Silk Exchange (La Lonja de la Seda) Tours and Tickets

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Visiting the Silk Exchange costs €2 for adults, with admission reduced to €1 for students, seniors, and groups including large families. Admission is free on Sundays and on public holidays. If you’re visiting as part of a larger Valencia tour, check if admission is included.

The Silk Exchange was constructed over more than 50 years in the late 15th and early 16th centuries under the city council. It was originally designed as a silk-trading outpost. It became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996.

You can see fantastic architecture inside the Silk Exchange, including the Sala de Contratación, a flamboyantly Gothic hall paved with colorful Alcublas marble. Other highlights include the late-Gothic Consulado del Mar, which features beautifully decorated windows, paintings, and gilding.

The Silk Exchange is located in the heart of Valencia’s old town, across from the Placa del Mercat, and within walking distance of many major attractions. It’s easy to get to by public transportation, though many people opt to visit on a walking or cycling tour instead.

The best time of day to visit La Lonja de la Seda is right in the morning when it first opens at 10am. Weekdays and even Saturdays are generally less crowded, while Sundays and public holidays attract the biggest crowds due to free admission.