The first machines began breaking ground in the Turianova neighbourhood—located south of Valencia, Spain—early in 2026. The 76,753-square-metre plot, strategically situated in one of the city’s key expansion zones, is being prepared to host a commercial and tourism complex. With an investment of nearly €500 million, the project—named Infinity—is set to open in 2028 and aims to become the largest shopping centre in Valencia and one of the most ambitious in the country.
Ownership of the project changed hands in the summer of 2025 when General de Galerías Comerciales—a company owned by Murcian businessman Tomás Olivo, ranked by Forbes as the sixth-wealthiest person in Spain—acquired it from developer AQ Acentor for approximately €60 million. General de Galerías Comerciales, which currently manages 13 shopping centres in Spain, therefore brings solid financial backing and proven expertise to the project.
A concept that goes beyond the traditional shopping centre
However, Infinity will not be a run-of-the-mill shopping mall. The vision—as described by Olivo and reported by the local newspaper *Valencia Extra*—is to create a “functional, comfortable, and attractive” space. It aims to appeal not only to customers in the immediate Turianova area but also to a broader audience at both the regional and national levels. With a gross leasable area of 92,000 m², the centre will house over 240 stores—a figure that surpasses the scale of other major shopping centres in the city’s metropolitan area.
Yet, what truly sets this project apart is its strong emphasis on leisure and the visitor experience. Planned attractions include a climbing wall, a space for action sports and urban acrobatics, virtual reality zones, escape rooms, a dedicated area for video game enthusiasts, cinemas, a gym, and a family entertainment centre. Although a wave pool was part of the initial proposal, its final inclusion will depend on its year-round viability. Infinity also consciously aims to break away from the traditional model in terms of design and architecture. Short circulation paths, spacious galleries bathed in natural light, and a layout that facilitates the movement of both customers and staff are among its distinctive features.
A comprehensive destination with accommodation and dining
Infinity will also feature nearly 20,000 m² of commercial-use land, partly allocated for the construction of a hotel. This addition reinforces its status as an all-encompassing destination—a residential and commercial complex combining retail, dining, and tourist accommodation. Infinity will also cater to diverse culinary tastes through an extensive dining area. Options ranging from fast food to more sophisticated offerings—including international cuisine and concepts tailored to various customer profiles—will be available on-site. This blend of retail, leisure, dining, and accommodation makes Infinity a place where visitors can spend the entire day without ever needing to leave the complex.
Economic and urban impact
Projections regarding economic and social impact estimate the creation of approximately 6,000 direct jobs and nearly 3,000 indirect ones. Undoubtedly, these forecasts position this commercial, residential, and tourist destination as one of the city’s private projects with the greatest job-creation potential. The complex will also feature a multi-story car park with around 4,000 spaces to accommodate high volumes of daily vehicles and visitors, thereby cementing its role as a regional and national destination rather than merely a local neighbourhood one.
Sources: Valencia Extra 1, Valenca Extra 2, Valencia Extra 3, El Periódico de Aquí.
Images: AQ Acentor.
