Jardines del Real (Viveros)
Jardins del Real
A garden on the former site of the Moorish and Aragonese royal palace. Peacocks, rose gardens, fountains and sculptures make it one of the city's favorite green spaces.
The Jardines del Real, commonly known as Viveros (the nursery), was once the site of the Valencian royal palace. The palace was demolished in 1810 to prevent French troops from using it, and excavated remains of the palace can still be seen in the garden. The gardens include a rose garden, ponds, sculptures and large tree-lined avenues. Peacocks and ducks wander freely, and there is a small natural science museum. Entry is free. It is next to the museum and the Turia Gardens, making it a good place for a stroll after visiting the art museum. Book fairs and other events are often held here around May.
Opening hours
About 07:30 to sunset (until around 21:30 in summer)
Nearby sights
- Turia Gardens
- Museu de Belles Arts de València
- L'Almoina Archaeological Centre
- Barrio del Carmen & Torres de Serranos
- Plaza de la Virgen & Basilica of the Virgin
- Valencia Cathedral & Micalet
- Palace of the Marqués de Dos Aguas (National Ceramics Museum)
- Church of San Nicolás de Bari and San Pedro Mártir