Lonely Planet Valencia

Want a holiday difficult to see the monuments and a little time to relax on the beach? If yes, a great country for your holiday will be Spain. Can it be better to pass the time among a people who, according to the Lonely Planet guide, likes to "eat, drink and be merry"?

If this is your first time in Spain, you must start your trip touring the capital, Madrid. Although this is not the city's most typical of the country because of its modernity and be cared for in rush constant, it is really worth to see. You must spend at least three days. During the first day, you can take a look around the city admiring the splendid buildings, the main street Gran Via and the palace. The second day, you can visit the three most famous museums: Museo Nacional del Prado, Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza and Reina Sofia.

If one day of your stay is a Sunday, you must visit the street market called El Rastro. Otherwise, you can see the stadium of Real Madrid. The nightlife of the capital is really worth the participation. There are many clubs and pubs. Fans of each genre of music are able to find something for them. While in Madrid there are many dwelling, it is recommended to always look for apartments in Madrid in advance.

If you're tired of living in large cities, maybe you can take a break and go to the coast. Madrid is the nearest from the Mediterranean to land in the region of Valencia. The trip takes about four hours by bus. On the way to the beach, you can spend the night in Valencia and to see the third largest city in Spain. To see the old town, just one day. You can also visit the very modern El Ciudad de Artes y Ciencias. Unmissable also try paella fideua or origin. You can find an apartment Valencia on a web page offering accommodation.

The beaches around Valencia are called Costa Blanca. Bills are already at a distance bus ride 25 minutes from the city. The one you really should avoid if you do not like the crowd is Benidorm.

If you plan to stay longer in the region of Madrid and Valencia, you should remember that there are small towns around which can be visited during the one-day trip.