Sports

Valencia moves — and so will you. This city isn't just about paella and sunsets. It’s also about morning jogs in the Turia park, pickup games on beach courts, and sunset surfing sessions. If you're looking to sweat, stretch, train, or just play — you’re in the right place.

Locals love their outdoor lifestyle, and you’ll feel it instantly. You’ll find free calisthenics zones under palm trees, football goals on public fields, and cyclists flowing through the city like water. And the best part? Most of it is open to everyone — no membership required.

This guide is your ticket into the action. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, solo or in a group — here's where to train like a local and feel the pulse of the city through movement.

What You'll Find

• ⚽ Community football pitches and pickup games by the beach
• 🏋️‍♀️ Open-air gyms, pull-up bars, and fitness trails
• 🏄 Surf schools and rental shops for boards and wetsuits
• 🚴 City bike rentals and long-distance cycling routes
• 🏐 Beach volleyball courts with social matches almost daily

Free, Fun, and Flowing

You don’t need a gym card to get fit here. Many of Valencia’s best sports spots are free and waiting. Bring a bottle of water, some sunscreen, and that “I might join in” attitude. The rest will come naturally.

The Valencia Link Take

We ran, swam, biked, kicked, climbed, and stretched across this city — and we’d do it again. Our recommendations are based on real sessions, real people, and real places. This is sports in Valencia: spontaneous, social, and seriously fun.