The most magical time of the year is about to begin. Ladies and gentlemen, Christmas is coming to Valencia! 🎄 This is great news, because Christmas is lived with passion in Valencia. The city is filled with colorful lights, carols are heard in the stores and people happily go out to do their Christmas shopping. Families begin to organize reunions. groups of friends are already reserving tables for the awaited Christmas dinner.

Valencia at Christmas is a city that offers many interesting plans. Throughout this article you will discover what are the 5 best plans to enjoy Christmas in Valencia. If you are going to be in this city in the coming weeks, stay because from this post you are going to get 5 great Christmas plans. Actually there is a sixth plan, which is to come to Hispania, Spanish school.

If you want to learn or improve your Spanish, our school is the right place. We are located in one of the most beautiful areas of Valencia, right in front of Jardines del Real. Here you can attend face-to-face Spanish classes with classmates from all over the world. If you prefer, you can also opt for online Spanish courses.

Are you in Valencia and still don't have any friends? If you attend our school, you will make new friends and you will be able to share with them the 5 Christmas plans in Valencia that we are going to propose you.

Taking pictures with the Christmas tree in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento in Valencia.

What to see in Valencia at Christmas? You can start with the fabulous tree in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento. In Valencia's Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Christmas comes alive with the installation of an impressive Christmas tree decorated with Christmas lighting. This large Christmas tree is an iconic landmark that attracts all Valencians and tourists.

In fact, at Christmas it takes on so much prominence that it is known by many as the Christmas square in Valencia. People love to take pictures next to the tree, immortalizing their Christmas experience in Valencia. In addition, the atmosphere in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento at Christmas time is always cheerful and lively.

There is usually Christmas music and people dressed up as mythical Christmas characters such as Santa Claus or the Three Wise Men. Very close to the tree, there is usually a merry-go-round. If you are going to be in Valencia for Christmas with children, this place is for you. And, as if that were not enough, right next to the big illuminated tree there is also a skating rink. This is the next Christmas plan in Valencia that we want to tell you about.

Skating at the ice skating rink

Do you know how to skate? If so, this is one of the Christmas plans in Valencia that you will love the most. And if you don't know, it's finally time to learn. Next to the Christmas tree in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento, you will find an ice skating rink. Ice skating in such a festive environment is an exciting activity that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Skating on this ice rink while enjoying the Christmas lighting that surrounds the square, is a magical experience that you can only find in the Valencian Christmas.

See the Christmas markets in Valencia

In the month of December, Valencia is full of Christmas markets with a wide variety of typical products of the season. Explore these markets and immerse yourself in the Spanish Christmas culture. Stalls offer handcrafted gifts, Christmas decorations, toys and, of course, delicious gastronomic options. Don't miss the opportunity to try the famous turrones, mazapan, hot chocolate and roasted chestnuts, which are a must during Christmas in Spain.

Let yourself be captivated by the pleasant aromas of these foods and experience Christmas in Valencia. In addition, many of these markets usually have activities and live entertainment that add an extra touch of fun.

Belenes (Nativity Scenes) in Valencia

One of the best Christmas attractions in Spain is to see the beautiful urban nativity scenes. We Spaniards love to set up nativity scenes in our homes. A nativity scene is a model with figures that recreates the birth of Jesus of Nazareth in the city of Bethlehem. It usually consists of decorations that recreate the city, and figures of the biblical characters that were there at the time.

Christmas walk through the Jardines del Real (Royal Gardens)

This is something quite new, it has been done for a few years. Do you know the Jardines del Real? Also called Viveros. These gardens are very dear to the Valencians. Besides being one of the most beautiful and greenest parks, it also hosts a multitude of events throughout the year. At Christmas, this park is wrapped in Christmas lights and transformed into a magical forest. Strolling through this park at night surrounded by illuminated figures such as reindeer, Christmas trees or snowmen, is priceless. It is one of the most beautiful activities you can do this Christmas in the city of Valencia, you will love it!

And these are the 5 Christmas plans in Valencia that we had prepared for you. We hope you like them and that you do them all. Most of them are totally free and very enjoyable.

These plans will be available during the whole Christmas season, from the last weeks of December until January 6th. If you are going to be in Valencia for a while, it is recommended that you know Spanish to be able to communicate with people. Remember that you can learn the language at Hispania, escuela de español. In our school we live Christmas with great joy. We do special classes about Christmas so you can learn how it is lived in Spain. We also have cultural activities with a tour guide for you to discover the wonders of Valencia during Christmas.

One of our most popular Christmas activities is the route of the nativity scenes that we talked about before. After seeing the nativity scenes, we always go for a delicious hot chocolate with churros. Can you think of a better plan than having a delicious hot chocolate while practicing Spanish with your classmates? Take the opportunity and live the best Christmas of your life with us at Hispania, escuela de español.