Title: El Mercat Travel Guide: Best of El Mercat, Valencia Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in El Mercat](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Mercat-Hotels.d553248635976399659.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Valencia](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Valencia.d3713.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Valencia](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Valencia.d3713.Travel-Guide-Activities)[El Mercat Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-El-Mercat.d553248635976399659.Car-Hire-Guide)[El Mercat Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/El-Mercat.d553248635976399659.Holidays-City-Breaks) # El Mercat Travel Guide ## Valencia ![The primitive church of Sant Joan Mercat was erected in the suburb of the city known as the Boatella. From its old Gothic structure there is still the nave and the large blind oculus, known as "La O de Sant Joan", which was conceived as a large rosette on the façade of the feet. In 1592 the church suffered a spectacular fire that forced an almost total reconstruction throughout the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. It stands out for the infrequent the wide façade of the Market, conceived as a grandiose stone altarpiece on a terrace that dominates the square in front of the Lonja, forming a unique urban set. It is presided by the sculpture of the Virgin of the Rosary, work in stucco by Jacopo Bertesi, and on it stands the clock tower, flanked by the two Santos Juanes and crowned by the famous "Pardal de Sant Joan", the weather vane to which -according to tradition- was made to look at the children when their humble parents abandoned them in the square. In the lower part of the terrace there are "les covetes de Sant Joan", semi-basements in which once were junkyards and old shops, part of the living history of Valencia. The interior of the temple is an overflowing Baroque imagination, with statues of Bertesi representing characters of the Twelve Tribes of Israel, and especially the set of frescoes that Antonio Palomino executed in the vault.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3713/368f85ad-ef53-4f55-a82b-f912ece405bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The primitive church of Sant Joan Mercat was erected in the suburb of the city known as the Boatella. From its old Gothic structure there is still the nave and the large blind oculus, known as "La O de Sant Joan", which was conceived as a large rosette on the façade of the feet. In 1592 the church suffered a spectacular fire that forced an almost total reconstruction throughout the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. It stands out for the infrequent the wide façade of the Market, conceived as a grandiose stone altarpiece on a terrace that dominates the square in front of the Lonja, forming a unique urban set. It is presided by the sculpture of the Virgin of the Rosary, work in stucco by Jacopo Bertesi, and on it stands the clock tower, flanked by the two Santos Juanes and crowned by the famous "Pardal de Sant Joan", the weather vane to which -according to tradition- was made to look at the children when their humble parents abandoned them in the square. In the lower part of the terrace there are "les covetes de Sant Joan", semi-basements in which once were junkyards and old shops, part of the living history of Valencia. The interior of the temple is an overflowing Baroque imagination, with statues of Bertesi representing characters of the Twelve Tribes of Israel, and especially the set of frescoes that Antonio Palomino executed in the vault.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3713/368f85ad-ef53-4f55-a82b-f912ece405bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Every building has uniqueness in its own here.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3713/547fe7f1-d56a-455e-a3b8-df5d14330870.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![With this endless summer we're having, any corner of the city seems a perfect place to rest and get your strength back! ☀️ ☀️☀️ What about this one?👆🏼👆🏼 The "Santos Juanes" church, in the market square. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Con este verano interminable que tenemos, cualquier rincón de la ciudad es perfecto para reponer fuerzas. ☀️☀️☀️ ¿Qué os parece este?👆🏼👆🏼 La Iglesia de los Santos Juanes, en la plaza del mercado.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3713/35834027-a2dd-4bba-9e93-86a9768d4f9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![All to be burned. Las Fallas de Valencia. Festival](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3713/05b10898-0b5f-41e0-ba8a-83565f760768.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit El Mercat Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Valencia travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Valencia.dx3713) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Central Market featuring a city, street scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6067065/f9b34ee4-3e1b-4959-b306-873250253f7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Central Market 4.5/5(285 reviews) Shop for local fruits, vegetables, cheeses and cured meats, and watch local market traders at work in one of Europe’s oldest food markets. