Getting Around Valencia

Valencia is a city on the move. Business, fashion, construction, tourism and sport are the engines that drive this vibrant city. Whether you are a visitor or a resident, the important thing is not to be left behind. The city offers many different ways for you to discover it. Here are the best ways of getting around Valencia:

Taxi: This is considered by many the easy or lazy option, especially if money is not an issue. Minimum rates start at between €3.50 or €4. Expect to pay around €14 for a trip from the airport to the city centre. There is an average but growing number of taxis on Valencia's streets. Presently, the local government is passing a ruling to allow more taxi licences. If you are lucky you may find a taxi driver who is informed and helpful, but don't count on it. Every effort is being made to bring the taxi drivers up to date, including free language classes to all drivers.

Metro: Just as New York has the subway and London has the tube, Valencia has the metro. The metro in Valencia runs both under and over ground. It is modern, efficient, clean and cheap. There are 4 lines that traverse the city, all connected intelligently with corresponding bus and train routes. The price of a single ticket starts at €1.10, though the best option is to buy a 10 journey card for €5.60. The metro runs from 6am until 11pm, at weekends the service is less frequent and runs till 10pm.

Bus: The main bus company in Valencia is the EMT. Its extensive service covers most of the urban centre and as far out as the suburbs. The cheapest way to take advantage of the EMT service is to buy a 10 journey 'Bonobus' card for €5.20. Apart from the regular routes around the city, there are also tourist bus routes that take you to the sights that are really worth seeing.

Bicycle: If you really want to get 'out and about' in Valencia, then a good old bike ride is your best bet. Rent, beg or borrow a bike when you get to Valencia. In many ways the city of Valencia is a cyclist's paradise. The mild, dry climate and flat landscape make it effortless to navigate the city's many distinctive zones. The dry riverbed of the Turia is an ideal place to start any trip. Dotted about the city you will find a healthy amount of cycle paths and green areas that make cycling around the city great fun.

Car: Renting a car in Valencia is easy and sometimes the best option for moving around. there are plenty of reputable companies to choose from.