El Pilar Travel Guide
Valencia
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Oceanogràfic Aquarium
Explore this spectacular indoor-outdoor aquarium, home to innovative exhibits and more than 500 different marine species.
Central Market
Shop for local fruits, vegetables, cheeses and cured meats, and watch local market traders at work in one of Europe’s oldest food markets.
Valencia Cathedral
See the supposed Holy Grail, marvel at Renaissance frescoes and admire city views from a bell tower at one of Valencia’s most iconic landmarks.
Top hotels in El Pilar
Camila Hostel Valencia
Clean and super safe in a great location
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Hotel Primus Valencia
Room was clean and easy check in. However the air conditioning was terrible it did not keep the room cool it kept switching itself off until I asked and apparently auto kept it on but this also kept switching off. Even when it was on it didn't really do anything. We had to open the windows and this ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Only YOU Hotel Valencia
Senator Parque Central Hotel
Gros hotel, belle grande chambre, tres propre, bon service
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Novotel Valencia Lavant
Kora Lluna
Todo estuvo muy bien gracias
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around El Pilar
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.
El Mercat
If you're spending some time in El Mercat, Central Market and Silk Exchange are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
La Xerea
If you're spending some time in La Xerea, Puerta del Mar and Turia Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
