Peter Brouwer

Worth every penny! The cathedral is stunning, the audio guide expertly walks you through and the experience is exceptional. The walk up the tower is an extra 3 Euros and not for the claustrophobic! Lots and lots of stairs! The payoff is a panoramic view of the city and worth it from my perspective.

+5

Dorica Iamandi

The Cathedral of Saint Mary in Valencia (which incorporates several architectural styles), on the site of a former Roman temple dedicated to the Goddess Diana (which in turn became a mosque in Moorish times). Started in the thirteenth century (year 1252), the construction of this Gothic temple continued until the eighteenth century. Initially, the church was dedicated to the Savior, and then El Cid dedicated it to the Virgin Mary. The Cathedral of Valencia, together with the Canon Hall and the famous octagonal tower of La Miguelete (built in 1418) make up a unitary whole, combining the Gothic style alongside the Baroque and keeping within its walls many artistic and religious treasures. Among the most notable are two paintings by Goya in the Chapel of San Francesco.

+46

Dan R. Deneyer

Visited the cathedral on a rainy January day - almost no queue! €10 entry includes a detailed audio guide covering alabaster windows, Goya paintings, and much more. The museum inside is excellent, with the Holy Grail as the highlight. Definitely worth a visit. There’s even a toilet in the museum, but beware of queues.

Jack Keane

This place is amazing. The audio guide is great and the building is beautiful. Full of history and staff were polite.

Dhiraj Gautam

A must visit place, self paced audio tour inside different portion of it. Going to the tower is not easy for people with health issues or their legs and heart are not strong enough. It’s very vertical, traffic up or down is well managed.

+7

Shahrzad Morovati

Valencia Cathedral is an absolutely stunning place, full of history, art, and spiritual atmosphere. The architecture is impressive, with a beautiful mix of Gothic, Romanesque, and Baroque styles that reflects centuries of history. Inside, the cathedral feels peaceful and inspiring. The artwork, chapels, and details are breathtaking. I like so much both inside and outside of the cathedral. I visited here on Friday, there was a ceremony. The location is perfect, right in the heart of the old town, surrounded by lively squares and historic streets. Whether you are religious or simply interested in culture and history, this is a must-visit landmark in Valencia. I highly recommend taking your time to explore and truly appreciate the atmosphere of this remarkable cathedral.

+18

Niki Nair

Absolutely stunning and a must-do in Valencia! The audio guide makes the visit even more meaningful, especially the Holy Grail section. Beautiful architecture and rich history throughout. Highly recommended for first-time visitors.

+15

Przemysław Król

🏆⛪ A Cathedral with a Real Treasure ​ The Cathedral is a history book written in stone. Although the current structure was built after the Christian Reconquista, underground you will find traces of great civilizations: fragments of an old Roman wall and relics of the Moorish era (the cathedral stands directly on the foundations of a former mosque). ​This monumental building, expanded over centuries, hides something even more valuable than architecture. The side chapel houses what is most likely "the" Holy Grail. Its history is like a movie script: sent across the Mediterranean to Spain for protection against the Romans, hidden from the Moors by monks in a mountain monastery, it finally ended up with the King of Aragon. And how did it get here? King Alfonso V pledged it as collateral for a huge loan... which he never repaid! So, the Cathedral seized the collateral. And that is how a story of a bad debt gave us access to one of Christianity's greatest relics right here in this cathedral. 🤯 ​Practical tips: 👁️ Views: Entrance to the "El Miguelete" tower is paid separately, but if you don't mind climbing 207 stairs, the panoramic view is a must. ​🗺️ OUR COSTA BLANCA TREASURE LIST: This cathedral was the crown jewel of our trip. If you are planning to visit the region, here is the list of places we visited and reviewed (look for my reviews on the map!): ​🏰 Guadalest: Castle in the rock & azure lake. ​💦 Algar Waterfalls: Refreshing nature. ​🏘️ Costa Blanca Trio: Colorful Villajoyosa, white Altea & Benidorm skyscrapers. ​🥘 Valencia: Oceanogràfic & the atmospheric Old Town. ​🎯 ADDITIONAL RECOMMENDED ACTIVITIES: ​🐎 Horse Riding: An amazing ride on the dunes with Jess Pony Express in Guardamar (great for advanced riders too!). ​🏎️ Quads: Adrenaline at the lake with Costa Blanca Quad Tours.

+10

Natalia Tomanek

What a magnificent cathedral! Even from the outside, it makes a phenomenal impression. Think it's just the facade? Try walking around it; it looks like the cathedral encompasses half the city. A huge, magnificent building, so beautiful inside that it takes your breath away. The entire interior is simple, and the altar is fantastically rich. An undeniable highlight is the audio guide, which is free with the Valencia card. Inside the cathedral is the entrance to the museum, which is multi-story, grand, and contains numerous artifacts, especially the Holy Grail.

+5

Claudia

Beautiful 2025 Jubilee Cathedral. I love going Holy Mass here every time I visit Valencia. The cathedral has impressive architecture and beautiful works of art. It is breathtaking and not to mention the Holy Chalice Chapel (which I have seen in previous visits). Holy Mass, celebrated by the bishop, was amazing and there were so many people attending from different parts of the world. This Sunday The Holy Chalice Chapel was not open for visitors and the small shop was shut also. However, there was access to the Cathedral Tower, from where you can have a panoramic view of Valencia. A wonderful sacred place to visit with so much beautiful art.

+7