Church of San Nicolas Tickets Highlights
Witness the amazing Gothic and Baroque architecture of one of the oldest churches of Valencia, the Church of San Nicolas
Know the interesting story behind the name Valencian Sistine Chapel from your audio guide
Get stunned by the beautiful decorations of frescoes, allegories, & gold altarpieces by Juan Pérez Castiel
Admire the spectacular crucifixion scene, a Gothic altarpiece by Rodrigo de Osona at the back of the church
Church of San Nicolas Tickets Overview
Activity Location: Carrer dels Cavallers, 35, 46001, València
Activity Time:
- Tuesday-Friday: 10:30 - 7:30 p.m.
- Saturday: 10:30 - 6:30 p.m.
- Sunday: 13:00 - 20:00 p.m.
- Monday: Closed
Activity Duration: 1-2 hours (approx.)
About Church of San Nicolas Tickets:
Visit the Church of San Nicolas in the port city of Valencia, Spain, and learn the story of how the church got its name as the Valencian Sistine Chapel. The church was founded about 700 years ago and was originally a Gothic temple that evolved throughout the centuries to have the stunning facade that it has now. Spend your time here exploring lovely paintings restored with the help of the Fundación Hortensia Herrero Maecenas, spread across a massive 2000 square meter. Enjoy the self-guided tour and be mesmerized by the stunning interiors depicting various life events of Saint Nicholas.
About the Activity:
- Visit the 13th-century-built Catholic Church with Gothic and Baroque architectural designs.
- Admire the grandeur of the outdoor chapel and the neo-gothic gates of the church.
- Walk in and see the spectacular interiors designed by Juan Pérez Castiel with frescoes, allegories, and gold altarpieces.
- See how beautifully the life of Saint Nicholas is depicted in the artworks; one of them shows him playing with St. Peter of Verona.
- Know why the Church of San Nicolas is also known as the Valencian Sistine Chapel by the audio guide available in 4 languages.
- Discover the fascinating altarpiece featuring stories of San Nicolás and San Pedro Mártir at the Church.
- Explore all of this and more at your own leisure with the help of an audio guide (available in Spanish, English, Valencian, Italian and French).
How to reach?
- By Car/Cab: 2.8 km away from Valencia City Center and can be reached in approximately 10 minutes by car/ cab.
- By Metro: Take line 1 or 2 train from the city center to the nearest metro station, Àngel Guimerà. From there the Church is just 1.1 km away, a 14 min walk.
- By Bus: Take bus no. 73 to the closest bus stop, Carda - Moro Zeit, about 300 m away from the location. From there it's just a 3 min walk to the church.
Select Package Options
Church of San Nicolás + Audio Guide
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Know Before You Go for Church of San Nicolas Tickets
- All foreign nationals must share their passport and visa details at the time of arrival.
- ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of arrival.
- Please dress appropriately to visit the Church.
- Show your smartphone ticket at the entrance.
- Participants are not allowed to carry any sharp object, lighter, luggage bag, alcohol, knife, etc.
- Any breakage or damage of any items will be charged at actuals.
Accessibility Options for Church of San Nicolas Tickets
- Wheelchair Accessible