Alzira

Located in La Ribera Alta in the province of Valencia, Alzira is a monumental destination. This is a place where different civilisations have left their mark and you can enjoy a magical landscape of rivers and mountains. Do you fancy coming with us to discover everything there is to see?

What to see in Alzira

Visit Alzira, starting your explorations in the historic centre, in the district known as La Villa. The narrow streets and small plazas speak of their medieval origin – you’re going to love soaking up the atmosphere here. Make sure you stop off to see the Gothic ruins of Santa María Church and part of Alzira’s Town Wall that is still standing today. The ruins include a crenelated part and turrets whose state of conservation will impress you.

The Town Hall has a façade that showcases the evolution from the Gothic to the Renaissance style, and features the town’s coat of arms. Inside there are two halls with Mudejar and Renaissance artesonados, intricately joined wooden ceilings. As you explore, you’ll come across the coat of arms of noble families conserved in façades steeped in history.

And that’s not all the historic heritage there is to see in Alzira! Be sure to set aside some time to see Santa Catalina Virgen y Mártir Parish Church. This place of worship is an important example of Gothic architecture that it is well worth visiting. 

Other things to do in Alzira include walking to places like La Gallera, also known as Círculo Alzireño, a cultural centre with iconic Art Nouveau architecture.

Around the destination, you’ll see ceramic altarpieces and historic buildings, so if you love photography, Alzira is the place for you. A little outside the town there is L’Alquerieta Public Washhouse and then there is Alzira’s Municipal Museum (known as MUMA for short) where you can discover the town’s history.

We’d recommend you take a hiking trail to visit the incredible Nuestra Señora de la Murta Fortified Monastery, dating back to the 14th century. It sits in the beautiful La Murta y La Casella Municipal Nature Area which will envelop you in ash trees, kermes oaks, laurels, hawthorns and myrtles. You’ll be amazed by the leafy beauty emerging out of the walls of the abandoned monastery. 

Last but by no means least, Alzira is a great climbing destination as well as a place with spectacular festivals – like Fallas and the tamboradas taking place during Holy Week. So how about it? Fancy planning a visit to discover all these places of interest?