The Valencia center is around 1 mile northwest of Six Flags Magic Mountain and Six Flags Hurricane Harbor and 2 miles northwest of Valencia Country Club.
When your travel itinerary includes lots of sunshine, set your course for Valencia. The city receives around 280 days of solar rays each year and only about 30 days with significant rainfall. Summertime high temperatures reach the mid-90s mark, while winter lows average around 36 degrees. Humidity can make or break a summertime getaway vacation or business trip. The U.S. average is 44 out of 100 and Valencia is a little over that rating at 46 out of 100.
The best time to visit Valencia is April and May when the temperatures are moderate and the summer crowds haven't yet arrived.
During the summer, the theme parks are busy and crowded with visitors from around the world. Expect long lines and wait times at these attractions. Hotel rates can also be higher and reservations harder to come by if you haven't booked well in advance.
During the months of November through March expect to see frequent rain with temperatures dipping during the winter months and becoming warmer as the summer months get closer.
Best Western Valencia Inn offers a relaxing respite while traveling on business, leisure, or special events. The hotel is close to area attractions, golfing, beaches, and water activities such as boating and fishing. Guest rooms are designed for comfort and feature satellite TV and complimentary Wi-Fi. Fuel each day with a complimentary continental breakfast, take a dip in the heated pool, unwind in the hot tub, or take advantage of the 24-hour exercise room. An around-the-clock business center is available when you need it. Best Western Valencia Inn has a 10.0/10 group friendly score and groups have averaged 11 percent in savings.
The Holiday Inn Express® Hotel & Suites Santa Clarita is one of Valencia's prime destinations especially for business and group travelers that average 11.0 percent in savings at the 7.9/10 group friendly rated hotel. Guests have access to the business center 24 hours a day, and internet access is available in each suite and guest room. Guest comfort and convenience is the goal with many amenities such as a mini-refrigerator, coffee maker, microwave, work desk, and cable TV. A complimentary buffet breakfast and morning newspaper will start each day just right. Guests also have access to an outdoor pool, fitness center, self-service laundry, and ATM.
Hyatt Regency Valencia takes the stress out of business or leisure travel with its convenient location near Universal Studios Hollywood, Six Flags Magic Mountain, golf courses, shopping, dining, and points of interest. Guest rooms and suites are bright and cheery with contemporary furnishings and accessories, TV, coffee maker, complimentary newspaper and high-speed internet. Enjoy happy hour and small bites each day from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. or savor the flavor of a full meal at the Vines Restaurant & Bar with an intimate dinner beside the patio fireplace. A sparkling heated pool and 24-hour fitness facility add the finishing touch to each day.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Valencia is a trusted name in hotel accommodations providing exemplary service and complete guest satisfaction. Located just 45 minutes from downtown Los Angeles, travelers have access to multiple attractions, recreational areas, and shopping venues. Each night, relax in a spacious two-room suite with separate bedroom, sleeper sofa, two TVs, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Rooms also feature a refrigerator, coffee maker, and microwave. Relax in the hotel's atrium, unwind in the whirlpool, exercise regimen at the fitness center, or swim a few laps in the outdoor pool. Each morning, start your day with a complimentary breakfast, and at the Evening Reception, enjoy cocktails and snacks.
You'll be in theme park heaven when visiting Valencia with Six Flags Magic Mountain and Six Flags Hurricane Harbor providing endless hours of rides, shows, and entertainment. You can expand your theme park fun with a visit to Universal Studios Hollywood or make the trip to Disneyland about an hour's drive away. Knott's Berry Farm is also a great place to visit and it's only a little over an hour away.
Book tee time at Vista Valencia Golf Course for a round of golf on the 18-hole, par 61 or 9-hole, par 3 courses. At Robinson Ranch Golf Club nestled among the beauty of the Angeles National Forest, show your golfing techniques on the 18-hole course.
Castaic Lake State Recreation Area features 11,000 acres of land and water and the 425-foot tall Castaic Dam and two lakes for seasonal water activities. The Lower Lake is available for canoeing, kayaking, tubing, designated beach, launch areas, and picnic tables. The Upper Lake has two boat launches and allows jet skiing, fishing, and power boating.
After a day of doing business or exploring the area, there's nothing like a taste of the great to reinvigorate your senses. At Pulchella Winery, located in the historic arts district, sit back and enjoy the sampling available at the tasting room.
Having a picnic is a relaxing way to spend the day and Valencia has several parks that can make it happen. Valencia Glen Park, Valencia Heritage Park, Valencia North Park, and Valencia Meadows Park each have picnic areas and restrooms. Some are equipped with barbecue grills, tennis courts, and a swimming pool.
Less than an hour's drive away, you can check out the stars at the Griffith Observatory. Peer through telescopes at the universe beyond, explore the many exhibits and enjoy the entertaining and education shows at the Samuel Oschin Planetarium.
Going to the zoo is both fun and educational as visitors get an up-close view of an amazing group of over 1,000 animals at the Los Angeles Zoo.
With its comfortable year-round temperatures, convenience to downtown Los Angeles, and a variety of indoor and outdoor attractions, it's easy to plan a fun-filled itinerary while visiting Valencia.
Whether your day is spent at a major theme park or you're hiking, biking, and exploring trails, Valencia has plenty to offer all ages morning, noon, and night.
Below are reviews of the city of Valencia, CA from an actual visitor's perspective.
We had plans to visit some family at a brewery that night but we've enjoyed restaurants and shops as well in the past.
The hiking trail
Very clean, pretty and quiet.
I loved Valencia, this street is great, liked your restaurant, kindred spirits next door, the mall, the area. Like the town!
Valencia is gorgeous!
Good choice of restaurants in walking distance. Variety of shopping experiences and well mapped out. Easily accessible for getting around.
Plenty of shopping and eateries. Roads in good condition.
Shopping and restaurants and ease in getting around, so much less traffic than LA
Very clean and not congested with easy access to the freeway.
Friendly, well maintained hotel with efficient access.
Valencia was a peaceful place. A variety of restaurants close by. Great location next to the 5 and near the 405.
Clean
Clean and quiet hotel.
Nice
The area around the hotel seemed clean and friendly.
We took our students to the Valencia Town Center Mall for dinner. There were plenty of economical options for our students to choose from. The location was beautiful upon arrival with the sparkling white lights and beautiful buildings.