Private Valencia Food Tour: Tastings, Paella & Local Hidden Gems
Overview
Step back in time through Valencia’s rich culinary history to discover the authentic flavors defining this beautiful city. Most visitors only scratch the surface, but this private experience brings you straight to the source.
You will visit hidden historic family restaurants, the vibrant Central Market, and explore the true provenance of regional ingredients. Led by an expert, you will enjoy iconic traditions like the beloved Valencian esmorzaret alongside premium artisan tastings.
This is not a standard tour. It is a curated immersion into Valencia’s culinary soul. Featuring a relaxed private format and personalized interaction, it is designed for discerning travelers seeking unforgettable authenticity, quality, and deeply meaningful cultural connections through incredible local food.
What's Included
- Brunch Almuerzo / Esmorzaret
- Tea and coffee Coffee
- Lunch Paella Valenciana
- Snacks Central Market authentic tastings
- Alcoholic beverages Glass of wine, Beer, Vermut
- Local speaking english guide
- Bottled water
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Plaça del Col·legi del Patriarca
2, Ciutat Vella, 46003 València, Valencia, Spain
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Font De La Placa Del Patriarca
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ciutat Vella
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mascleta Plaza Del Ayuntamiento
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mercat Central de Valencia
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Placa de la Reina
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Valencia
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Alcoholic beverages are only served to guests aged 18 and over (Spanish legislation). Guests under the age of 18 will be served non-alcoholic beverages.
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Brunch. Almuerzo / Esmorzaret.
- Tea and coffee. Coffee.
- Lunch. Paella Valenciana.
- Snacks. Central Market authentic tastings.
- Alcoholic beverages. Glass of wine, Beer, Vermut.
- Local speaking english guide.
- Bottled water.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Valencia Food Tour: Tastings, Paella & Local Hidden Gems is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Valencia Food Tour: Tastings, Paella & Local Hidden Gems will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- BrunchAlmuerzo / Esmorzaret
- Tea and coffeeCoffee
- LunchPaella Valenciana
- SnacksCentral Market authentic tastings
- Alcoholic beveragesGlass of wine, Beer, Vermut
- Local speaking english guide
- Bottled water
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Alcoholic beverages are only served to guests aged 18 and over (Spanish legislation). Guests under the age of 18 will be served non-alcoholic beverages.
