El Mercat Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Central Market
Find a wide selection of regional fruits, vegetables, cheese, seafood and cured meats at this traditional 20th-century food market, one of the oldest in Europe.
Silk Exchange
Once the heart of a medieval oil and silk trading centre, this late-Gothic neighbourhood is a testament to Valencia’s prosperous mercantile history.
La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia
Learn about the local history of Valencia with a stop at La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Plaza Redonda
Experience the authentic character of Valencia at the handicraft shops, tapas bars and weekly market of this circular-shaped square.
City of Arts and Sciences
Experience 3-D movies, opera performances, science exhibits and an aquarium brimming with animals at this diverse arts and sciences complex.
Port of Valencia
Explore the waterfront in Valencia with a trip to Port of Valencia. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Valencia: Sailing Catamaran Cruise with Sunset Option and DJ
Albufera Valencia: Guided electric boat ride, also at sunset
Valencia: Port Saplaya Boat Tour with Free Drink & Swimming
Valencia City Highlights in Guided Bike or E-Bike Tour
Our pick of the best El Mercat Hotel Deals
Vincci Mercat Hotel
Perfect location in the center right by the famous central market, very friendly attentive staff, good rooms. Would defintely come back.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Valencia Luxury - Boutique Redonda
The property was a bit tricky to find, but thankfully the agent met us outside and took us through the check-in process, and it was much smoother than I expected. A Nice Apt in the heart of it all in Valencia's Historic Center. We walked to all the main attractions, and the area had everything we ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Room Mate Cosmo – City Centre, Valencia
The breakfast was great.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Senator Parque Central Hotel
Great room, very helpful staff, nice location (about 15 mins walk from central station)
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Only YOU Hotel Valencia
Clean room, great staff and great location. Only issue towels were rough and coffee machine didn’t work.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Hotel Primus Valencia
Superbe grande chambre propre et très confortable. Les chambres sont bien insonorisées Le service est rapide et courtois. Stationnement disponible ($) et petit déjeuner également (16 Euro). Le déjeuner est varié.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around El Mercat
Valencia City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Central Market to Silk Exchange – discover Valencia City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Ciutat Vella
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia to Silk Exchange – discover Ciutat Vella, a destination also famous for its shopping.
La Seu
If you're spending some time in La Seu, Plaza de la Virgen and Plaza de la Reina are top sights worth seeing.
Sant Francesc
While you're in Sant Francesc, take in top sights like Plaza del Ayuntamiento and jump on the metro at Colon Station to see more of the city.
La Xerea
If you're spending some time in La Xerea, Puerta del Mar and Turia Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
El Carme
El Carme is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Plaza del Carmen and Centre del Carme.
