Updated October 2026
For a first date in Valencia, try Jardín del Turia, Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias, or Torres de Serranos. Weekday evenings are calmer; on Friday and Saturday, book ahead where you can.
A first date in Valencia often means a drink on a terrace, a walk in the Turia gardens or a horchata in the old town. Long beach lunches and late dinners come later, and the mild weather makes outdoor plans possible most of the year.
Here are ten real places for every budget, from a free park and futuristic architecture to paella by the sea and live jazz, plus two unusual ideas at the end.
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ParkAlong the old riverbed€All ages
A 9 km park in the old bed of the river Turia, crossed by 18 bridges. Walk or rent bikes together, and stop for a drink at one of the cafés nearby.
Jardín del Turia, from Parque de Cabecera to the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias, València · Walk-in
Architecture and science parkQuatre Carreres€All ages
Futuristic white buildings and reflecting pools at the end of the Turia park. Walking around outside is free and lovely at night, and you can add the science museum or the aquarium if you want a full day.
Avenida del Professor López Piñero 7, 46013 València · Takes bookings
Historic gate and viewpointEl Carmen€All ages
The medieval city gate, with views over the old town and the Turia gardens from the top. Open in daylight hours for a small fee; pair it with a wander through El Carmen.
Plaza de los Fueros s/n, 46003 València · Walk-in
MuseumEl Carmen€All ages
Valencia's modern and contemporary art museum, open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 19:00. Exhibitions give you plenty to talk about, and El Carmen's bars are a short walk away.
Guillem de Castro 118, 46003 València · Walk-in
MarketCiutat Vella€All ages
One of Europe's great covered markets, under a modernist dome, open Monday to Saturday from 7:30 to 15:00. A morning wander, a snack at a stall and an orxata nearby make an easy daytime date.
Plaça Ciutat de Bruges s/n, 46001 València · Walk-in
HorchateríaCiutat Vella€All ages
A classic horchatería next to the Santa Catalina church, open every day. Share a cold orxata with fartons for a sweet, low-key first meeting in the old town.
Plaza de Santa Catalina, 46001 València · Walk-in
Café and cocktail barCiutat Vella€€All ages
An extravagant neo-baroque café near Plaza de la Virgen, inspired by old Parisian literary cafés and known for its Agua de Valencia. Romantic without trying, and open from morning until late.
Carrer del Conde de Almodóvar 1, 46003 València · Walk-in
Historic tavernEl Cabanyal€€30s
A wine tavern in the old fishermen's quarter near the beach, with barrels, marble counters and a famous wine list. Book a table for tapas and a bottle to share.
Calle José Benlliure 69, 46011 València · Takes bookings
Paella restaurantMalvarrosa beach€€All ages
A classic paella restaurant on the beachfront promenade. A long lunch of paella by the sea, then a walk on the sand, is the most Valencian date there is; book ahead.
Paseo de Neptuno 6, 46011 València · Takes bookings
Jazz clubEl Carmen€€30s
A small, serious jazz club in El Carmen with several concerts a week and its own jazz festival. Book for a concert night and sit close to the band.
Calle Baja 28, 46003 València · Takes bookings
Unusual places worth a special trip when you want a date nobody forgets.
Boat tripEl Palmar / L'Albufera€All ages
Traditional boats take you out on the Albufera lagoon among rice fields, from the village known as the home of paella. Go before sunset and stay for dinner in El Palmar.
El Palmar, 46012 València · Takes bookings
Bell towerCiutat Vella€All ages
The cathedral bell tower, about 51 metres high and reached by 207 steps up a narrow spiral staircase. The view over the rooftops is worth the climb, and catching your breath together at the top is half the fun.
Plaza de la Reina s/n, 46001 València · Walk-in
Popular places to meet people in Valencia include Language Exchange Club: Friday Language Exchange & Party (language exchange), Language Exchange Ludolanguagex (language exchange), and International Club Valencia (event series). All of them are easy to visit alone or with friends.
Pick an indoor spot such as IVAM or Horchatería de Santa Catalina. Both work well for a first date in any weather.
In the YesTonite City Index, Valencia is number 93 of 112 cities for dating, with a dating score of 3.7 out of 10.
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Checked October 2026. Opening hours and prices change, so call or check the website before you go.
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