The IVAM was the first modern art museum in Spain and is one of the few that has paid special attention to the historical European avant-garde. It is organized around a program based on its collection and temporary exhibitions. Its halls exhibit different studies on the work of the two pillars of its collection: Julio González (1876-1942) and Ignacio Pinazo (1849-1916).

The IVAM's collection spans from the historical avant-garde in 1914 to contemporary forms of art today. It includes important authors such as James Rosenquist, Richard Hamilton, Robert Rauschenberg, Tony Cragg, Carmen Calvo, Fernando Arroyo, Antoni Tàpies, Julio González, Yves Klein, Zoran Music, Manolo Valdés, Equipo Crónica, Equipo Realidad, Jean Dubuffet, Gilian Wearing, Mona Hatoum, Annette Messager, Cindy Sherman, Jacques Lipchitz, Rodchenko, Alexander Calder, Per Kirkeby, and James Turrell.

How to arrive

Bus: 28, 95, C1.

Historical center Guillém de Castro, 118

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The second largest art gallery in Spain, showcasing works from the 15th to the 19th centuries. Highlights include rooms dedicated to renowned Valencian painter Joaquín Sorolla and Francisco de Goya. The museum also features impressive Gothic art rooms and exhibits from Valencian painters and sculptors Pinazo and Benlliure. The collection of Renaissance paintings is noteworthy, as Valencia was a major influencer of this artistic style in Spain. Don't miss the Courtyard of Ambassador Vich and previously unseen works by Velázquez. The museum is housed in the historical building of the former San Pío Seminary College, which was founded in 1683. Originally designed by architect Juan Bautista Pérez Castiel, the building has served various purposes before becoming the Museum of Fine Arts. The collection includes medieval painters known as Primitivos Valencianos, as well as works from the Valencian School and international artists such as Pintoricchio, Andrea del Sarto, Van Dyck, Murillo, El Greco, and Goya. Additional exhibits include drawings, etchings, sculptures, archaeological pieces, architectonic fragments, and portable art.

How to arrive

Bus: 6, 11, 16, 26, 28, 94, 95, C2.

Historical center Calle San Pío V, 9

The González Martí National Museum of Ceramics, located in the Palacio del Marqués de Dos Aguas, showcases the largest national collection of ceramics. It is regarded as a prime example of Baroque architecture in Spain. The museum's collection spans from the 18th century to the present day and includes ceramics by renowned artists like Picasso. Visitors can also explore artifacts from the Silk Route and gain insights into the lifestyle of one of the most prominent Valencian noble families.

How to arrive

Underground: L3, L5. Bus: 4, 6, 10, 11, 31, 32, 70, 71, 81.

Historical center Rinconada García Sanchiz 6

The Bancaja Foundation is a non-profit institution that offers a multitude of cultural activities. It is housed in a 12,000 m2 building, located in the heart of the capital.

In terms of the arts, the foundation stands out for its exhibitions, workshops, conferences, and awards. Additionally, it actively supports the preservation of the Valencian language and culture. The foundation goes beyond its role as a museum by combining these elements to support social initiatives.

The center contains a wealth of artistic heritage, including the restoration of the graphic works of Picasso and the Valencian painter Joaquín Sorolla. The temporary exhibitions are also worth a visit, showcasing a wide variety of artists, such as Ignacio Pinazo, Equipo Crónica, and Francis Bacon.

Moreover, the foundation has collaborated with Berklee College to organize joint concerts. All activities and guided tours offered by the Bancaja Foundation are free of charge, although reservations are required for Fridays and Saturdays.

How to arrive

Underground: L3, L5, L7, L9. Bus: 6, 11, 16, 26, 28, 31, 32, 70, 71, 81, 94, 95, C1.

Historical center Plaza Tetuán 23

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La Almoina Museum in Valencia is no ordinary place: vestiges of the city’s history from its founding by the Romans in the 2nd century BC to the Middle Ages have been preserved in a single space.

This creates tremendous archaeological value. In fact, it is considered one of Europe's most important sites.

La Almoina Museum is also an amazing history lesson in three dimensions: the best way to understand and imagine how this great city has evolved. It presents remains from each of its periods in such a way that you will not easily forget the events that have marked Valencia over the course of its history.

Before you visit, there are a few things you might like to know to get the most out of the experience.

How to arrive Bus: 4, 8, 9, 11, 16, 28, 70, 71.

Historical center Plaza Décimo Junio Bruto (Cónsul Romano) s/n

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Interactive exhibits and science animations

This great 21st century museum allows visitors to learn about the evolution of life, science, and technology in an educational, interactive and enjoyable way.

It is surrounded by 13,500 square metres of water curtains.

A building of grand proportions that is home to a multitude of activities and initiatives related to the evolution of life and the dissemination of scientific and technological information.

Interaction is the main feature of the Science Museum, which bears the slogan: “It is prohibited not to touch, not to feel, not to think”. The museum thus becomes a real educational tool, able to reactivate the public’s critical abilities.

Together with extensive exhibition content, the museum also promotes activities and publications relating to science and education, acting as a transmitter of knowledge between the scientific-educational world and society as a whole.

Its value as a complement and support for the educational activity of schools, companies and institutions makes it a living museum that maintains a constant dialogue with the society which surrounds it.

How to arrive Underground: L10. Bus: 15, 25, 35, 95, 99.

Historical center Av. del Professor López Piñero 7

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