Audio Guide of the Silk Exchange of Valencia

It is open Tuesday to Saturday from 9:30 to 14:00 and from 15:30 to 19:00, and Sundays from 9:30 to 14:00; it is closed on Mondays and local holidays. Enter through the main door in Plaza del Mercado and buy tickets at the ticket office or online. More information on the City Council's official website.

General admission costs 2 € for adults, 1 € for pensioners, and is free for children under 12 and people with disabilities. You can buy tickets at the ticket office or on the official website; an optional audio guide is included. See updated prices at Visit Valencia.

Around 45 minutes to 1 hour is recommended to explore it at a leisurely pace, admiring the Contract Hall and the courtyard. If you use the audio guide, allow an additional 15-20 minutes. It is ideal for a quick but impressive visit.

Built in the 15th century, it is a jewel of Valencian civil Gothic architecture and the seat of the silk trade, symbolizing Valencia's mercantile power. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996, it stands out for its vaults, twisted torsos, and inner garden.

Spring (March-May) or autumn (September-November) for pleasant weather and fewer tourists; avoid July-August because of the heat. Go early in the morning (9:30) to avoid crowds and enjoy the natural light through the stained-glass windows.

The ground floor and courtyard are accessible via a ramp, but the upper rooms require the use of stairs and do not have full elevator access. Ask at the ticket office about adapted visits or borrowing chairs. More details on the official website.

Just a few steps away is the Central Market (visit it for its modernist architecture), Valencia Cathedral with the Holy Grail, and Plaza de la Reina. Combine your visit with a walk through the Barrio del Carmen for authentic tapas.

Download the Spanish audio guide from IAudioguia for detailed explanations as you walk around. Wear comfortable shoes because of the cobbled floor, book your ticket online during peak season, and combine your visit with the Central Market for a perfect day.