I honestly didn't know what to expect when I happened upon this tiny museum, but I was glad that I…read morevisited. Highlights: + Standard entry price is 2€. There is also a reduced rate of 1€ for retired persons, groups, etc. + An audio guide is available, for a fee, in Spanish, Valencian, English, French, or Italian. + On the main level, there an area with seats that shows a video that gives a brief overview of the Falles Festival and shows the process and detail of how the monuments were created + Ninots, monuments that were saved (chosen by vote of the people) from the fires of the festival are displayed in chronological order, with the older ones on the first floor, and the newer ones on the second floor. + The second floor is accessible via stairs or a small elevator. Definitely worth a visit. You could easily go through the museum in 30 minutes, or more if you take time to take photos of all of the ninots, which are extremely detailed.

Awesome museum. I was with a big group and we all thoroughly enjoyed looking at the various falles…read more If you are into Spain history and celebrations, this is a must see museum. Each year during the big festival they vote on the best falle and save part of it and keep it in this museum. It does not take much more than about an hour to walk through this museum.

From the owner: Imprevisual galería, sala de exposiciones y gestión cultural, se constituye en el año 2004 con el…read moreobjetivo de crear un espacio singular en la ciudad de valencia, específicamente en el barrio de russafa. Dando lugar a un nuevo concepto de gestión integral del arte, desarrollando para ello actividades de promoción de exposiciones, campañas de promoción de artistas, exposiciones y comisariado tanto dentro de nuestra geografía como fuera de ella. Espíritu emprendedor en las artes conexionando artistas y proyectos culturales en todo el acontecer del arte contemporáneo. Imprevisual galería, es un espacio plural de arte contemporáneo e intercambio cultural, que integra en una sola pieza el concepto Exposición-promoción-gestión integral del arte, porque concibe la realización creativa en su vínculo final con lo cotidiano, apartados de los convencionalismos y usos tradicionales de un espacio expositivo, en un ambiente inspirador y creativo.

Beautiful architecture. Worth visiting for this alone. I happened to be visiting during a Leonardo…read moreDaVinci exhibit. Just incredible the breadth and depth they went into. Very informative. I really appreciate the cleanliness of the building, the attention to detail within each exhibit, and most notably, the interactive experiences. Each exhibit I visited had multiple interactive opportunities to help engage the audience. Great way to capture the attention of young and old alike; not just walking through looking and reading copious amounts of explanations on the art presented. One star off because some of the exhibits felt disjointed between one another, signage could be better.

Maaaaaaannnnnnn.....Chicago really lost out!!…read more The Chicago Spire, designed by Santiago Calatrava, was supposed to be erected as the tallest building in the USA. However, the efforts stalled and we were left with just a big hole in the ground. I mention that data point because the Cuidad de las Artes y las Sciences (City of Arts and Sciences) was designed by Santiago Calatrava. He also designed Milwaukee's Modern Art Museum (I've been there) and the Occulus (NYC - haven't been yet). His futuristic, modern and clean designs incorporates and draws inspiration from local plants, the skeletal features of a whale, the sails of a ship, etc., etc....His work is instantly recognizable - like Frank Gehry's, Art Deco, and on a smaller scale - Frank Lloyd Wright. And coming here to the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia, which by way, this place puts Valencia on the map as a Do Not Miss city!! I understand that Rick Steves did not overly advertise this great city and on this rare occasion, I respectfully think he's mistaken to do so. My only regret is that we just did a walk-by and a few drive-bys to admire its Beautiful design and the distinct buildings which include an aquarium, planetarium, museum, etc. There are outdoor areas for enjoying artwork, foliage, architecture, paddle boarding, so on and so forth. And try to wrap your mind around this - it's part of a linear parkway that extends about 6.5 KM in one direction!! If you're training for a marathon or an avid runner, what a big plus to run through this area on a daily basis. I can only think of running from Giants park to Golden Gate Bridge, being more picturesque. Or the lake front jogging path from Addison St. to 15th street in Chicago. On a smaller scale, I do see Santiago being influenced by Gaudi, here and there, and it's because of his use of organic shapes and tiles. Overall, Plan to spend a day or two here and actually go inside the facilities, my drive-bys and walk-bys provided just a glimpse of this futuristic compound.....

Wow, just WOW! They call it a gunpowder concert but it's an understatement as it is done with both…read moreground and aerial fireworks. There is both the rhythm and just pure spectacle of it all. I went for the final 3 days and the finale was slightly longer with launching colorful barrages at the end of aerials. Someone told me to keep my mouth open or risk eardrum rupture, but I am probably the only one other than first responders wearing hearing protection.

From the owner: Música y danza para todos. Cualquier especialidad, cualquier edad... si quieres aprender a bailar o…read morea tocar cualquier instrumento, te esperamos en Estudio21.

A beautiful garden in the heart of Valencia (near the University). Such a peaceful place to walk…read morearound, sit down, and really take in all the sights and sounds. There are all sorts of tropical plants, desert cacti, and a lot of grounds to explore. Everything seemed to be well maintained. We had plans to visit another day during our trip, but we had just tried checking out a cocktail bar that was unfortunately closed. So this was nearby and we popped over for about an hour or so. It costs a few bucks to enter, which I'm fine paying. It's worth it. Only sad part is we weren't prepared to take too many photos (wife didn't have her camera with her), so hopefully we'll return someday to take more pics. Also wonder if there is a best time of year to visit...

Breathtaking. An oasis of peace and beauty in Valencia.read more