Quart Towers – Valencia
The Quart Towers, these twin towers that were once the gates of the old town of Valencia, are a sight not to be missed. They can be seen from many points in the city and represent a must-see photo spot: you cannot visit Valencia without taking a photo with the Quart Towers in the background 😄📸
| ⌚ Duration | 30 minutes |
| 📆 Opening Hours | Sundays and public holidays from 10:00 to 14:00 From Monday to Saturday, it’s open from 10:00 to 19:00 For your safety, the Quart Towers will be closed on rainy days ☔ |
| 🧭 Address | Guillem de Castro, 89; 46003 – Valencia |
| 💶 Price | Free on public holidays and Sundays 🥳 Other days: – 2€ for a general admission – 1€ for children from 7 years old, students, etc. |
| ☎️ Contact | +34 963 525 478 |
| 🚍 Bus | 10, 60, 64, 73, 81, 92, C1, C2. |
| 👨👩👧👦 Family | Suitable for the whole family |
| 👩🦽 Accessibility | Beware, there are only stairs. |
The stairs of the Quart Towers are very steep; I advise against those who are afraid of heights from climbing them.
Practical Points
The tickets 🎟
You cannot enter the Quart Towers without a ticket. To purchase a ticket, you must walk around the Towers. Once behind them, you will see a door (with a sign that says “Ticket”) – that’s where you need to go.
Once you have your tickets, you can access the Quart Towers 🎟
Restrooms 🚻
Yes, the Quart Towers have restrooms. They are located next to the main gates of the Towers, on the right side 👍
Let the climb begin !
For a small fee, you can climb to the top of the Quart Towers and enjoy a panoramic view of the city. The ascent might be a bit challenging, but the reward is worth it 👍Let’s start our journey!
In this climb, there were:
- Stairs
- A murder hole and small openings for archers to defend themselves 🏹
- Must-see photo spots 😉📸
- A unique view of Valencia 👍
- And even more stairs…
The Summit of the Towers
The view from the top of the Towers makes all those stairs worthwhile, it’s incredible! The flags of Valencia and Spain stand tall on each tower. Photo spots are everywhere 😉📸
History
The Quart Towers, or Torres de Quart in Spanish, are one of the few remnants of the city’s old fortifications. They were built in the 15th century and survived many sieges and battles, including those led by Napoleonic troops in the 19th century.
You can still see cannonball impacts on the walls of the towers, bearing witness to their tumultuous past in this picture ⬇
Conclusion
The Quart Towers are more than just a historical monument. So, on your next visit to Valencia, remember to make a little detour to discover these wonders. You won’t regret it! 👍
More photos 📸
If you want to see more photos of the Quart Towers, you can watch this video made with my Instagram @fan_valencia_com 👍