Best markets in Barcelona

Welcome to our page dedicated to exploring the iconic markets of Barcelona! This captivating city in Catalonia, located on the shores of the Mediterranean, is renowned for its unique blend of culture, cuisine, and history. One of the most captivating ways to dive into the soul of Barcelona is by exploring its vibrant and colorful markets. Whether you're an avid traveler, a food enthusiast, or just a lover of authentic atmosphere, Barcelona's markets offer an unforgettable experience.

 

Best markets in Barcelona: fresh produce, handicrafts, colors and scents...

With this selection, we present Barcelona's five most emblematic markets, each with its own history, unique flavor and contribution to the daily life of this dynamic city. Whether you're looking for fresh produce, local crafts, exotic spices or simply the vibrant essence of Barcelona life, you'll find it all at these markets.

 

Mercat Santa Caterina

Right next to Barcelona Cathedral, this market with its colorful ceramic roof is a real eye-catcher. Open every day except Sunday.

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Mercat Santa Caterina

Mercat Santa Caterina

Mercat Santa Caterina (Market Holy Catherine) is the latest market built in Barcelona. Totally renovated in 2005 it is a little marvel located in the district of Ribera in Ciutat Vella...

Address : Francesc Cambó, 16
Opening hours : Monday 7.30am to 2pm / Tuesday and Wednesday 7.30am to 3.30pm / Thursday and Friday from 7.30am to 8.30pm / Saturday from 7.30am to 3.30pm. Check for summer time opening hours
Phone : 00 34 933 195 740
Metro/Bus : Metro: L4 Jaume I / Bus:

 

Mercat del Ninot 

Just a stone's throw from Catalonia Square, this is the favorite market of Catalans who live in the city center, because it's less touristy, recently renovated and formidably well-stocked. Open every day except Sunday.

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Mercat del Ninot

Mercat del Ninot - Barcelona

Not far from the Plaza de Catalunya, but hidden enough to be off the tourist trail, the Mercat del Ninot is a great food market that we highly recommend for shopping and eating. A good tip!

Address : Mallorca, 135
Opening hours : Food market From Monday to Friday, from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Outside stalls From Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturdays from 9 am to 14 pm.
Phone : +34 93 323 49 09
Metro/Bus : Metro: L5 Hospital Clínic - Bus: L6 i 7 FGC Provença

 

Mercat Sant Antoni

El Mercat de Sant Antoni is the food market with no fewer than 95 stalls, but it's also a market known as Encants aux puces (flea market), with lots of stores selling clothes, books and jewelry.

Open Monday to Saturday. On Sundays, from 08:30 to 14:30, a book and coin market takes place all around the building.

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Mercat de Sant Antoni

Mercat de Sant Antoni

Mercat de Sant Antoni is one of the largest markets in Barcelona. It is located in the Raval, in a recently renovated 1900 X-shaped building. It is both a food market and a non-food market with many stands for gourmets, all in an authentic atmosphere!

Address : Carrer del Comte d'Urgell, 1
Opening hours : Monday to Saturday from 8am to 8pm
Phone : 00 34 934 26 35 21
Metro/Bus : Metro: L2 Sant Antoni / Bus: 20, 24, 37, 41, 55, 141

 

Mercat  del Encants 

Barcelona's flea market has come a long way since its renovation in 2013. The new architecture consolidates its position as the largest and best-known flea market in the Catalan capital. You'll always find what you're looking for! Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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Mercat dels Encants

Barcelona's Encants Market is the city's largest and best-known flea market. This very old market is now housed under a magnificent reflective roof. The favourite place for bargain hunters of all nations!

Address : Castillejos, 158

Opening hours : Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 9am to 8pm // Public Auction: from 8:00 am to 9 am, Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Phone : +34 932 452 299
Metro/Bus : Metro: L2 Encants / L1 Glories / Bus: H12, H14, V21, V23, V25, 7, 62, 192 - Tram: T4, T5, T6, Glòries

 

La Boqueria

The Boqueria market remains the must-see on Barcelona's Ramblas. Overcrowded, to be sure, but still very much worth a visit, with its quality produce, bars and great atmosphere. Always a safe bet! Open daily from 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Closed on Sundays.

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Boqueria Market

 

Boqueria Market - Barcelona

La Boqueria market. This market is worth a visit with more than 300 stands, it is the largest food market in Catalonia. It is also the most famous in Barcelona. It is the most famous market in Barcelona, where you can go shopping and often eat some tapas in the corner of a bar. It's also a great place to buy some gourmet souvenirs.

Address : Rambla, 91
Opening hours : Everyday from 8am to 8:30pm. Closed on Sundays
Phone : + 34 93 318 20 17
Metro/Bus : Liceu
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