Godella

With its flat agricultural land speckled with traditional farmhouses, Godella paints a pretty picture. Discover everything to see and do when you’re next in the town.

Godella is so close to València city that there’s no excuse not to visit. A quintessential town of the Horta Nord, Godella has plenty of historic sites to see, landscapes to explore and traditions to experience. Discover everything to see and do during your time in Godella. 

What to see in Godella

A good place to start your exploration of the town is in the historic centre. Here you can visit San Bartolomé, a Baroque church that is home to a small and beautiful Gothic chapel that is dedicated to Christ. You can reach the church by walking the traditional streets lined with houses dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries. 

You can also still see a beautiful turret that used to belong to Casa Palacio de los Boïl and an old gate that was once part of the 15th century castle, which is currently a school. The agricultural land, known as the huerta, defines life in Godella and as such you simply have to take a look at it from balcón de la huerta, a viewing point where you can see a restored mill and Real Acequia de Moncada.

In the heart of the town make sure you visit El Salvador chapel, gazing at what were once the summer residences belonging to people living in València along the way. Many of these villas are Modernist in style. 

Defined by the plains of the huerta, Godella is an ideal place to do some cycling. Hop on your saddle and pedal among fields filled with seasonal crops and orange trees with views of pine woods in the background. If you’re in the mood for some culture, you could also visit the town’s museums, namely Espai Alfaro, Casa Museo de Ignacio Pinazo and Museo Etnológico.

You can also experience some Valencian traditions during your time in Godella. For instance, you could esmorçar (brunch) in one of the many bars or restaurants in the town or taste the traditional pastries made by the nuns at Iesu Communio convent. There’s no shortage of things to do in Godella. Come and visit this lively part of Horta Nord to experience its many wonders.