Valencia
Spain
Welcome to Valencia, the third-largest and stunningly beautiful city of Spain, and possibly the best-kept secret. Travelers are drawn to the unique mixture of historical sites, contemporary architecture, busy city life, laidback beach culture, and the abundance of greenspace scattered throughout the city. The region is famously the home of paella, and a thriving culinary scene offers up all kinds of Spanish delicacies in the local restaurants and the Central Market - impressively Europe’s largest covered food market! You’ll experience the culture through the local festival celebrations, the cobbled streets of the Old Town, and the old school underground night clubs. With over 300 days of sunshine a year and very mild winters, it’s a dream destination!
Key Location Info
Study Abroad Fees:
$3,400
N/A
We don't run Study Abroad Programs to this location currently.
This is where fees start for a 6 week Study Abroad Program to this location.
It's important to note that program fees increase as programs draw closer, so typically the sooner you secure your place on a program the lower fees you will pay.
Sometimes we run programs that are not 6 weeks. The fees for those programs will reflect the time frame.
To see what's included in your program fees, head to our dedicated Study Abroad page.
Gap Year Fees:
$3,600
N/A
We don't run Gap Year Programs to this location currently.
This is where fees start for a 6 week Gap Year Program to this location.
It's important to note that program fees increase as programs draw closer, so typically the sooner you secure your place on a program the lower fees you will pay.
Sometimes we run programs that are not 6 weeks. The fees for those programs will reflect the time frame.
To see what's included in your program fees, head to our dedicated Gap Year page.
Program Living Expenses:
$1,428
This is what we suggest Edumads bring as spending money on a 6 week program to this location. This estimate includes allowance for all:
- Food & drink
- Activities
- Entertainment
- Excursions
This figure is our estimate for a typical experience on a program. It's possible to spend far more or far less depending on your choices and priorities during your time abroad.
Our estimate for Gap Year programs and Study Abroad programs is the same.
Solo Edumad Budget:
$1,505
This is what we estimate it would cost per month to live in this location if you were to organize your own trip.
We teach students how to organize their own trips in the Edumadic Academy.
The finest Mediterranean food
Did you know that Spain has officially been named the healthiest country in the world? The Mediterranean diet is a way of life here, and you can’t help but make healthy choices when you’re indulging in the local cuisine. Valencia is the birthplace of Paella, and being sat directly on the Mediterranean, the seafood couldn’t be any fresher. Add the classic Spanish dishes of tapas to your diet and your tastebuds will be bombarded with deliciousness throughout your stay.
Barcelona and Ibiza
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The two most recognizable locations in Spain are perfectly placed for weekend adventures from Valencia. Barcelona is less than a 3-hour train ride up the coast and you can hop across the Mediterranean to Ibiza on a ferry. Over a long weekend, you’ll be able to get all the insta snaps to ignite serious travel-envy in your friends back home.
Practice your Spanish
No doubt at some point in your academic life you’ve tussled with the Spanish language. Whatever the level you reached, 6 weeks spent immersed in a Spanish speaking environment will do you wonders. The key ingredient most miss when learning a language in a classroom setting is the opportunity to practice in the real world with native speakers. After all, isn’t that the whole point of learning a language in the first place? Whether you’re ordering desayuno or taking a trip to the mercado, opportunities to test your knowledge and expand your vocabulary will be available at every turn!
Rich history and culture
Valencia ticks the boxes that you’d expect from a European city. An old town with cobblestone streets, landmarks erected 1000 years ago, beautiful and varying architecture from several different eras, and tales of Kings, conquests, and calamities to fill many a walking tour. In addition to the rich history of the city, there’s plenty of modern cultural attractions to take in too, from the City of Arts & Sciences to the Aquarium.
Outdoor life
If you're the outdoorsy type you might be put off by life in a city. That need not be the case with Valencia. The city is split in half by a large meandering park. The beach is vast and always within walking distance. The cities streets are accompanied by bike lanes, and rental is cheap and accessible. The year-round sunshine and mild winters means bars and restaurants often spill out into the streets day and night. And if that isn’t enough, take a short trip out of the city to the Fuente de Los Baños hot springs.
