Parroquia de San Nicolás de Bari y San Pedro Mártir
Parroquia de San Nicolás de Bari y San Pedro Mártir
Parroquia de San Nicolás de Bari y San Pedro Mártir
4.5
10:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Tuesday
10:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Friday
10:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Saturday
10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Sunday
1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
About
Conocida como la "Capilla Sixtina valenciana”, San Nicolás es uno de los templos más atractivos de la ciudad, con cerca de 2.000 metros cuadrados de pinturas al fresco perfectamente rehabilitadas que dejan al visitante sin aliento. Las espectaculares pinturas que decoran la bóveda suponen el doble de superficie que los frescos que hay en la Capilla Sixtina de Roma. Con más de 700 años de antigüedad, San Nicolás, que ya fue lugar de culto en época romana antes de ser mezquita e iglesia cristiana después, es un claro ejemplo de convivencia perfecta entre un templo de estructura gótica y una espléndida decoración barroca. La visita, gestionada por Menta Valencia, es toda una experiencia sensorial que permite recorrer este espacio tanto con guías especializados como de forma más independiente con el uso de audioguías en varios idiomas.
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- Mark DLagoa, Portugal304 contributionsA good stop in ValenciaThis church is a bit pricey for spending such a short time there, but it contains a great deal of history and artifacts. This attraction did have many people inside, I am assuming it is a stop for cruisers. Try to go on days when ships are not in port!Visited October 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten October 25, 2023
- IAN DWigan, United Kingdom25,853 contributionsValencia Sistine chapelHaving visited the Sistine chapel in Rome I have to say I prefer St Nicholas. The decor is a sight to behold and words will never do it justice. The craftsmanship is beyond comprehension and how long it must have taken is staggering. This was my favourite attraction in the city. The entrance is round the back of the church and not in the plazaVisited November 2023Traveled soloWritten November 14, 2023
- HelenaTallinn, Estonia13 contributionsA golden visit in ValenciaA bit expensive, but for that everything was very well organized and you got a very informative audio guide with the ticket. The line seemed long at first, but it moved pretty quickly. Of course, it is worth buying a ticket in advance, because they have priority when entering.Visited April 2024Traveled soloWritten May 28, 2024
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Jip79
Doha, Qatar564 contributions
Jun 2021
We bought the combined ticket for EUR8 which was a better deal for entry to this San Nicholas church, the silk museum and the Santos Juanes church. We were at the Sontos Juanes church earlier but entrance was free at the moment due to restoration works. The church had a good audio guide that can be scanned to a mobile phone and should take around 45 minutes. The place had impressive frescos and decent looking stained glass windows.
Written June 24, 2021
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digitalroc
Calgary, Canada2,064 contributions
May 2023 • Solo
I heard about the cathedral from a person that was in our tour group, stating that it was called the Valencian “Sistine Chapel”. The San Nicholas Cathedral main entrance door was difficult to find, I saw a few tourists just give up when they couldn’t find the door. The entrance fee was 10 euros, and this attraction was worth the price! The paintings on the ceiling were absolutely magnificent! The church was constructed in the 13th century, remodelled in Gothic style in the 15th century, and in the 17th century, the interior was recoated with Baroque decoration and fresco paintings of scenes of the life of Saint Nicholas and Saint Peter Martyr.
Written July 21, 2023
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Ev/Tara
38 contributions
Oct 2021
Incredible how among this old historic city, with the busy streets, merchants, & tourists you find a sanctuary of comfort. I was lucky it was part of my walking tour with guide Inga. A wonderful experience and spiritual. Loved it.
Written October 27, 2021
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Roberto D
57 contributions
Jan 2020
You don't have to be a lover of baroque to understand the beauty of San Nicolas. Simply overwhelming.
If Valencia had only this church (and the good food and friendly people) it would be worth a weekend trip all by itself.
If interested in "old" churches and religious art, book the Holy Grail tour with the tourist office: S.Juan del Hospital/Cathedral/S.Nicolas (and the restaurant for crashing afterwards).
If Valencia had only this church (and the good food and friendly people) it would be worth a weekend trip all by itself.
