Staying in the Eixample and Colón: choosing the right street
Carrer de Colom is the main reference point, but compare addresses on either side before booking. Toward Carrer de Jorge Juan, you have a direct walk to Mercat de Colón; toward Carrer de Xàtiva, the railway station becomes more convenient. Main-road windows, pedestrian crossings and the nearest metro entrance can make a noticeable difference to everyday journeys.
At a glance
- Best for
- Quiet, shopping, transport
- At night
- Quiet
- Getting around
- Metro at Colón and Xàtiva
- Price level
- €€€
Wide streets and shopping around Calle Colón: calmer after dark than the old town, with the metro at the door and less character.
Good for
- Calmer evenings and wider streets
- The airport metro at the door
- Shopping and the Turia gardens close by
Think twice if
- You want to step out into old lanes and small bars
- You want the cathedral and the market in five minutes
How The Eixample and Colón compares with the rest of Valencia
What is near The Eixample and Colón
Mercat de Colón
Allow about 5 minutes from Colón station to reach the market building, with its brick arches and ceramic decoration.
Palacio del Marqués de Dos Aguas
Walk about 8 minutes from Colón station toward Carrer del Poeta Querol for the palace's elaborate carved doorway.
Pont de les Flors
About 12 minutes from Colón station, this bridge gives you a useful reference point for entering the Turia gardens.
Eating in The Eixample and Colón
Mercat de Colón is useful for comparing places to sit down under one roof, though you should check individual menus before choosing. Goya Gallery is another named option in the wider Eixample. For apartment stays, look for everyday grocery shops on the residential streets rather than relying on the main shopping frontage.
Getting around from The Eixample and Colón
Colón station serves metro lines 3, 5, 7 and 9. Lines 3 and 5 provide a direct airport connection. Estación del Norte is roughly 10 minutes away on foot from the station area. Use the street grid to compare walking routes, since a nearby entrance may be across a busy road.
Hotels in The Eixample and Colón
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Questions people ask
Which side is better for railway access?
The streets nearer Carrer de Xàtiva shorten the walk to Estación del Norte. Check the separate journey to Joaquín Sorolla if using a high-speed train.
Can I walk into the old town?
Yes. From Colón station, follow the streets toward Carrer de la Pau or Plaça de l'Ajuntament, depending on which sights you want to reach first.
What should I check in an apartment listing?
Check the bedroom's position, lift access and distance from the actual station entrance. A main-road address can have more traffic noise than a side street.