City of Arts and SciencesWhy not give yourself a treat with a trip to City of Arts and Sciences, one of the most popular family attractions located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from central Valencia. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you have fun at City of Arts and Sciences, you'll love Oceanografic Aquarium and Prince Felipe Museum of Sciences, both a short walk away.