El Carme, Valencia: Things to Do & Map

In Valencia's historic center, featuring narrow alleys, medieval architecture, and sites like the Torres de Serranos and Torres de Quart. The area has plenty of cafes, tapas bars, and boutiques, and is just 50 meters from the Jardín de Turia.

Valencian Museum of EthnologyEthnography Museum
Institut Valencià d'Art ModernArt Museum
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By TripSapien · Updated October 13, 2026

Top things to do in El Carme

Valencian Museum of Ethnology
★ 4.7 · 1.9k
Ethnography Museum★
Opened in 1983, this museum features exhibits on traditional & popular Valencian culture.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
10 AM – 8 PM
Sat
10 AM – 8 PM
Sun
10 AM – 8 PM
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Institut Valencià d'Art Modern
★ 4.4 · 2.0k
Art Museum★
Contemporary art venue in a modern building, with over 11,000 works of art, a library & a shop.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
10 AM – 7 PM
Sat
10 AM – 7 PM
Sun
10 AM – 7 PM
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Centre del Carme Cultura Contemporània
★ 4.6 · 10.1k
Museum
museum in Spain
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
10 AM – 8 PM
Sat
10 AM – 8 PM
Sun
10 AM – 8 PM
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Centre Cultural la Beneficència
★ 4.6 · 3.1k
Museum
This 19th-century former hospice was completely refurbished in 1995, and now in addition to hosting two museums it also functions as a cultural centre and venue for special exhibits.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
10 AM – 8 PM
Sat
10 AM – 8 PM
Sun
10 AM – 8 PM
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Santo Spirito Vintage
★ 4.6 · 210
Boutique
A vintage clothing shop in Valencia known for its collection of 80s, 90s, and 00s denim, including jeans and jackets, with a focus on menswear.
Mon–Fri
11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 9 PM
Sat
11:30 AM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 9 PM
Sun
Closed
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Torres de Quart
★ 4.6 · 18.1k
Historic Landmark
Twin gothic-style defensive towers that were built in the 1400s as part of Valencia's city wall.
Mon–Fri
10 AM – 6:30 PM
Sat
10 AM – 6:30 PM
Sun
10 AM – 1:30 PM
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L'Iber, Museo de los soldaditos de plomo
★ 4.6 · 903
History Museum
Unique museum featuring a massive collection of historical miniatures in several themed rooms.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
11 AM – 2 PM, 4 PM – 7 PM
Sat
11 AM – 2 PM, 4 PM – 7 PM
Sun
11 AM – 2 PM
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Llibreria Ramon Llull
★ 4.8 · 383
Bookstore
Independent bookstore with numerous programming options including seminars & exhibitions.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
11 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 8:30 PM
Sat
11 AM – 2 PM, 5 PM – 8:30 PM
Sun
Closed
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Where to eat & drink in El Carme

Mestizo
★ 4.9 · 3.0k
Coffee Shop· €10–20
A cozy cafe tucked into the narrow streets of El Carmen, known for its breakfast, lunch, coffee, bagels, toasts, and baba ghanoush tapas.
Mon
9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Tue
9:30 AM – 3 PM
Wed–Fri
9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Sat
9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Sun
9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
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Christopher cócteles
★ 4.8 · 866
Cocktail Bar· €10–20
A historic local establishment in Valencia known for cocktails, music, and a friendly atmosphere.
Mon–Tue
Closed
Wed–Fri
8 PM – 1:30 AM
Sat
8 PM – 1:30 AM
Sun
Closed
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Taberna el Templat
★ 4.9 · 288
Pub· €20–30
A small, friendly taberna known for its delicious tapas, including meatballs, sepia, Russian salad, and seasonal dishes, along with vermouth and wine.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Thu
8 PM – 12 AM
Fri
1 PM – 4:30 PM, 8 PM – 12 AM
Sat
1 PM – 4:30 PM, 8 PM – 12 AM
Sun
Closed
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Blanqueries
★ 4.6 · 1.7k
Spanish· €30–40
This bright, modern and cosmopolitan restaurant is easy to find as it’s situated just 100m from the monumental Torres de Serranos, one of the historical gateways to the wonderful city of Valencia.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
1:30 PM – 3:30 PM, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Sat
1:30 PM – 3:30 PM, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Sun
Closed
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Botanista Bar
★ 4.9 · 466
Cocktail Bar· €10–20
Mon–Thu
8 PM – 12:30 AM
Fri
7 PM – 1:45 AM
Sat
7 PM – 1:45 AM
Sun
7 PM – 12 AM
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Mayan Coffees
★ 4.7 · 1.6k
Coffee Shop· €1–10
The owner roasts his own coffee locally. Very friendly. Relaxed and calm environment in a nice neighborhood.
Mon
7:30 AM – 5 PM
Tue–Fri
7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Sat
8 AM – 5:30 PM
Sun
8 AM – 2 PM
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Insólito
★ 4.9 · 388
Bar· €1–10
Mon–Tue
Closed
Wed–Thu
9:30 AM – 2 PM, 6 PM – 12 AM
Fri
9:30 AM – 2 PM, 6 PM – 1:30 AM
Sat
9:30 AM – 2 PM, 6 PM – 1:30 AM
Sun
9:30 AM – 4 PM
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La Cola Del Pez
★ 4.7 · 823
Cocktail Bar· €10–20
Mon
11 AM – 1:30 AM
Tue–Thu
Closed
Fri
12 AM – 1:30 AM
Sat
11 AM – 1:30 AM
Sun
11 AM – 1:30 AM
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