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Market-Valencia-City-Centre.d6067065.Attraction) ![La Lonja showing a city and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160501/6e0bb41c-cd31-4c6c-92e1-34fcb1019ef4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Silk Exchange 4.5/5(96 reviews) Admire the late-Gothic architecture of the buildings that were once the center of Valencia’s thriving oil and silk trade. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Silk-Exchange-Valencia-City-Centre.d6160501.Attraction) ![The "Lonja" was built in the 15th century in the Gothic style. 👆🏼Here👆🏼, the Trading Hall where merchants from all over the 🌎 closed their deals. They traded all sort of goods, but mainly silk, lots of silk!! It was conceived as a temple dedicated to the noble art of trading and symbolized paradise. The vaults represent the sky (they were even painted in blue with golden ⭐⭐️️). See all those columns? They are 17 mt high and do also have a meaning. Hint: 🌴. ✨BONUS✨: on Sundays and public holidays the entrance is FREE!! Yay! (Price: EUR 2) ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• La Lonja se construyó en el siglo XV y es de estilo gótico. 👆🏼Esta👆🏼, es la Sala de Contratación y aquí, comerciantes venidos de todo el 🌎 cerraban sus tratos. Intercambiaban todo tipo de productos, sobre todo seda, ¡mucha seda! Se diseñó como un templo al comercio que simbolizaba el paraíso. Las bóvedas representan el cielo (antes, hasta estaban pintadas de azul con ⭐️⭐️ doradas). Y, ¿veis todas esas columnas? Miden 17 metros y también tienen su significado. ¿A qué os recuerdan? Pista: 🌴. ✨BONUS✨: los domingos y festivos la entrada es ¡GRATIS!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3713/b00ffe5b-3ff0-4d83-874b-9af94af9d82b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia 4.5/5(3 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/La-Lonja-De-La-Seda-De-Valencia-Valencia.d553248621532487865.Attraction) ![Plaza Redonda featuring markets and a fountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532487840/e74da8be-8139-4c2c-b6c8-f63de5ff145b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Plaza Redonda Experience the authentic character of Valencia at the handicraft shops, tapas bars and weekly market of this circular-shaped square. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Plaza-Redonda-Valencia.d553248621532487840.Attraction) ![City of Arts and Sciences showing modern architecture and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6067055/f8badeb5-46c2-4947-b50b-2636e275a0b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### City of Arts and Sciences 4.5/5(194 reviews) Watch an opera performance, visit an interactive science museum and spot 500 species of marine life at this multipurpose cultural and entertainment complex. [](https://expedia.co.uk/City-Of-Arts-And-Sciences-Quatre-Carreres.d6185710.Attraction) ![Malvarrosa Beach which includes a sandy beach, a city and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160800/cdd0505a-9463-4f9e-9d14-c4203f3ab286.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Malvarrosa Beach 4.5/5(189 reviews) Swim in the warm Mediterranean Sea, stroll along the promenade and dine along the waterfront at one of Valencia’s most popular urban beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Malvarrosa-Beach-Poblats-Maritims.d6160800.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Intimate Candlelit Dining in 11th Century Historic Monument](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1119197/91d059fb-c4b4-4d2f-8dae-1e459102e90d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Valencia Old Town Tour with Wine & Tapas in 11th Century Historic Monument £69 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/valencia-old-town-tour-with-wine-tapas-in-11th-century-historic-monument.a1119197.activity-details) ![Valencia: Cathedral, St Nicholas, and Lonja de la Seda Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45027526/f4a62350-701b-4fc0-94da-f9bd74b02a7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Valencia: Cathedral, St Nicholas, and Lonja de la Seda Tour £36 per adult **74%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/valencia-cathedral.a45027526.activity-details) ![Valencia's Historic Centre](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1154300/8ac50459-ca3d-4990-8a9f-c11e7950e36d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Albir, Altea, Benidorm & Calpe: Valencia City Excursion £34 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-albir.a1154300.activity-details) ![Picture 4 for Activity Valencia: Catamaran Cruise with Sunset Option](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5046722/5e039369-98eb-44d8-a052-22376eb07149.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Valencia: Sailing Catamaran Cruise with Sunset Option and DJ £13 per adult **82%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/valencia-sailing-catamaran-cruise-with-sunset-option-and-dj.a5046722.activity-details) ![From Valencia: Official Albufera Tour with Boat & Barraca](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46268341/40396987-de55-4601-a0c1-a1137570a423.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Valencia: Albufera Natural Park Eco Boat Tour & Sunset £47 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-valencia-albufera-natural-park-eco-boat-tour-sunset.a46268341.activity-details) ![Valencia: 2-Hour Private Boat Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45663012/67253f09-a02c-4d01-9df5-43a9a548b6f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Valencia: 2-Hour Private Boat Cruise £26 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/valencia-2-hour-private-boat-cruise.a45663012.activity-details) [See all activities in Valencia](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Valencia.d3713.