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Mercat Central

Mercado Central / Central Market

In a restored modernist iron and glass building dating from 1928, this is one of the largest markets in Europe. See how the locals shop for food and buy some fantastic fresh produce, meat, seafood, or olives.

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Address: Plaça de la Ciutat de Bruges, s/n
Getting there: El Mercat
Hours: Mon-Sat 07:00-15:00
Website: mercadocentralvalencia.es (opens in a new tab)

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Central Bar
One of a trio of restaurants owned and operated by famed Valencian chef Ricard Camarena, this tapas bar is a good place to sample his food without breaking the bank. The menu changes daily depending on what's available in the market. Reservations are not accepted, so if you plan to visit for lunch be prepared to wait awhile for a seat.
Mon-Sat 06:30-15:30Tapas €4-9 (Feb 2016)
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Original CV
Local souvenirs, mostly food products and some art.
Mon–Sat 10:30–20:30
See
Llotja de la Seda
La Lonja de la Seda / Silk Exchange
This UNESCO landmark is considered to be one of the most significant secular Gothic buildings in Europe. It was built between 1482 and 1533 on the site of an earlier oil exchange. The Llotja consists of four distinct parts: the Sala de Contractació (Trading Hall), also known as the Saló Columnari (Hall of Columns); the Sala Consulado del Mar with its magnificent ceiling; the unfinished Torre (tower) with its debtor prison (temporarily closed to visitors), and the Pati dels Tarongers (Patio of Oranges). Some of the Gothic gargoyles are quite naughty.
Mon-Sat 09:30-19:00, Sun and holidays 09:30-15:00€2 (adults), €1 (concessions), free on Su and holidays
Drink
Café Lisboa
In a charming square which was once the site of Valencia's Lonja del Aceite, or olive oil market. The primary draw is the expansive terrace seating by an olive tree, making this is a good spot for people-watching with a coffee or cocktail.
Daily 10:00-01:00