Valencia Cathedral + Borgia Legacy Tour

During this guided tour of the Borgia family in Valencia, visit the cathedral and uncover the legacy of this influential family, which held the papacy twice.

Valencia Cathedral + Borgia Legacy Tour

We'll begin the tour at the indicated time at Manises Square, located in front of the Palace of the Generalitat.

After a brief introduction, our route through the city will explore the Borgia Legacy. This family, originally from Borja in Zaragoza, settled in Jativa and Gandia. We'll observe their influence across various cities leading to Valencia.

Throughout the guided tour, we'll stop at various churches and palaces to appreciate their architecture and the symbols of the Borgia family. The Borgia family owned an extensive art collection, including the Holy Grail, which we will explore during our visit to the Valencia Cathedral.

Inside the cathedral, we'll delve into the Borgia family's connection to the church, highlighting two popes: Calixtus III and Alexander VI.

After 2.5 hours, our tour will conclude at St. Lawrence Square, home of the current Valencian Parliament within the Palace of Benicarló, a property once owned by the Borgia family.