Valencia
Something of a local legend, Negrito has had a bit of a facelift in recent years and boasts a rather handsome interior. It hasn't changed its character…
Must-see nightlife in Valencia
Valencia
This former carpentry workshop is now a likeable jumbled bar and restaurant with mismatched furniture and exposed brick walls. It's a great venue for an…
Valencia's Beaches
It's difficult to know how to classify this former ice factory, converted with great charm into a sizeable multi-purpose space that does cultural events,…
Valencia
Almost as much mini-cultural-centre as club, Radio City, which gets packed from around 1am, pulls in the punters with activities such as language exchange…
Valencia
This lovable cafe-bar in Benimaclet is our favourite in the barrio. With a grotto-like entrance giving way to a cool white interior, it does a range of…
Valencia's Beaches
A super-popular bar and club with two restaurants at an enviable location overlooking the sand between Valencia’s marina and Playa de las Arenas. The open…
Valencia
White-painted industrial brick, long-drop pendant lights and no-frills decor lend an air of warehouse chic to this bar. It's an outlet for a local…
Valencia
It's mostly the young and beautiful at this upmarket and famous discoteca, which plays quality electronic music to a largely, but by no means exclusively,…
Valencia
A cosy Italian-run bar with a welcoming vibe, Cuatro Monos attracts regulars and travellers alike. The bar mixes monkey-inspired art and soft toys with…
Valencia's Beaches
This cavernous warehouse a block from the beach is a surfing school, bar, yoga studio, mini skate park and small coworking space. The surfer vibe…
Valencia
Once a butcher’s shop (hence its title, also inspired by the Kurt Vonnegut novel with a similar name), Slaughterhouse abounds in books (even in the…
Valencia
This child-friendly cafe, bar and bookshop is a comfy place to lounge and browse. It has a short, well-selected list of wines and serves cheese and cold…
Valencia
Russafa does bohemian so well, and this is one of many quality cafe-bars of this type, offering a lounge-room-like ambience with books, art exhibitions…
Valencia
Rather charmingly eclectic, the interior of this inviting corner cafe features books, a fountain, plants and artworks. Slightly removed from the hectic…
Valencia
Horchata is a sweet, opaque, very Valencian drink made from pressed chufas (tiger nuts), into which you dip large finger-shaped buns called fartóns…
Valencia
With the rich reds and romance of a French belle époque locale, this place backs it up by actually having a small cabaret theatre alongside the intimate…
Valencia
Brightly lit and elegant with see-and-be-seen windows, this bar specialises in agave distillates, with a good range of mescal and raicilla to try, along…
Valencia
On a prominent corner near the market, Birra & Blues offers 11 tasty beers brewed locally, served in a handsome modern space with a semicircular bar and…
L'Eixample & Southern Valencia
At the southern end of the Umbracle walkway within the Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias, this is a touristy but atmospheric spot to spend a hot summer…
Western Valencia
The ‘footprint factory’ is a dog-friendly cafe where you can bring furry friends or make new ones over an organic coffee. There is always a welcoming…
L'Eixample & Southern Valencia
This cosy US-style bar established by Oregon natives in Cánovas is popular with expats and locals alike. Car licence plates from various US states adorn…
Valencia
This speciality coffee and tea bar in the old town displays its mantra on the wall: 'Don’t panic, it’s organic'. The friendly couple who run Beat Brew Bar…
Valencia
This tiny bar, a former pharmacy, is a haunt for local characters, and features a marble counter and ornate embossed wooden ceiling. It's a sound stop for…
Valencia
Small, atmospheric and intimate, this pub is one of the classics of lively Plaza Xúquer near the university. It's a favourite haunt of academics who…
Valencia
Spread over 600 sq metres, this underground club merits its outsized name. All soft pastel colours on brute metal and concrete, it offers live DJs across…
Valencia
The smooth industrial decor, moody lighting and motivated staff make this bar-restaurant-cafe a fine venue for a pre-dance-floor or post-dinner drink. A…
Valencia
Lots of fun at this sizeable club on a sidestreet in the heart of Russafa. Music focuses on major hits from the '80s and '90s, so you'll probably know 'em…
Valencia
Bla Bla, with its plush red drapery and mirrors, is perfect for a relaxing drink or coffee. Candles flicker, soft music plays, there’s a particularly well…
Valencia
Offers high baroque, tapestries, music of all genres, candelabras, bouquets of fresh flowers and a long list of exotic cocktails. It does themed Sunday…
Valencia
Nothing is typical in Benimaclet, but this spot named in homage to Franz Kafka does seem to exemplify the alternative artistic vibe, with regular events…
L'Eixample & Southern Valencia
Something of a legendary local stop for a morning coffee or a pre-lunch beer or vermouth, this old-fashioned place has a lived-in interior, wood panelling…
Barrio del Carmen
A real forum for bohemian souls in the Carmen district, this grungy, edgy spot has an impressive cultural program, including English/Spanish conversation…
Barrio del Carmen
On a very central backstreet, this is a top option for a drink with decent music, regular cultural events, a friendly crowd of regulars and cordial staff…
Valencia
Decorated and maintained with care, this place has a cordial owner and offers more than acceptable mojitos. The bar's name means 'gramophone' and the bar…
Valencia
On the plaza in Benimaclet, this place has been around for years and hasn't changed much. It's a simple, colourful, grungy venue for rock music, beer and…
L'Eixample & Southern Valencia
Going for an exclusive atmosphere, this bar offers an agreeably central location for mixed drinks, though the choice of music could be a little more…
Barrio del Carmen
On a typically grungy Barrio del Carmen square, this well-established cafe and bar has a very mixed, bohemian clientele and is an important fixture in the…
Valencia's Beaches
At the marina, this bar has an excellent outdoor lounge area right by the water. It's very quiet during the day but gets busy at night with DJs and a…
L'Eixample & Southern Valencia
This friendly bar packs out with a mellow, mixed crowd enjoying its relaxed atmosphere and well-priced copas (mixed drinks). It makes a very acceptable…
Western Valencia
Haven't shaved since the holiday started? Not a problem at all here at this notably friendly bear den. The inclusive atmosphere makes anybody feel at home.
