VALÈNCIA GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Walking Valencia’s Borja Story: a 2.5‑hour guided probe into dynasty, power and scandal
A 2 hour 30 minute guided walk that traces the Borja family's influence across Valencia, delivered in multiple languages and useful as an introduction to the city's medieval‑Renaissance legacy.
Walking Valencia’s Borja Story: a 2.5‑hour guided probe into dynasty, power and scandal.
La Valencia de los Borja is a focused, 2.5‑hour guided walk that unpacks the rise, reach and controversies of the Borja family between the 13th and 16th centuries, using on‑street storytelling to connect visitors with the remnants of their influence across the city.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A dynasty from the 13th to the 16th century
The tour concentrates on the Borja family’s legacy, examining their political power and the intrigues and scandals that surrounded them during their prominence across several centuries.
Multilingual narration brings the past to life
Guides lead the experience in Spanish and Valencian as well as English and Italian, offering contextual storytelling suitable for international visitors.
Short, accessible, with a key caveat
At roughly two and a half hours, the walk is compact and ends by the cathedral — note that cathedral admission is not included in the tour price.
What the day feels like
What the walk feels like
You move through Valencia’s streets led by a guide who strings together architecture, plaques and public spaces into a narrative about the Borja family’s public life and private scandals; the pace is conversational and the story is delivered in multiple languages to suit mixed groups.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this guided walk suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The guided tour runs approximately 2 hours 30 minutes.
Guiding is offered in Spanish/Valencian and English/Italian.
Cathedral admission is not included in the tour price and must be bought separately if you wish to enter.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts approximately 2 hours 30 minutes.
What languages are offered?
Guides conduct the tour in Spanish and Valencian, and also in English and Italian.
Is cathedral entry included?
No — entrance to the cathedral is not included with the tour.
Is the tour suitable for children?
The tour is suitable for children aged 4 and up.
Who operates the tour?
The tour is offered by the operator Turiart.