Torres de Serranos - Serranos Towers
Torres de Serranos - Sight-seeing / Attractions in Valencia, Spain
The
imposing Torres de Serranos are one of the landmarks of Valencia. Their
awe-inspiring enormity and the elegance of Gothic style are truly worth
your time. One of the two remaining city gates from the XIV century, they
were built by one of the most talented Gothic architects of those times.
You can walk through its many levels right to the top, appreciating stunning
gothic interior, ancient ornaments, military pragmatism and views over
the rest of Valencia. The rear of the towers are open, and you can enjoy
the panorama of the interior.
History: the towers were commenced in 1394 under
the hand of Pere Balaguer. Although built with a clear defensive function
in mind, they never came to be used as such, cruising through history
as a flamboyant trade gate of Valencia. Between 1586 and 1887 they were
used as a prison for the nobility (much like the Tower of London or the
Bastille of Paris) which is why they survived the liquidation of the city
walls in 1865.
SERVICES
Free guided tour (Spanish
only)
Tue -Sat: 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 6pm, 7pm
Sun + Hols: 11.30am, 12.30pm, 13.30pm
Paginas
Amarillas
Pz Fueros
Carmen
96 391 90 70
Tue-Sat
10am - 2pm
4.30pm - 8.30pm
Sun+Hols: 10am - 3pm
closed Mondays
no access to interior on rainy days (safety)
Languages
Signs / Content:
none
Brochures:
none
Guides:
Map
of Central Sights
Map of Central Walks
