El Mercat Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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.
Every building has uniqueness in its own here.
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.
All to be burned. Las Fallas de Valencia. Festival
I truly believe markets are the absolute best way to indulge in the culture of a place. Mercado Central de Valencia is no exception. With a stunning architecture and buzzing atmosphere, it accounted for a great Sunday morning experience. The stalls specialized in Valencian oranges were the best! #market #valencia #architecture

Our pick of the best El Mercat Hotel Deals

Vincci Mercat Hotel

Vincci Mercat Hotel

4 out of 5
C/ de la Llanterna, 31 Valencia Valencia
The price is NZ$345 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
NZ$345
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

Vincci Mercat Hotel
Hotel Primus Valencia

Hotel Primus Valencia

4 out of 5
Calle Menorca 22 Valencia Valencia
The price is NZ$192 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
NZ$192
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! (1,026 reviews)
Our experience during our time at the hotel was excellent. The hotel is within walking distance from the City of Arts and Sciences and across the street from 2 major shopping centers. There are several bus lines nearby that serve nearly every part of the city. Great restaurants nearby too. The staff ...

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Hotel Primus Valencia
Only YOU Hotel Valencia

Only YOU Hotel Valencia

5 out of 5
PLAZA RODRIGO BOTET,5 Valencia Valencian Community
The price is NZ$410 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
NZ$410
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! (1,003 reviews)
Amazing

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Only YOU Hotel Valencia
Novotel Valencia Lavant

Novotel Valencia Lavant

4 out of 5
Avenida Pio XII 4 Valencia Valencia
The price is NZ$254 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
NZ$254
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

Novotel Valencia Lavant
Barcelo Valencia Hotel

Barcelo Valencia Hotel

4 out of 5
Avenida Francia 11 Valencia Valencia
The price is NZ$232 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
NZ$232
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
The room was not exactly clean. It was spacious, but there were stains on the white sheets facing upward on the bed, so we asked them to be changed. There was also a lack of cleanliness in the room and bathroom--I wiped up a dried coffee spill on the desk and the glass walls of the bathroom had what ...

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Barcelo Valencia Hotel
Hotel Las Arenas Balneario Resort

Hotel Las Arenas Balneario Resort

5 out of 5
Eugenia Vines 22-24 Valencia Valencia
The price is NZ$532 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
NZ$532
12 Apr - 13 Apr
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

Hotel Las Arenas Balneario Resort
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Valencia City Centre showing a city, heritage architecture and a square or plaza

Valencia City Centre

4.5/5(49 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.

Valencia City Centre
Aerial overview of the old city

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.

Ciutat Vella
Placa de la Reina

La Seu

If you're spending some time in La Seu, Plaza de la Virgen and Plaza de Manises are top sights worth seeing.

La Seu
Vue sur la Cathédrale Saint-Apollinaire depuis la Plaza de la Virgen

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.

Sant Francesc
The exterior of the Ceramic Museum in Seville is gorgeous.

La Xerea

If you're spending some time in La Xerea, Puerta del Mar and Turia Gardens are top sights worth seeing.

La Xerea
Plaza de Toros bullring in Valencia, Spain; Shutterstock ID 474242068

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.

Eixample

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