Things to do in Valencia at night: areas, plans and where to go out

Valencia is a city that comes alive at night. People have dinner late, terraces stay open almost all year and every neighbourhood has its own atmosphere: the old town, the bars of Ruzafa, the cocktail bars of Cánovas or the beach. The question is not whether there is something to do, but which plan suits you.

This guide covers what you need to know: the areas to go out, plans for every night of the week, quiet and party options, and tips for getting around and back home.

The essentials in 30 seconds

• Timing: dinner is between 21:00 and 22:30, drinks start around 23:00 and clubs fill up from about one in the morning.
• The areas: El Carmen for bars and tapas, Ruzafa for an alternative vibe, Cánovas for smarter cocktail bars, the Marina and Malvarrosa for dinner and nights out by the sea.
• The big nights: Thursday, Friday and Saturday. On weekdays there are concerts and quieter plans.
• A plan without moving: having dinner, a drink and a party in the same place saves taxis and queues. At Palau Alameda, on Paseo de la Alameda, you can do it all in one building.
• Before you go: check what is on that night. Many concerts and parties are ticketed in advance.

Where to go out at night in Valencia

El Carmen and the old town

The classic place to start the night: narrow streets, squares with terraces, tapas and cocktail bars. It is easy to walk from one place to the next and combines well with a stroll around the floodlit Plaza de la Virgen and Plaza de la Reina.

Ruzafa

The fashionable neighbourhood for years now: restaurants for every taste, craft beer bars, bars with music and a more local, alternative feel. A good choice for dinner and a first drink.

Cánovas and the Ensanche

An area of cocktail bars and pubs with a smarter atmosphere, between Gran Vía and Plaza de Cánovas. Paseo de la Alameda, home to Palau Alameda, is just around the corner.

The Marina and Malvarrosa

On warm nights the sea takes over: dinner by the beach, terraces, beach clubs and nightclubs around the port. It is the go-to plan in spring and summer.

Juan Llorens, Aragón and Benimaclet

Juan Llorens and Avenida de Aragón are full of pubs and bars. Benimaclet has a younger, student feel, with affordable bars and live music.

Night plans for every day of the week

• Monday to Wednesday: quiet nights. A concert, a show at the Palau de la Música or the Palau de les Arts, or a relaxed dinner.
• Thursday: the night for those who do not want to wait for the weekend. There are drinks with music at terraces and bars, such as Àtic Nights on the terrace at Palau Alameda.
• Friday: dinner, drinks and a club. Many plans start in the afternoon with a tardeo and carry on into the night.
• Saturday: the longest night: concerts, tribute bands, themed parties and clubs until the early hours.
• Sunday: an early dinner and, in summer, a stroll by the sea.

If you are looking for something tonight, here is what's on in Valencia today.

Quiet plans: culture, walks and views

• Walk through the floodlit old town: the Plaza de la Virgen, the Lonja, the Central Market and the Serranos Towers look different at night.
• See the City of Arts and Sciences lit up: one of the most photogenic night walks in the city, along the old Turia riverbed.
• Go to a concert or the theatre: the Palau de la Música, the Palau de les Arts, the Roig Arena and the city's venues have something on almost every week. Here is Palau Alameda's concert agenda.
• Dinner with views: a rooftop changes any dinner. Àtic, Palau Alameda's panoramic restaurant, serves dinner from Tuesday to Saturday with views over the Alameda.
• In summer: open-air cinema, concerts in gardens and dinner by the sea.

Party plans: drinks, music and clubs

• Drinks with music: cocktail bars and terraces to stretch out the evening before dancing. On the Àtic terrace, Àtic Nights has music from Thursday to Saturday.
• Live music: jazz, flamenco, tribute bands and local groups. To see what is on each week, check our guide to live music in Valencia.
• Clubs: club nights start late and end in the early hours. At Palau Alameda, Azza opens on Friday and Saturday nights, and Palau Motel & Casino fills La Gran Sala on Fridays and Saturdays from 00:00.
• Themed parties and tribute bands: on Fridays and Saturdays there are 80s, 90s and 2000s parties and tributes to legendary bands. Check the dates on the events page.

A full night out without changing venue

The most awkward moment of any night out is moving on: calling taxis, queuing at another door and the group splitting up. That is why more and more people look for one place to have dinner, a drink and a dance without going outside. Here is how a Saturday at Palau Alameda can look:

• 21:00 · Dinner at Àtic, overlooking Paseo de la Alameda.
• 23:30 · A drink on the terrace with Àtic Nights.
• 00:00 · Party at Azza or at Palau Motel & Casino, in La Gran Sala.

All this week's nights, concerts and parties are on our Valencia nightlife page.

Tips for a night out in Valencia

• Book dinner on Fridays and Saturdays: they are the busiest nights.
• Buy tickets in advance: concerts and parties with a headline act can sell out.
• Check the minimum age and dress code: many clubs require you to be an adult and some set a higher age. Entry to Azza is for over-21s, with a smart casual dress code.
• Plan your way home: the EMT runs night bus lines, and on busy nights it is worth booking a taxi or ride-hailing car in advance.
• Bring a layer: even in spring, nights by the sea get cool.
• Respect the neighbours: parts of the old town and Ruzafa have restrictions on terraces and opening hours.

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do in Valencia at night?

Walk through the floodlit old town and the City of Arts and Sciences, have dinner in El Carmen, Ruzafa or somewhere with views, go to a concert and, if you fancy a party, have drinks in Cánovas or at the Marina and end up at a club. At Palau Alameda you can have dinner, a drink and a dance in the same building.

What is the best area to go out at night in Valencia?

It depends on the plan: El Carmen for bars and tapas, Ruzafa for an alternative vibe, Cánovas and Paseo de la Alameda for smarter bars and clubs, and the Marina and Malvarrosa for nights out by the sea.

What time do people go out in Valencia?

Dinner is between 21:00 and 22:30, drinks start around 23:00 and clubs fill up from about one in the morning and close in the early hours.

What to do in Valencia on a Thursday night?

Thursday is the night for concerts and drinks with music. At Palau Alameda, the Àtic terrace has music at night from Thursday to Saturday.

Where can you have dinner and party in the same place in Valencia?

At Palau Alameda, on Paseo de la Alameda, you can have dinner at Àtic, the panoramic restaurant, and carry on the night on its terrace, at Azza or in La Gran Sala, without leaving the building.

Are there over-21 clubs in Valencia?

Yes. Some clubs restrict entry by age. Azza, Palau Alameda's club, opens on Friday and Saturday nights for over-21s, with a smart casual dress code.