Things to Do in El Carme, Valencia 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.
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Valencian Museum of Ethnology ★ 4.7 · 1.9k★
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
Institut Valencià d'Art Modern ★ 4.4 · 2.0k★
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
Centre del Carme Cultura Contemporània ★ 4.6 · 10.0k
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Mon Closed
Tue–Fri 10 AM – 8 PM
Sat 10 AM – 8 PM
Sun 10 AM – 8 PM
Centre Cultural la Beneficència ★ 4.6 · 3.1k
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
Santo Spirito Vintage ★ 4.6 · 208
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
Torres de Quart ★ 4.6 · 17.9k
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
L'Iber, Museo de los soldaditos de plomo ★ 4.5 · 890
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
Llibreria Ramon Llull ★ 4.8 · 380
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, 6 PM – 8:30 PM
Sun Closed Where to eat & drink in El Carme
Mestizo ★ 4.9 · 3.0k· €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
Christopher cócteles ★ 4.8 · 866· €10–20
A historic local establishment in Valencia known for cocktails, music, and a friendly atmosphere.
Mon–Thu Closed
Fri 7:30 PM – 1:30 AM
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
Taberna el Templat ★ 4.9 · 281· €10–20
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
Blanqueries ★ 4.6 · 1.7k· €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
Kukla ★ 4.7 · 1.9k· €10–20
Warm restaurant serving casual Middle Eastern dishes made from locally sourced ingredients.
Mon 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Tue–Thu 1 PM – 4 PM, 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Fri 1 PM – 4 PM, 8 PM – 11:30 PM
Sat 1 PM – 4 PM, 8 PM – 11:30 PM
Sun Closed
Mayan Coffees ★ 4.7 · 1.6k· €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
Botanista Bar ★ 4.9 · 461· €10–20
Mon 7 PM – 12:30 AM
Tue–Thu 8 PM – 12:30 AM
Fri 7 PM – 1:45 AM
Sat 7 PM – 1:45 AM
Sun 7 PM – 12 AM
La Cola Del Pez ★ 4.7 · 798· €10–20
Mon–Tue 11 AM – 12 AM
Wed 11 AM – 1:30 AM
Thu 12:30 PM – 1:30 AM
Fri 11 AM – 1:30 AM
Sat 11 AM – 1:30 AM
Sun 11 AM – 1 AM Planning time in El Carme?
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1 Valencian Museum of Ethnology 2 Institut Valencià d'Art Modern 3 Mestizo 4 Centre del Carme Cultura Contemporània 5 Centre Cultural la Beneficència 6 Santo Spirito Vintage 7 Torres de Quart 8 L'Iber, Museo de los soldaditos de plomo 9 Christopher cócteles 10 Taberna el Templat Ready to plan El Carme? Turn these El Carme picks into a day-by-day Valencia plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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