El Carme Travel Guide
Valencia
Popular places to visit
Serranos Towers
Climb up the medieval towers that watched over the city in earlier days and served as part of its ancient defenses.
Plaza del Carmen
Sit beneath orange trees in this quiet old town square, visit an ancient church and attend cultural events inside the buildings of a former convent.
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.
Port of Valencia
Explore the waterfront in Valencia with a trip to Port of Valencia. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
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.
Oceanogràfic Aquarium
Explore this spectacular indoor-outdoor aquarium, home to innovative exhibits and more than 500 different marine species.
Things to do
From Valencia: Hot Springs + Waterfalls + Surprise Stop
Valencia: Complete Tuk-Tuk Tour Around the City
Valencia: The Light of Saint Nicholas
Valencia: Hop-on Hop-off City Highlights Bus Tour Green bus
Valencia: Sunset or Daytime Catamaran Cruise with Drink
Top hotels in El Carme
Axel Hotel Valencia – Adults Only
"The Axel Hotel in Valencia exceeded our expectations. We had shopped on Hotels.com for a nice room in the old quarter of Valencia, and many of the choices were super-expensive, some of them twice the price of a room at Axel. At Axel, the staff was exceptionally pleasant, the breakfast really nice, ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
MYR Puerta Serranos
"The hotel was extremely nice.The staff was very nice and polite.They were very friendly and wanted to help!"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hotel Primus Valencia
"Great hotel half way between the beach and the centre."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Only YOU Hotel Valencia
"Awesome experience. Great welcome from the staff. Beautiful service. Great value. Walking to everywhere. Close to everything. Just lovely experience"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Novotel Valencia Lavant
"Ideally located, clean, and nice enough rooms. Good showers with nice products. Rooftop pool was the decider for us going here - it’s small but kids had fun in it and adults enjoy lounging around it. Breakfast (booked at the hotel, not via hotels.com) was actually very good."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Senator Parque Central Hotel
"We stayed for 8 nights in May, the hotel is smart and a good standard, it was just off season so not everything (restaurant) was fully open however we enjoyed our stay. The location is good with other restaurants etc within walking distance and the main facilities in Hyannis only a short drive ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Carme
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.
El Mercat
If you're spending some time in El Mercat, Central Market and Silk Exchange are top sights worth seeing.
Valencia City Centre
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Central Market to Silk Exchange – discover Valencia City Centre, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Ciutat Vella
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia to Silk Exchange – discover Ciutat Vella, a destination also famous for its shopping.
La Xerea
If you're spending some time in La Xerea, Puerta del Mar and Turia Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
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.
