Valencia travel guide — where to stay, what to do and where to eat in Valencia, Spain.
Summary Valencia's nightlife starts late: bars fill after 22:00 and clubs after 01:00. El Carmen, Ruzafa and the Cabanyal–Malvarrosa seafront are the main areas; Spain's Sunday-to-Thursday bars close earlier than at weekends., Best areas El Carmen, Ruzafa, Cabanyal and Marina, City of Arts and Sciences (Umbracle terrace in summer)
At a glance
- Peak hours
- Bars: 22:00–02:00; clubs: 01:00–06:00
- Average drink
- Beer €2–4 (≈ $2–5) per caña · Cocktail €8–12 (≈ $9–14) · Club entry €10–20 (≈ $12–23) where charged
- Dress code
- Smart casual in most clubs; beachwear only at beach clubs.
Nightlife districts
Where the action happens after dark.
El Carmen
Narrow medieval lanes with live-music bars and cocktail lounges.
Ruzafa
Hip café-bar district with vermouth, craft cocktails and clubs.
Marina and Cabanyal
Beach clubs and seafront terraces in summer.
Bars & pubs
Where locals drink.
Café de las Horas
Baroque-style cocktail bar in Valencia.
Known for: Agua de Valencia
Carrer del Comte d'Almodòvar 1, Valencia
Radio City
Live music bar in El Carmen in Valencia.
Known for: Live sets and cocktails
Carrer de Santa Teresa 19, Valencia
Jimmy Glass Jazz Bar
Jazz bar in El Carmen in Valencia.
Known for: Live jazz and cocktails
Carrer de Baix 28, Valencia
Johnny Maracas
Latin and salsa bar in Valencia.
Known for: Salsa and mojitos
El Carmen, near Carrer de Baix, Valencia
Café Berlín
Ruzafa café-bar in Valencia.
Known for: Coffee and drinks
Carrer de Cadis 22, Valencia
Café Madrigal
Ruzafa café-bar with cocktails in Valencia.
Known for: Cocktails and brunch
Carrer de Puerto Rico 41, Valencia
Clubs
For dancing into the early hours.
Deseo 54
Nightclub in Valencia.
Cover: Entry varies
Hours: Typically Thursday–Saturday nights; confirm
Mya Valencia
Club at L'Umbracle in Valencia.
Cover: Entry varies
Hours: Typically Fri–Sat nights, summer terrace; confirm
Akuarela Playa
Beachfront club in Valencia.
Cover: Entry varies
Hours: Summer nights; confirm
Marina Beach Club
Harbour beach club in Valencia.
Cover: No cover or table minimum
Hours: Daily in summer; confirm
Nightlife tips
Stay safe and have fun.
Most venues warm up after midnight — earlier arrivals get easier entry and shorter queues.
Carry ID, even if you look older — bouncers check at most venues.
Plan your ride home before you go out — last transport runs earlier than the clubs close.