How do I not look like a tourist in Valencia?

How to dress in Spain so you don't look like a tourist
  1. Leave the workout clothes for the gym, not as your sightseeing outfit. Don't wear flip flops. ...
  2. Flip flops are not in the Spain dress code. ...
  3. Just wear this big floppy hat at the beach. ...
  4. Women in Spain generally don't overdo the makeup like this. ...
  5. Watch out for pickpockets.




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How to dress in Spain so you don't look like a tourist
  1. Leave the workout clothes for the gym, not as your sightseeing outfit. Don't wear flip flops. ...
  2. Flip flops are not in the Spain dress code. ...
  3. Just wear this big floppy hat at the beach. ...
  4. Women in Spain generally don't overdo the makeup like this. ...
  5. Watch out for pickpockets.


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The Spain dress code for a night involves dressing up! You'll see heels, nice sandals, dress shoes, loafers, leather shoes or nice sneakers. Whether you're visiting a club or bar you can't go wrong dressing up. It's best to be overdressed.

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As is typical in Spanish culture, the locals in Valencia are friendly and welcoming.

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Valencia is a sustainable destination thanks to its excellent public transport network, which connects all neighbourhoods and major tourist areas. Although the city's size allows you to get almost everywhere on foot or bike, for longer journeys, we recommend the underground, tram or bus.

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And because it's so much smaller than Barcelona or Madrid, you can discover it all in less time (and with way less money!). How much time do you need to see Valencia? I recommend spending a long weekend in Valencia (3 or 4 days), especially if you're visiting the city as part of a bigger tour of Spain.

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It is famous worldwide for its rices, such as paella, and its citrus fruits. The cuisine of neighbouring regions have given and received important contributions from Valencian gastronomy, amongst them Balearic cuisine, Catalan cuisine, Aragonese cuisine, Manchego cuisine and Murcian cuisine.

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Packing List Checklist (Suggestions):
  • Clothes: Bring Layers – Valencia is hot during the day but cools off at night! Light jacket. Scarf. ...
  • Shoes + Accessories: Flip flops. Flat sandals. Comfortable walking shoes/tennis shoes/flats. ...
  • Personal Items: Passport. Copy of passport (keep in a separate place)


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Locals also wear shorts in late spring and early fall if it's hot. Even if you get a random hot day in the winter, Spaniards will not wear shorts. They dress for the season we're in, and not the weather. If other websites tell you Spaniards never wear shorts, they have never been to Spain.

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Russafa (or 'Ruzafa,' as some people prefer to call it), is Valencia's biggest and best nightlife hub. Just south of Ciutat Vella, it's a pretty small area, but there's plenty of frantic fun crammed into its diminutive confines.

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Best areas for Valencia nightlife Russafa: both locals and expats in Valencia love partying in this place. You'll find vermouth bars, quirky hangouts, strange events, and a bunch of leftfield characters. Start with Cafe Berlin, Backstage Russafa, and La Catrina.

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Depending on what you're looking for, Barcelona is nicer if you're looking for the best nightlife, unique architecture and history, fun tapas restaurants, and a more vibrant atmosphere. Valencia is nicer for the beaches and an overall relaxing experience – though it still offers a great nightlife and music scene.

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The best times to visit Valencia are in April and May and September to October, the sweet spots full of warm weather and void of crazy crowds.

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The Costa Blanca town of Benidorm is the most British city in Spain.

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