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Discover Valencia's diverse attractions, from historic streets to modern marvels and beautiful beaches, with a convenient Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour. Find out if the Red Bus or Green Bus is right for you!
Valencia Travel Tips
Valencia City Tour Bus
© Text/Photos by Nomad Ssalmi
Valencia, one of Spain's three largest cities,
is a city with incredibly diverse attractions,
from its beautiful and ancient Old Town
to the futuristic City of Arts and Sciences,
and even expansive, refreshing beaches.
As it's quite a large city,
with major attractions spread out,
if your itinerary is short,
using a Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour Bus
is a great way to efficiently explore the entire city.
I'll introduce it in more detail below.
Contents |
1. City Tour Bus Basic Information |
2. Red Bus vs. Green Bus: Fares and Features |
3. Main Routes and Key Stops Guide |
4. Which Tour Bus is Better? |
5. Usage Tips |
6. Conclusion |
1. Valencia City Tour Bus Basic Information
Basic Information | |
Operation Method | A circular bus where you can freely get on and off (Hop-On Hop-Off) at your desired stops |
Circular Route | Connects 17 major attractions including the Old Town, City of Arts and Sciences, Aquarium, beaches, and port |
Validity Period | Time-based system valid for 24 or 48 hours from the first boarding and ticket scanning |
How to Use | Instant boarding by presenting your mobile digital ticket barcode |
The city tour buses available in Valencia
are broadly divided into two types:
the Red Bus
and the Green Bus.
Both buses
have very similar routes circulating key tourist attractions,
but there are clear differences in ticket prices, age criteria, and service frequency,
so it's important to choose
the one that best suits your travel conditions and style!
2. Red Bus vs. Green Bus: Fares and Stops
Both buses
offer 24-hour and 48-hour tickets.
However, because the age criteria for adults and youth,
and ticket fares differ,
the total cost can vary
depending on the number of people in your group.
💸 Fares are based on 2026 rates 💸
| Red Bus | Green Bus |
Adult 24 Hours | 26 EUR (Ages 13+) | 24 EUR (Ages 17+) |
Adult 48 Hours | 28 EUR (Ages 13+) | 25 EUR (Ages 17+) |
Youth 24 Hours | 14 EUR (Ages 5-12) | 12 EUR (Ages 6-16) |
Youth 48 Hours | 16 EUR (Ages 5-12) | 12 EUR (Ages 6-16) |
Audio Guide | Multilingual support (Korean X) | 5 languages (Spanish, English, Italian, French, German) |
Stops | 🔗 View |
🔗 View
Frequency
Off-peak: 30-45 min
Peak: 15-30 min
Approx. 1 hour
For the 🔴 Red Bus,
adult fares apply from age 13 and up,
while for the 🟢 Green Bus,
adult fares apply from age 17 and up!
Therefore, if you're a family traveling with teenagers
(especially those aged 13 to 16, middle or high school students),
taking the Green Bus is a great way
to save on travel expenses.
3. Key Routes and Essential Stops Guide
Both buses follow the same route,
circling in a single direction through
17 key Valencia landmarks.
Just hop on the bus, get off at the attractions you want to explore, and then
catch the next bus to your next destination.
📍Pintor Sorolla
The starting point located in the city center.
📍 Carrer del Pintor Sorolla
C. del Pintor Sorolla, Ciutat Vella, València, Valencia, Spain
📍Plaza de Toro
Valencia Bullring and North Station
(* As of 2026, due to ongoing construction nearby,
you can use the #1 Pintor Sorolla stop instead.)
📍 Plaza de Toros de Valencia
C/ de Xàtiva, 28, L'Eixample, 46004 València, Valencia, Spain
📍C. Artes y Ciencias / Oceanogràfic
The City of Arts and Sciences, famous for its futuristic architecture, and
Europe's largest aquarium, Oceanogràfic.
📍 Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias
46013 Valencia Quatre Carreres, Spain
📍La Marina / Las Arenas
The expansive Valencia Port and the refreshing
Malvarrosa and Las Arenas beaches.
📍 La Malva-rosa
La Malva-rosa, Poblats Marítims, 46011 València, Spain
📍Torres de Serranos / Quart
The ancient Serranos Towers and Quart Towers
that once defended the old town.
📍 Torres de Serranos
C. de la Blanqueria, 1, Ciutat Vella, 46003 València, Valencia, Spain
📍Bioparc
Bioparc, an urban ecological zoo designed to be
natural and cage-free.
📍 Valencia Bioparc
Av. Pío Baroja, 3, Campanar, 46015 València, Valencia, Spain
📍IVAM
The Valencia Institute of Modern Art, where you can
admire contemporary artworks.
📍 Art Modern Institute Museum of Valencia
C/ de Guillem de Castro, 118, Ciutat Vella, 46003 València, Valencia, Spain
4. Which Tour Bus Should You Choose?
If you want short wait times and a comfortable ride
🔴 Red Bus
During peak season (April-October), buses depart frequently, every 15 to 30 minutes,
allowing you to quickly move to your next destination without long waits at the bus stop.
Plus, if you have a Valencia Tourist Card,
you can enjoy an additional 15% discount!
For budget-friendly travel or if accompanied by teenagers aged 13-16
🟢 Green Bus
An adult 24-hour ticket is €24, making it about €2 cheaper than the Red Bus.
What's more, youth discounts apply all the way up to high school age,
making it a great deal for families.
5. Insider Tips for Your Ride
✨ Ticket Validity: Time-Based! ✨
Your ticket isn't valid by date,
but rather calculated for 24 or 48 hours
from the exact time you first board the bus
and tag your ticket.
(Example: If you first board at 2 PM,
you can use it until 2 PM the next day.)
✨ Easy Mobile Boarding! ✨
After booking online in advance,
simply present the mobile ticket you received
via email or app,
and you can board directly without needing
to visit a separate ticket counter at the site.
6. Wrapping Up Your Adventure
From the charming old town to the vibrant blue sea,
and the absolutely stunning City of Arts and Sciences – all in Valencia, Spain!
The City Tour Bus is a fantastic way to comfortably take in the city's sights with the wind in your hair, making your journey effortless.
Choose the bus that best suits your travel style,
and I hope you have an incredible trip to Valencia!
I hope my post helps make your adventure even more enjoyable.
📍 Valencia
Valencia, Spain
The Red Bus applies adult fares from age 13, whereas the Green Bus applies adult fares from age 17. Therefore, if you are traveling with teenagers between the ages of 13 and 16, using the Green Bus might help save on travel expenses.
As of 2026, an adult 24-hour ticket for the Red Bus is 26 Euros, and for the Green Bus, it is 24 Euros. The Green Bus is 2 Euros cheaper than the Red Bus.
Yes, the Red Bus offers a 15% discount if you have a Valencia Tourist Card. No separate discount information for the Green Bus is mentioned in the article.
The ticket validity period is calculated not by calendar day, but for 24 or 48 hours from the moment you first board the bus and tag your ticket. For example, if you first board at 2 PM, you can use it until 2 PM the following day.
The Red Bus supports multilingual audio guides, but Korean is not included. The Green Bus also only supports 5 languages: Spanish, English, Italian, French, and German, and does not support Korean.
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