Also known as Los Viveros—a nickname which means “The Nurseries,” owing to the park’s former role as a tree nursery—the Valencia Royal Gardens are one of the city’s most popular outdoor destinations. In addition to its fountains, sculptures, walking trails, and ornamental gardens, this green space is also home to the Natural Science Museum of Valencia (Museu de Ciències Naturals), a concert hall, and several architectural features and historical landmarks.
The centrally located park is easy to explore independently and can also be seen on several bike and Segway tours.
The Valencia Royal Gardens are free for all to visit.
The gardens are a popular destination for art lovers, owing to their collections of sculptures by artists like José Capuz and Jacobo Ponazanelli.
The Valencia Royal Gardens offer wide, paved walkways accessible to wheelchair users.
The Valencia Royal Gardens are centrally located in the leafy Trinitat neighborhood. Several bus lines serve the area, as well as several tram and underground stations, including Primat Reig (tram lines 4 and 6), Benimaclet (train lines 0, 3, 5, 7, and 9 and tram lines 4 and 6), and Facultats (train lines 0, 3, 5, 7, and 9).
The Valencia Royal Gardens are open daily throughout the year, from early morning until late evening (hours are slightly reduced during weekdays in the winter). There’s never a bad time to visit, though the gardens are lovely in the spring. If visiting in the summer, explore during the morning or early evening to miss the peak of the crowds and heat.
Valencia is celebrated for its greenery, and the city is home to several attractive parks and gardens. The Turia Riverbed Gardens, which occupy a drained riverbed, stretch through the city and are a popular recreational spot. Valencia’s Botanic Garden is home to many plant species, while the Monforte Garden is celebrated for its neoclassical design.
