Tour frescos ocultos y la iglesia más antigua de Valencia - EN
A tour guided by an official guide, far from mass tourism, where art, faith and history are intertwined in a single thread.
Highlights
- A tour of one of the most historic municipalities in the province of Valencia
- Visit the castle of Xàtiva and its walls
- Discover Xàtiva's relationship with the Borgia Popes and its more than 1000 fountains.
Description
Tour of hidden frescoes and the oldest church in Valencia (with tickets)
A tour designed for those who wish to go beyond the must-see and discover the most spiritual, silent and authentic Valencia. A guided cultural visit away from overcrowded routes and closer than ever to the valencian historical heritage.
Would you like to discover the Valencia that doesn't appear in the tourist guides?
This tour is an invitation to look at the city from a different perspective: that of its less visited temples, their hidden symbols and its spiritual history. Accompanied by an official guide, you will tour three key areas that reveal centuries of art, faith and memory, in a peaceful and deeply evocative atmosphere.
What secrets does the Valencian Baroque hide in the Church of Santos Juanes?
The experience begins in the Church of Saints John, one of the great treasures of the Valencian baroque. Its dynamic façade, full of sculptures and hidden symbols, narrates a history marked by fires, restorations, guilds and miraculous episodes that forged the city's identity.
This first stop allows understanding Valencia which is re-emerging again and again amidst fire, faith and reconstruction, laying the historical foundations of the route.
Why is El Patriarca one of the most surprising Renaissance jewels in Spain?
From there we go into the Patriarca Square to visit the Royal Seminary College of Corpus Christi, popularly known as The Patriarch. Inside, you will walk through the church and contemplate its bright frescoes, as well as discovering the curious legend of the famous “dragon”.
The visit continues through the chapel and museum, which houses an exceptional religious collection and masterpieces by artists such as El Greco, Caravaggio or Ribalta. All this is enveloped in a monastic atmosphere that evokes the spirit of the Counter-reform and turns this visit into a experience deeply introspective.
Did you know that the oldest temple in Valencia still preserves its medieval cemetery?
The tour culminates at the Church of San Juan del Hospital, Valencia's oldest temple and one of its best kept jewels. Here you will discover gothic chapels, remains of the medieval city wall, vestiges of the ancient Roman Valentia and the only 13th century urban cemetery preserved in the city.
A space charged with silence and meaning, where the past, spirituality and archaeology are uniquely intertwined.
Important information
Who is this tour for?
This route is ideal for curious travellers, art and history lovers, and for those who already know the Cathedral, the Lonja o St. Nicholas and wish to complete their vision of the city. A tour designed for enjoy Valencia without haste, connecting with his more intimate and lesser-known side.
- Tickets and official guide included.
- Small groups and outside the mass routes.
If you are looking for a different cultural experience, this tour is the gateway to the Valencia that holds its true jewels in silence.
Meeting point
The meeting point will be at the main door of the church of Santos Juanes de Valencia.
Frequently Asked Questions
We will send a message with all the pick-up details a few days before the event, but the guide will be waiting at a specific location and will wear his or her authorized guide credentials.
You can cancel free of charge 24 hours before departure. After the deadline or in case of no-show, no refund will be made.
You have booked a guided tour with an official local guide that includes access to Santos Juanes, El Patriarca and San Juan del Hospital according to availability and liturgical timetable.
Need help? Contact us at
Other tours that you can interest:
