Torres dels Serrans Tower

Address: Plaça dels Furs / Carrer dels Serrans, Ciutat Vella, Valencia, Spain

Website: https://www.valencia.es/

Admission: Usually free to enter the towers; small guided-visit fee may apply for interior access (approx. €3-€5)

The Torres dels Serrans are a pair of monumental medieval towers that once formed part of Valencia’s city walls and served as a principal northern gate. They are a surviving section of Valencia’s former defensive circuit and remain a prominent historic landmark in the city.

The structure comprises two massive flanking towers linked by a vaulted passage and was used for city defense and controlled access. Later in its history the gate complex has been used for ceremonial purposes and at times for civic functions rather than strictly military defense.

Built in the medieval period as part of Valencia’s fortifications, the towers have survived urban changes that removed much of the original wall. They have been conserved and are open to the public for visits and for views over the city’s old quarters and the Turia garden area.

Located at the northern edge of Valencia’s old town, the Torres dels Serrans stand near the former river course and the modern Turia park, within easy walking distance of central Valencia.

• Preservation: One of Valencia’s best-preserved medieval gates, with twin towers that frame the historic approach from the old riverbed area.

From Valencia city centre, walk northeast from Plaza de la Virgen (about 15-20 minutes) or take bus lines that stop along Calle Serranos. The towers are a 10-minute walk from the Torres de Quart and are accessible on foot within the Ciutat Vella (old town).

• Climb at opening time to avoid group tours and to enjoy quieter views over Valencia's old quarter.
• Stand on top and look inland - the tower's defensive crenellations give a sense of how the Serrans controlled the road north to Aragón.
• Visit the nearby Plaza de los Fueros and the Serranos market stalls for ceramics and local crafts.