El Mercat
![Old Town - City Centre showing a park, heritage architecture and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/57000/57142-Valencia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Popular places to visit
Central Market
Shop for local fruits, vegetables, cheeses and cured meats, and watch local market traders at work in one of Europe’s oldest food markets.
Silk Exchange
Admire the late-Gothic architecture of the buildings that were once the center of Valencia’s thriving oil and silk trade.
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.
Oceanogràfic Aquarium
Explore this spectacular indoor-outdoor aquarium, home to innovative exhibits and more than 500 different marine species.
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.
Things to do
Valenca's greatest Food, History & Culture Tour
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Top hotels in El Mercat
![Cosy Rooms Bolsería](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5070000/5065600/5065558/ab2c4a07_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024
![Vincci Mercat Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9690000/9684300/9684281/0214d797_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2024
![Hotel Turia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/891800/891728/6b620aaa_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024
![Hotel Primus Valencia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1690000/1682600/1682538/5be2e4b9_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024
![Barcelo Valencia Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1376300/1376275/6325faab_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024
![Hotel ILUNION Valencia 3](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/1000000/994300/994273/292feb4c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around El Mercat
![Valencia City Centre which includes heritage architecture, château or palace and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/69000/69181-Old-Town-City-Centre.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Valencia City Centre featuring heritage architecture, bird life and a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/57000/57142-Valencia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Plaza de la Reina showing street scenes, modern architecture and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/36000/36586-Plaza-De-La-Reina.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
La Seu
If you're spending some time in La Seu, Plaza de la Virgen and Valencia Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.
![Valencia featuring zoo animals and land animals](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/57000/57148-Valencia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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El Carme
El Carme is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Plaza del Carmen and Serranos Towers.
![Valencia Botanical Gardens featuring a garden and forests](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/57000/57374-Valencia-Botanical-Gardens.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Extramurs
Shopping, historical sites and restaurants highlight some notable features of Extramurs. Make a stop by Valencia Botanical Gardens or Turia Gardens while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Angel Guimera Station or Pl. Espanya Station to get around town.
- Central Market
- Silk Exchange
- Malvarrosa Beach
- Oceanogràfic Aquarium
- City of Arts and Sciences
- Bioparc Valencia Zoo
- Circuit Ricardo Tormo
- Feria Valencia
- Plaza del Ayuntamiento
- Mestalla Stadium
- Plaza de la Reina
- Plaza de la Virgen
- Albufera Natural Park
- Turia Gardens
- Pinedo Beach
- Aqua Shopping Center
- El Perellonet Beach