If interested in "old" churches and religious art, book the Holy Grail tour with the tourist office: S.Juan del Hospital/Cathedral/S.Nicolas (and the restaurant for crashing afterwards).
Written January 19, 2020
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Mark D
Lagoa, Portugal304 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
This church is a bit pricey for spending such a short time there, but it contains a great deal of history and artifacts. This attraction did have many people inside, I am assuming it is a stop for cruisers. Try to go on days when ships are not in port!
Written October 25, 2023
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MariaS0raya
Greece502 contributions
Mar 2022
The Church of San Nicolás de Bari y San Pedro Mártir is the most impressive church in Valencia.It was erected in 1242 and remodeled several times with different styles like Valencian Gothic, Neo-Gothic and Baroque.
After the remarkable restoration from 2012 to 2016, all those frescoes has been restored to their colourful former glory. I believe is a must-see for anyone visiting the historic center of Valencia.
Open daily except Mondays.
After the remarkable restoration from 2012 to 2016, all those frescoes has been restored to their colourful former glory. I believe is a must-see for anyone visiting the historic center of Valencia.
Open daily except Mondays.
Written May 22, 2022
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IAN D
Wigan, UK25,853 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
Having visited the Sistine chapel in Rome I have to say I prefer St Nicholas. The decor is a sight to behold and words will never do it justice. The craftsmanship is beyond comprehension and how long it must have taken is staggering.
This was my favourite attraction in the city. The entrance is round the back of the church and not in the plaza
This was my favourite attraction in the city. The entrance is round the back of the church and not in the plaza
Written November 14, 2023
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Helena
Tallinn, Estonia13 contributions
Apr 2024 • Solo
A bit expensive, but for that everything was very well organized and you got a very informative audio guide with the ticket.
The line seemed long at first, but it moved pretty quickly. Of course, it is worth buying a ticket in advance, because they have priority when entering.
The line seemed long at first, but it moved pretty quickly. Of course, it is worth buying a ticket in advance, because they have priority when entering.
Written May 28, 2024
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Sven Ö
Västerås, Sweden495 contributions
Feb 2023
You really need to visit this incredibly decorated church. It's amazing to see in all its glory. The audio guide included in the ticket was a good companion as well.
It's also a perfect example of Catholic misuse of money through history,
It's also a perfect example of Catholic misuse of money through history,
Written February 14, 2023
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SanElle
Emmen, The Netherlands39 contributions
Oct 2021
It is true that the ceilings are beautiful, the colors and the natural aspects are amazing. Just go and take the QR code explanation on your own smartphone, works perfectly. Pictures allowed, without flash (not needed anyway)
Written November 4, 2021
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Is this church easy to get to from the cruise terminal?
Written February 17, 2020
We walked from the cruise ship area and it took about 45 minutes at a reasonable pace. Taxi is good and readily available or the tram but the walk is much better through the town.
Written February 18, 2020
Según, por tu cuenta puedes hacerla en media hora. No dejes de visitar su subterráneo
Written October 23, 2019
Hello, sorry for the late answer. No unfortunately it is not free, i think it was something about 7 or 8 Euro, Audio guide included
Written May 5, 2020
Se puede visitar todos los días en todos los horarios ? Y cuanto cuesta la entrada?
Written February 13, 2018
INVIERNO. De octubre a junio
Los lunes no hay visita turística.
De martes a viernes: de 10:30 a 19 h.
Sábados: de 10:30 a 18:30 h.
Domingos: de 13:00 a 20:00 h.
VERANO. De julio a septiembre
Los lunes no hay visita turística.
De martes a viernes: de 10:30 a 21:00 h.
Sábados: de 10: 30 a 19:30 h.
Domingos: de 11:30 a 21:00
Written February 14, 2018
The brochure that I got from there in November says:
"Monday no tourist visit
Tuesday - Friday: 11,00 - 19,00 h.
Saturday: 11,30 - 18,30 h.
Sunday: 13,00 - 19,00 h.
Tourist visits are not allowed during hours of worship."
Written December 2, 2016
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