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in El Mercat ![Vincci Mercat Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9690000/9684300/9684281/79b1bfe8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Vincci Mercat Hotel C/ de la Llanterna, 31 Valencia Valencia £123 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews) We were welcomed and helped from the moment we arrived by the courteous staff. We were upgraded to a room with a ginormous bed. Bit too big for the room, really, but not a problem. One or two minor things weren’t in top condition, like the tissue dispenser in the bathroom and the dodgy plug. BUT, ... Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=9684281&PinnedHotelID=9684281&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399659) ![Hotel Primus Valencia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1690000/1682600/1682538/25c8c87e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Primus Valencia Calle Menorca 22 Valencia Valencia £84 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,025 reviews) Yes. Service was very good Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=1682538&PinnedHotelID=1682538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399659) ![Only YOU Hotel Valencia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22100/22014/2ce33ea4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Only YOU Hotel Valencia PLAZA RODRIGO BOTET,5 Valencia Valencian Community £149 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews) Always great - my favorite hotel in Valencia - service location and rooms are exceptional - time and time again - no comparison Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=22014&PinnedHotelID=22014&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399659) ![Kora Lluna](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120790000/120783300/120783266/4bfeb4cf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kora Lluna C/ de l'Arquitecte Alfaro 44 València Valencia £67 3 Mar - 4 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Malvarrosa Beach and Port of Valencia are located ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=03%2F03%2F2026&endDate=04%2F03%2F2026&selected=120783266&PinnedHotelID=120783266&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399659) ![Hotel Las Arenas Balneario Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1200000/1190600/1190502/001f993c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Las Arenas Balneario Resort Eugenia Vines 22-24 Valencia Valencia £157 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews) Fantastic hotel, great room, amazing location Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=1190502&PinnedHotelID=1190502&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399659) ![Hotel Olympia Consul del Mar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/670000/660100/660097/8a7a7ca9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Olympia Consul del Mar Avenida del Puerto, 39 Valencia Valencia £50 16 Feb - 17 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (874 reviews) Clean and easy check in Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=660097&PinnedHotelID=660097&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399659) [See all 2,366 properties in El Mercat](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976399659) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Valencia-Valencia-City-Centre.dx6185713) ![Aerial overview of the old city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6200767/273a0dde-7722-48c5-8820-2d6bf3f1bedd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ciutat Vella Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Plaza Redonda to Silk Exchange – discover Ciutat Vella, a destination also famous for its shopping. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Valencia-Ciutat-Vella.dx6200767) ![Placa de la Reina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976396490/dbb27989-5bdc-4c14-b2e0-2b57d7b75d27.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 Plaza de la Reina are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Valencia-La-Seu.dx553248635976396490) ![Vue sur la Cathédrale Saint-Apollinaire depuis la Plaza de la Virgen](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976395131/5d308b00-bcd9-4d45-ae1c-533c17e14d4b.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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Valencia-Sant-Francesc.dx553248635976395131) ![The exterior of the Ceramic Museum in Seville is gorgeous.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3713/3472ee24-afc6-425c-a72c-4c78425a6865.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### La Xerea If you're spending some time in La Xerea, Puerta del Mar and Turia Gardens are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Valencia-La-Xerea.dx553248635976399520) ![Plaza de Toros bullring in Valencia, Spain; Shutterstock ID 474242068](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6212047/9cd5269c-9666-44e3-8f52-eae8cc6514fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Eixample If you're spending time in Eixample, you might enjoy attractions like Ruzafa Market and Colón Market. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Xativa Station to see more of the city. 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