Timeline
09:00
Stroll through El Carme. The neighbourhood is quietest in the morning, before the crowds arrive. Wander past the mix of lifetime residents and alternative types in this up-and-coming area.
09:25
Stop at Paella for a light lunch. As the name suggests, this is the place for traditional Valencian rice dishes. It is a tasteful spot to try paella valenciana or paella de marisco before the evening rush.
10:00
Walk to Mercat Central. Located in a restored 1928 modernist iron and glass building, this is one of Europe's largest markets. Watch how locals shop for fresh produce, meat, seafood, and olives.
Local tip
Mercat Central closes at 15:00 on weekdays and Saturdays, so arrive before then. Paella does not list specific opening hours, but lunch service typically runs from midday. El Carme is best explored on foot.
Check before you go
- Mercat Central is open Mo-Sa 07:00-15:00.
Worth knowing
- Mercat Central is open at 10:00 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Valencia (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).