The best plans and accommodation during holy week in valencia
The period between Christmas and the Easter holidays can seem like an eternity, but when the heat of the East starts to kick in, it’s the ideal time to take a break, unwind and recharge your batteries before summer arrives. The good news is that this year the wait is shorter, as Easter 2024 will be the earliest in 10 years.
Find out how to make the most of this celebration with our guide to the best plans in Valencia, ideal for a trip with friends or for those looking for fun with the little ones. At HQ Rooms, we tell you all the plans for an Easter break in Valencia. If you love the sea, good gastronomy or culture, this article is for you.
When is Easter Holy Week 2024 in Valencia?
If you are wondering when Semana Santa ( Holy Week) starts in Valencia, you should know that this year it comes early. The dates are determined by the lunar calendar, which means that they are celebrated on different dates every year. For this year, the biggest days are as follows:
- March 24, 2024: Palm Sunday
- March 25, 2024: Holy Monday, coincides with the full moon
- March 26, 2024: Holy Tuesday
- March 27, 2024: Holy Wednesday
- March 28, 2024: Holy Thursday
- March 29, 2024: Good Friday
- March 30, 2024: Holy Saturday or Saturday of Glory
- March 31, 2024: Resurrection Sunday or Easter Sunday
- April 1: Easter Monday
Best Easter plans for the whole family
The long-awaited Easter holidays and good weather in the east are just around the corner. If you are thinking of visiting Valencia this Easter, here are the best plans to enjoy this Holy Week 2024:
The most maritime Valencian Holy Week
During Holy Week, Valencia invites you to discover its processions in the maritime neighbourhood, a celebration declared of National Tourist Interest that offers a wealth of history and tradition just a few steps from the beach. The old fishing villages of El Grau, El Cabanyal and El Canyamelar, commemorate the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Christ.
Its origins date back to the 15th century, linked to the customs of ancient fishermen, making it one of the most original and authentic Spanish Holy Weeks, the second most important in the capital of Turia. Enjoy sunny days with temperatures of up to 24ºC during your getaway, savour the typical paella by the Mediterranean Sea and the authentic horchata in the city centre or on the beach.
Enjoy the sunset in the Albufera
Do not miss this photogenic plan in your itinerary to enjoy Valencia. A few kilometres from the city is one of the most beautiful natural areas in Spain, the Albufera Natural Park. Relax, get out your camera and enjoy the rice fields, the vegetation, the fauna and, of course, one of the best sunsets in the city.
Take advantage of your route to try one of the most traditional restaurants and their terreta dishes. Very close to the Alñbufera is the Saler route, a virgin beach and kilometres of trails that cross the pine forest. Enjoy nature in its purest form without leaving the capital.
Family hiking day
Valencia offers you much more than just beaches. You can also enjoy hiking routes through its mountains. El Garbí, for example, just 30 minutes from the capital, is located within the Sierra Calderona Natural Park and offers incredible views. It is one of the best Easter plans to spend the day with the family.
Try typical Valencian cuisine
And since being on holiday means skipping diets and worries, it's a good time to try everything. Sybarites and lovers of gastronomy, the Valencian Community is designed to be enjoyed. During Holy Week, you can taste the most typical dishes of the season.
In addition to the Valencian paella, we talk of the most typical Valencian dessert during Easter week is la mona, a kind of sweet pastry in different shapes with a boiled or chocolate egg in the middle, and the Easter longaniza, a pork sausage that accompanies this dessert.
The best accommodation for Easter Week in Valencia 2024 at HQ Rooms
At HQ Rooms, we're looking forward to welcoming spring, and we've adapted our apartments in the centre of Valencia for this very special occasion.
If you are considering renting an exclusive apartment to escape to Valencia for Easter, we guarantee all the comforts of home combined with the benefits of a quality hotel. Forget your worries, we are here to make sure your stay is unforgettable. And if you decide to arrive by car, do not hesitate to ask us about our secure private parking service.
We are here to accompany you in these days of disconnection where tradition, culture and fun come together to create your perfect holiday.
Important: We recommend that you book your apartments as soon as possible, as demand is very high during this period. Make your reservation and secure your place to experience Holy Week in all its splendour!
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