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Shopping in Valencia: where to go and what to buy
Valencia is best explored on foot, and that includes shopping. Within just a few kilometres, you’ll find major brands, exclusive boutiques, vintage shops, craft stalls and markets. This guide tells you which area to head to depending on what you’re looking for, and how to claim back VAT if you live outside the European Union.
Calle Colón and the surrounding area: major brands
The area centred on Calle Colón and its side streets, such as Sorní and Jorge Juan, is home to the widest range of shops in Valencia. Located in the Eixample district, it features everything from major international brands to homeware shops and jewellers. It all revolves around the Mercado de Colón, a great place to take a break: there are bars and restaurants there where you can grab a drink once you’ve finished shopping.
Poeta Querol and Calle de la Paz: exclusive shops
If you’re looking for designer fashion or luxury brands, this is the area for you. Calle del Poeta Querol and Calle de la Paz are home to the city’s most exclusive shops, set within a beautifully preserved architectural setting. Even if you don’t buy anything, it’s well worth a stroll through these streets.
Ruzafa: shops with character
Ruzafa is one of Valencia’s most visited neighbourhoods and surprises visitors with its abundance of vintage-style shops. For a leisurely spot of shopping, take a stroll down Calle Cádiz. And don’t leave without popping into the Ruzafa Market, in Plaza Barón de Cortes de Pallás. It’s the ideal spot if you prefer independent shops to the big chains.
Historic centre: crafts and souvenirs
If you want to take home something authentic from Valencia, the historic centre has several streets worth exploring:
Calle de las Cestas (its official name is Músico Peydró): wicker basketry and handcrafted leather goods.
Calle Serranos: leather goods.
Calle del Trench: household goods and souvenir shops.
Calles Correjería and Purísima: antique shops.
Nearby is the Central Market, a Modernist building well worth a visit for its architecture and local produce. If you want to shop like the locals, go early.
A one-day shopping itinerary
If you’re short on time, you could organise it like this:
Morning: Central Market and streets in the historic centre (Cestas, Serranos) for crafts and souvenirs.
Midday: a lunch break in the city centre.
Afternoon: Calle Colón, Poeta Querol and Calle de la Paz. Finish off with a stop at the Colón Market.
If you’ve still got energy left: Ruzafa, to check out vintage shops and soak up the neighbourhood atmosphere.
Book accommodation in the centre of Valencia
Book accommodation in the centre of Valencia
To shop in comfort, it’s best to stay in the centre. The Hotel Conqueridor is right in the heart of Valencia and is a handy base for exploring the city on foot and popping back to drop off your bags whenever you like. Check availability and book directly on our website to get the best price.