Lunches:
There are several restaurants at the main campus and nearby buildings (crossing the main street where the bus stop is located). Fixed-price meals composed of a starter, main dish, dessert, bread and drink are offered at prices between 5.20-5.50 euros”. Coffee places are also available in those restaurants.
Bikes:
A large network of bike roads connects virtually every place in the town. A public system is available providing a credit card. Look for bike stations in most street crossings. In addition, private bike rent shops have expanded a lot in the last few years, and a bike can be rented for a whole day for an amount between 10-15 euros. Ask Diego Rubiera-Garcia for more details ;-)
The city of Valencia:
The old Turia riverbed is now a flourishing walking place, where you can go for a ride, a walk, or simply to enjoy the day. Don’t miss it!
The closest beach is “La Malvarosa”, roughly 5 kilometers from downtown. We suggest you to take a bus (check the bus website for lines and stops) or to hire a bike to get there and enjoy the nice walk, the views and the warm water (warm relative to the Atlantic!).
Paella is a traditional Valencian dish known worldwide. Make sure not to fall into a “tourist trap” in terms of quality/price, specially in the downtown area. Check a trustworthy website or ask someone in the LOC regarding nice places for paellas.