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The World’s 100 Best Parks

Jardín del Turia

Valencia, Spain

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST PARKS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 64 2026
Jardín del Turia

A long linear park of about 9 to 13 km laid out in the former bed of the Turia River, below street level, with lawns, palm trees, ponds and shaded paths crossing Valencia toward the sea. Visitors cycle, run, picnic and play sports beneath historic bridges.

Highlights

  • Historic bridges over the riverbed
  • City of Arts and Sciences
  • Gulliver Park giant slides

Good to know

  • Separate paths for cyclists, runners and walkers
  • Restrooms, drinking fountains and bars along route
  • Metro station and bus stops nearby

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