Olhöps Craft Beer House

Olhöps Craft Beer House is one of the pioneers of Valencia's craft beer scene and a favourite with beer lovers in Ruzafa. It has been pouring since 2014, and its clean, Nordic-inspired design makes a change from the traditional Spanish bar. The focus is entirely on the beer, and the staff know their subject well.

There are ten taps that rotate regularly, so the line-up changes from week to week, plus a fridge of more than 100 bottled and canned beers, so there is a wide range of styles to explore. If you are unsure, ask for a recommendation or a taste before you order; the staff are used to guiding newcomers.

Olhöps does not have its own kitchen, and it lets customers bring their own dinner, which is unusual and very practical in a neighbourhood full of takeaway options. Picking up food on the way and settling in for an evening of tasting is a popular approach. The bar opens at 18:30 every day, closing at 23:30 from Sunday to Thursday and at 01:30 on Fridays and Saturdays, according to the tourism office listing. The atmosphere is relaxed rather than rowdy, and it is a comfortable place for a conversation.

It suits beer enthusiasts, small groups of friends and solo travellers, and it makes a good alternative to the cocktail bars and clubs of the old town. Prices are typical for craft beer. Holders of the Valencia Tourist Card can get a discount, so bring it along if you have one. Because the taps rotate, regulars come back often, and if you find a beer you like it is worth asking whether it is available in cans to take away, as the selection changes quickly.

Calle Sueca is one of the main streets of Ruzafa, the lively neighbourhood south of the Estació del Nord known for its independent shops, cafés, restaurants and bars. The Ruzafa market is a few blocks away, and the Plaza del Ayuntamiento is about 15 minutes' walk to the north. Combine a visit with dinner or a bar crawl around Ruzafa, which is busy most evenings and especially at weekends.