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 ![El Mercat](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3713/368f85ad-ef53-4f55-a82b-f912ece405bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![El Mercat](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3713/547fe7f1-d56a-455e-a3b8-df5d14330870.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![El Mercat](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3713/35834027-a2dd-4bba-9e93-86a9768d4f9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![El Mercat](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3713/05b10898-0b5f-41e0-ba8a-83565f760768.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![El Mercat](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3713/074504cd-9acf-4434-8b9a-cd604c494253.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](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6067065/f9b34ee4-3e1b-4959-b306-873250253f7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Market-Valencia-City-Centre.d6067065.Attraction) ![Silk Exchange](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160501/6e0bb41c-cd31-4c6c-92e1-34fcb1019ef4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Silk Exchange 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) ![Plaza Redonda](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) ![La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia](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 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) ![Malvarrosa Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160800/cdd0505a-9463-4f9e-9d14-c4203f3ab286.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Malvarrosa Beach 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) ![City of Arts and Sciences](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 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) ### Things to do ![San Jose Caves Guided Tour from Valencia ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1190591/abbfc4be-ae7c-4941-9c09-599471071b57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Jose Caves Guided Tour from Valencia £60 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/san-jose-caves-guided-tour-from-valencia.a1190591.activity-details) ![Valencia Old Town Tour with Wine & Tapas in 11th Century Historic Monument](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1119197/aad8272c-2c14-4e89-b00f-e5dfa6a2249d.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) ![From Albir, Benidorm & Calpe: Valencia City day trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1154300/f41f0a8e-5355-4228-af5d-14e0c1c71d5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Albir, Benidorm & Calpe: Valencia City day trip £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 **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/valencia-sailing-catamaran-cruise-with-sunset-option-and-dj.a5046722.activity-details) ![Real Paella Cooking Class – Market Visit & Sangría Workshop](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48201514/7b27b828-452f-4c6f-94fd-c76bbbcc5f12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Real Paella Cooking Class – Market Visit & Sangría Workshop £56 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/real-paella-cooking-class-market-visit-sangria-workshop.a48201514.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/f9601517_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Vincci Mercat Hotel C/ de la Llanterna, 31 Valencia Valencia £113 1 Apr - 2 Apr 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! (1,000 reviews) It was nice and staff (all young) was very welcoming and helpful, We did not know about Las Falla when we arrived. It made navigating the city difficult, but it was a very interesting time in the city. The facility was nice, spacious enough and updated. Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=9684281&PinnedHotelID=9684281&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399659) ![Hotel Primus Valencia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1690000/1682600/1682538/92e8c597_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Primus Valencia Calle Menorca 22 Valencia Valencia £95 19 Apr - 20 Apr 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! (1,034 reviews) Bra frukost. Rent och fint. Tyvärr lite tråkig personal, men de gjorde sitt jobb utan det där lilla extra. Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=1682538&PinnedHotelID=1682538&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399659) ![Novotel Valencia Lavant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26000/25966/387a572c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Novotel Valencia Lavant Avenida Pio XII 4 Valencia Valencia £113 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Malvarrosa Beach and Central Market are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (370 reviews) Clean, friendly staff, best hotel breakfast I’ve had Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=25966&PinnedHotelID=25966&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399659) ![Only YOU Hotel Valencia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/22100/22014/3df12022_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Only YOU Hotel Valencia PLAZA RODRIGO BOTET,5 Valencia Valencian Community £200 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews) Everything was good for us Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=22014&PinnedHotelID=22014&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399659) ![Barcelo Valencia Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1380000/1376300/1376275/a1edeb60_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Barcelo Valencia Hotel Avenida Francia 11 Valencia Valencia £113 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Valencia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews) ¡Nos encantó este hotel! Todo superó nuestras expectativas: la limpieza, la comodidad y la atención del personal fueron de primera. La ubicación es ideal y el ambiente muy acogedor. Definitivamente fue una experiencia maravillosa y volveríamos sin pensarlo. 100% recomendado. Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=1376275&PinnedHotelID=1376275&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399659) ![Hotel Las Arenas Balneario Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1200000/1190600/1190502/90c66a5a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Las Arenas Balneario Resort Eugenia Vines 22-24 Valencia Valencia Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £223 30 Apr - 1 May 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! (1,000 reviews) Very well located right on the beach! Breakfast at the Hotel Restaurant was very good. We also had dinner there twice and we very much appreciated. No complaints at all! We enjoyed our stay very much. Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F04%2F2026&endDate=01%2F05%2F2026&selected=1190502&PinnedHotelID=1190502&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976399659) [See all 2,404 properties in El Mercat](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%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. ## Check El Mercat hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976399659&startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01)[31 Mar - 1 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976399659&startDate=2026-03-31&endDate=2026-04-01) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976399659&startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-03-02)[1 Apr - 2 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976399659&startDate=2026-04-01&endDate=2026-03-02) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976399659&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976399659&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976399659&startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026)[10 Apr - 12 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976399659&startDate=10%2F04%2F2026&endDate=12%2F04%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around El Mercat ![Valencia City Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6185713/a31a3acb-7a9d-4959-b214-a7cb79c7f216.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Valencia City Centre 4.5/5(663 area reviews) Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Central Market to Silk Exchange – discover Valencia City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping. [](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 La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia – discover Ciutat Vella, a destination also famous for its shopping. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Valencia-Ciutat-Vella.dx6200767) ![La Seu](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 Manises are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Valencia-La-Seu.dx553248635976396490) ![Sant Francesc](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) ![La Xerea](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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