Come and discover all the street-level terraces where you can savour València outdoors.

There’s one thing that never fails in València: the good weather. And with it, the urge to enjoy a terrace.

And if, on top of a fantastic climate all year round, you add great food — even better.

Whether you're after brunch, lunch, dinner, tapas or a cocktail, this city is made for living outdoors — and its terraces prove it.

Here's a neighbourhood-by-neighbourhood guide to discovering the best open-air restaurants in València.

Historic City Centre

Strolling through the centre of València without ending up eating or dining on a terrace is nearly impossible.

The range is as varied as it is tasty, and the views… a real treat!

And wait — there are plenty of terrace restaurants to choose from right in the heart of the city:

• Pasqual&Sheila: the best way to travel the world through your palate.
• Zumería Naturalia: juices, smoothies, crêpes, cakes, tapas... all on one menu.
• Le Marquis - SH Inglés: perfect for enjoying a wide variety of Mediterranean dishes and traditional Valencian rice.
• Borgia Winebar&Spirits: tapas, “coques” and sharing boards paired with fine wines, cavas and cocktails.
• Birlibirloque: vibrant spirit and creative cuisine with a focus on local products.
• Los Gómez San Vicente: a selection of rice dishes and paellas, plus top-quality Basque meats and fresh fish from València’s market.
• Gran Mercat: traditional tapas and dishes from Valencian and Spanish cuisine.
• Sagardi: authentic Basque cuisine, rooted in both land and sea.
• Bar-X: versatile and very appetising cuisine by Ricard Camarena.
• Hotel Vincci Mercat: traditional cuisine with a modern twist.
• Café de Las Horas: breakfast, cakes, vermouths, cocktails and a delightful baroque vibe.
• Portolito Centro: beautifully presented Mediterranean cuisine with hints of global flavour.
• SH Colón: a menu where tradition meets innovation with local produce and well-executed dishes.

And if you’re all about rooftop views without missing out on the terrace experience, check out the city’s top rooftops.

In the city centre, you’ll find everything from the elegant style of Las Tenerías and La Perfumería to the cool views at Atenea Sky, plus top rice dishes at El Mirador de Only YOU.

Ruzafa and Ensanche

Ruzafa is one of the liveliest — and tastiest — neighbourhoods in the city. Its terraces are designed for great meals or drinks right at street level, like at 2 Estaciones, where you’ll find seasonal, creative cuisine with a unique identity.

This area also features charming rooftops. At Palacio Santa Clara you can have breakfast, lunch or cocktails under the Valencian sky at one of the city’s most elegant rooftops.

City of Arts and Sciences

València’s most futuristic district also offers terraces where you can lose track of time and enjoy outstanding cuisine.

Here are some options:

• The Westin – El Jardí: local and international dishes in a garden setting where everything tastes better — from tea to wine.
• Contrapunto Les Arts: a menu that balances tradition and creativity with top-quality ingredients.
• Bar Tonyina: signature tapas with a cheeky twist. Don’t miss the octopus croquette, pork jowl “bikini” sandwich and Perelló tomato — they’re legendary.
• A tu gusto: market cuisine with carefully prepared dishes, great presentation and even better flavour.

And rooftops are not in short supply here either. From the panoramic sophistication of Sky 270° to the sustainable and flavourful approach of Umániko Aqua, both offer views of l’Hemisfèric.

Beach and Marina area

Everything around the Marina area has a Mediterranean flavour — and even more so from beachfront terraces. Take a look, there’s plenty to choose from:

• Tridente: traditional Valencian cuisine with extra care in the details.
• Portolito Playa: Mediterranean cuisine based on rice dishes, fideuàs and seafood flavours.
• La Mar by Portolito: grill, vegetables and seafood combined in a menu that captures the essence of the Mediterranean.
• The Front: Mediterranean food with music in the background.

And if you want, you can also enjoy the beach from above at Sabbia or Veles e Vents.

Terraces outside the city centre

Gastronomy is also celebrated intensely on terraces in neighbourhoods or nearby towns beyond the city centre.

Take a look — you’ll find delicious options:

• Villa Indiano in Burjassot: an urban farmhouse offering Valencian cuisine made with seasonal products and a spacious, cosy inner courtyard terrace.
• Racó de l'Arnau in Campanar: fine Valencian cuisine featuring the best rice dishes, Galician meats and fresh market seafood, all at street level.
• Meraki in Puebla de Farnals: Mediterranean cuisine, sushi and cocktails on a rooftop with sea views — the perfect plan for a different kind of evening.

Bonus: two horchaterías with terraces you shouldn’t miss

If you're more about traditional snacks and sweet treats, València has terraces for that too.

• Horchatería Daniel in Alboraya and in Mercado de Colón: natural horchata, homemade “fartons”, ice cream and artisanal pastries.
• Horchatería Panach in Alboraya: family atmosphere, traditional décor, fresh horchata and delicious ice cream sundaes.

And that’s the terrace guide to València

Your excuse to pick a terrace in València? Maybe it’s a paella worth remembering, a creative tapa, or simply the joy of dining outdoors — the way it should be.

And while you’re at it, don’t forget to raise a glass with an authentic Agua de València or discover a liquid gem at one of the city’s best cocktail bars, like Café Madrid or Maison Lupin.

As you can see, this guide has everything you need to enjoy with the Mediterranean breeze in the background.

Now comes the hard part: which of these terrace restaurants in València will you visit first?