About Mercat de la Boqueria

You absolutely cannot skip the iconic landmark Mercat La Boqueria if you're in Barcelona. It is the most famous open-air market place and a must-see tourist spot in the city. Visit it for an amazing feast of delicious octopus, ceviche, Iberico sausage, chickpeas, beef cheek, freshly fried cod, and venison steak. It is impossible to resist the Iberian ham, fresh pomegranate Arils, amazing fruit juices, cheese samplings, meats, seafood, candy and, of course, more freshly-sliced ham. Make sure you try local specialties like Jamón ibérico or Jamón Serrano. 

Take some time to just wander around the market and have a view of everything. Buy and eat from the vendors or fight to get a seat at one of the most prized restaurants (Pinotxo! El Quim!). There are exotic foods and talented chefs that concoct these amazing dishes. Eat to your heart's content. This 2,500-sm lively market is packed with people, colors, and smells with over 300 stalls and more than 20,000 products on display or for sale. Simply sit leisurely and just watch people go by, or take photos if you're into photography! All shopaholics and foodies head for La Boqueria, declared the Best Market in the World at the World Congress of Public Markets in Washington.

Must See

  • Tapas
  • Restaurants
  • Food stalls
  • Exotic fruits, and vegetables
  • Plates of seafood

How to reach

By Subway:

It takes 7 minutes and costs 2.16 Euros

By Bus:

It takes 12 minutes and costs 1.93 to 2.17 Euros

By Taxi:

It takes 2 minutes and costs 3.73 to 4.54 Euros

By Walk:

It takes 13 minutes


Tips

  • Friday and Saturday are the busiest days, and the market can get very crowded
  • Beware of pickpockets
  • Watch out for Black Friday Sales where many products are discounted
  • Advisable to carry a reusable grocery bag in case you end up shopping more than expected
  • Check the prices beforehand as they are mostly prepped up for tourists

Visit Time

Sunday:           Closed

Monday:          9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday:         9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Wednesday:    9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 

Thursday:        9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Friday:             9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Saturday:         9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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Entrance Fee

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Time you can spend

30 mins to 2 hours

 

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Weather

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