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Tour of the Borgias with Cathedral included in Valencia

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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Unique opportunity to learn about the history and traces of the Borgias in Valencia through the historic center of the city, with a visit to the Cathedral and the Holy Chalice included. Calixto III and Alejandro VI, the only Spanish Popes to date, where the black legend mixes with reality.

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    Plaça de Manises
    4, Ciutat Vella, 46003 València, Valencia, Spain

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    End point

    Plaça de Sant Llorenç
    4, Ciutat Vella, 46003 València, Valencia, Spain

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    Plaza de Manises

    We will begin the Borgia route in Plaza Manises in front of the palace of the Generalitat Valenciana making an introduction about the two popes of this Valencian family: Calixto III and Alexander VI.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Parroquia de San Nicolas de Bari y San Pedro Martir

    We will stop in front of the original façade of this church to explain details of the life and that of Alfonso de Borgia, who was Pope under the name Calixto III
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    La Seu - Catedral De Valencia

    We will visit the entire interior of Valencia Cathedral, describing the works linked to the Borgias and the famous Holy Chalice. In the Museum we will see the grandiose processional monstrance.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

    Basilica de la Virgen de los Desamparados

    Inside the Basilica is the patron saint of Valencia: the Virgen de los Desamparados and its impressive baroque frescoes by the painter Antonio Palomino from the early 18th century.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Plaça de Sant Llorenç

    We will finish in the Plaza de San Lorenzo where the Borgia Palace is located and the current headquarters of the Valencian Cortes. There we will explain the final outcome of the family.
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Tour of the Borgias with Cathedral included in Valencia?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-361603P1

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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