Plaza Redonda

Tucked away in the heart of Valencia’s old town, Plaza Redonda stands out for one obvious reason—its perfectly circular shape. Designed in 1840, this unique square was renovated in 2012, and locals refer to it as El Clot, or “The Hole.” Today, it’s a lively, welcoming space lined with craft shops and cozy tapas bars—ideal for a break and a Valencian cocktail. Plaza Redonda feels like a living postcard of traditional Valencian life. Like a painting that slowly reveals its details, Plaza Redonda keeps drawing visitors back, year after year. At its centre is a circular courtyard, 37 metres wide, surrounded by a three-storey building. It’s a favourite gathering spot, and if you’re a shopaholic and have an eye for beautiful things, you’ll love the square’s many stalls and small shops. They specialise in clothing, lace, ceramics, fabric, and plenty more. It’s also the perfect place to pick up a few souvenirs before heading home. That way, you’ll carry a piece of Valencia with you, and feel like you never really left. As you move towards the fountain at the centre, look closely, and you’ll spot a quote from the Valencian writer Vicente Blasco Ibáñez. He mentions Plaza Redonda in his 1894 novel Arroz y Tartana, which tells the story of a family obsessed with appearances, slowly unraveling under the weight of financial pressure. Intrigued? Maybe it’s time to find out how that story ends…