sala Espacio Inestable C/Dr. Sanchis Bergon, 5 - 665 388 000

Sala Matilde Salvador C/Universidad, 2 - 963 864 377

Teatra Horta C/San Martin de Porres, 17 - 963 759 643

Museums in Valencia (we have not listed all museums)

Casa Museo Jose Benilliure (painter/sculptor) C/Blanquerias, 23 - 963 911 662

Casa Museo Blasco Ibanez (writer) C/Isabel de Villena, 156 - 963 525 478

Casa Museo Concha Piquer (singer) C/Ruaya, 1 - 963 485 658

Casa Museo Semana Santa Marinera Salvador (Holy Week) C/Rosario, 3 - 963 525 478

Archaeological Museum Pl. Decimo Junio Bruto - 962 084 173

Fine Arts Museum, Centro del Carme C/Museo 2 - 963 152 024

Fine Arts Museum, San Pio V C/San Pio V - 963 870 300

Museum of Natural Science C/San Pio V - 962 084 313

Museum of History of Medicine Pl Cisneros, 4 - 963 929 229

Museum of History of Valencia C/Valencia 42 - 963 701 105

Cathedral Museum Pl. Almoina - 963 918 127

Museo de la Ciudad (City Museum) Pl. Arzobispo, 3 - 963 525 478

Museo del Arroz (Museum of Rice) C/Rosario 3 - 963 676 291

Museo del Juguete (Toy Museum) Camino de Vera - 963 877 030

Museo Historico Militar (Military Museum) C/General Gil Dolz - 961 966 215

Museo Historico Municipal Pl. Ayuntamiento - 963 525 478

Museo del Trenet (Train Museum) C/Poeta Fernandez Heredia - 963 525 478

Museo Taurino (Bullfighting Museum) Pasaje de Doctor Serra - 963 883 738

Whatever type or size of hotel you want in Valencia, you will find it and the prices are very good due to fierce competition. Most hotels offer discount packages that may include full board, half board or bed and breakfast. You can book discount hotels in Valencia here

There are several large hotels in the area around the City of Sciences which is a 15-20 minute walk to the historical centre of Valencia. Most of these hotels have private and on-street parking whereas city centre hotels it's a little more dicfficult. Hotels in this district include the Holiday Inn Valencia and the Aqua 3 and 4.

Pictured right are some of the modern hotels in Valencia.

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