✈️La Boqueria Barcelona – Guide to the City's Most Famous Market

Where to eat, where to drink and how to enjoy all that the best market in Barcelona has to offer.

Awarded more than once as the best European municipal market, La Boqueria Barcelona is the most famous and oldest of the city's markets. There are more than 250 booths spread over 2500 square meters in the form of a labyrinth. La Boqueria is a place that everyone who goes to Barcelona needs to know.

Located on Las Ramblas, the most famous street in Barcelona, it is worth stopping by the market to stroll, eat or buy local products.

Originally known as Mercat de Sant Josep, it was opened in 1840 when it was built on the square that replaced the Convent of San José, which was burned down in 1835 by popular revolt.

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La Boqueria Barcelona – Guide to the City's Most Famous Market — La Boqueria full during the day – Photo: G0DeX via Flickr

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With the opening of the market, there was the centralization of farmers and merchants in the region who, before the destruction of the medieval walls, sold their products outside to avoid the collection of taxes.

Currently, in addition to the shops selling fresh products, inside the Boqueria there are numerous stands with cooked and seasoned seafood, jamóns, artisanal salami and various types of typical Spanish food.

The market is a perfect place to grab a bite or enjoy one of the many restaurants located between the stands. Take advantage of local stores to get excellent wines on sale. If you want to toast right there, visit one of the indoor bars to drink a good glass of wine or beers and combine it with the snacks offered.

How to get to the market
where to eat there
Where to shop at the market
La Boqueria Market opening hours
La Boqueria hotels
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
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How to get to La Boqueria Market

Getting to Mercat de La Boqueria is very simple. Take metro line 3 and get off at Liceu station. Once outside the station, go up La Rambla towards Plaça Catalunya for 100 meters, turn left and you will be at the market. The market is located opposite the Erotic Museum, on the other side of the Ramblas.

Where to eat at La Boqueria Market

There are about 300 stands and restaurants distributed in the space in a maze format, so it's easy to lose focus, isn't it?

That's why we've separated some little places where to eat and what to know in the market that will help you better. With so many options you can get lost and not knowing what is worth visiting at La Boqueria.

Tips from strategic stops to snack or even if you want to sit down to eat something and explore the market well.

Annotate you!

Bar Boqueria (Seafood)

A Catalan and Spanish fusion restaurant located in Mercado Boqueria for over 23 years. O Bar Boqueria has an excellent selection of tapas (appetizers in Spanish), seafood, sangria and excellent beers for a tasty and enjoyable meal. Be sure to try the fresh oysters and the Galician octopus (pulpo).

The wine and drinks list has options of all prices and you will certainly find a great option to match your dish and also your pocket.

El Quim de la Boqueria (Seafood)

Opened in 1987, The Quim is a restaurant famous for its seafood breakfast, sandwiches until noon, tasty dishes and homemade desserts.

Take advantage of your past to try the squid a la Andalusia, expertly fried on site.

Pinotxo Bar (Seafood)

Open for over 60 years, the Pinotoxo Bar is frequented by artists and still has received several awards.

The bar is famous for its oysters, gazpacho, escargot, mushrooms and also for the incredible selection of seafood.

A slightly more expensive option, but one of the best restaurants in town. Enjoy your time here. The cut coffee is considered the best in town.

Crepes la Boqueria

Crepes for all tastes. O Crepes la Boqueria it is extremely popular with families who can't decide where to eat and families traveling with children.

There is also a small selection of tapas and some drinks.

Shani's falafel (Vegan)

You don't eat meat or seafood? No problems! La Boqueria Barcelona is considered the best European municipal market also for its food diversity. Just go to booth 133-134 to taste the tasty kosher falafel produced by the Shani family.

Where to shop at La Boqueria Market

The market goes beyond a tourist spot or restaurants for visitors. It is, yes, a municipal market that supplies the city and has a little bit of everything.

As such, it offers a wide variety of products and supplies for those who visit. Its many stores offer the freshest in town in terms of fruits, vegetables, seafood, cold cuts and local food.

It is certainly a market for all tastes. We have selected below some recommendations on the best to buy on the market.

That way you can make the most of your time there and ensure you have a memorable experience.

Juani

Are you looking for seafood? This is another place that offers select seafood to eat while exploring the market and also to take away to cook later. Be sure to try the crab leg and Provencal calamari served here.

Ramos Boqueria 1939

One of the highlights of this market is the vast selection of cold cuts. In stands like this you will find the best in jamón, stuffed salami, seasoned salami and other types of traditional cold cuts from the region.

Puerto Latino

Inside the Boqueria it is possible to find foods from different countries. At this stand you can find quality Mexican food to eat right away or to prepare later.

Jaime i Montse

For those looking for a healthier option to combine with their tour, this stand offers a wide selection of fruits, natural juices and also sweets to snack on.

MAS

Here you will find olive oil, cheese and cold cuts at La Boqueria Barcelona market.

The wine list

As it could not be missing in a European municipal market, in this little shop you have great options of national and international wines, with competitive prices.

Depending on the day it is also possible to participate in tastings.

Boket La Boqueria

Boket is the most famous meat stand on the market.

Enjoy the selection of hamburgers, skewers and other meats ready to eat or in ideal conditions to take away and cook later.

Vidal Pons

With an excellent selection of fruits, nuts, dried fruits, vegetables and vegetables this place is very common among locals and tourists.

Unlike España, European countries do not produce as much variety of these products. Markets such as La Boqueria are indispensable for import and distribution, usually coming from countries outside Europe and much appreciated by the locals.

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La Boqueria Market opening hours

The market is open from Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 20:30 pm. Entrance is free.

As it is in a very touristy area, it is a good option to kill that hunger that appears in the middle of the tour. ?

Hotels in Barcelona – Where to stay near La Boqueria Market

Mercado a Boqueria is close to the Ramblas, there are several accommodation options for all budgets and tastes. We have separated some great options for you to enjoy the La Boqueria market.

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Bagués Hotel ($$$) – is one of the most luxurious options. The hotel has a museum. Rates from 198 euros* with breakfast paid separately.

Petit Palace Boqueria Garden ($$): 3 minutes from La Boqueria Market. Hotel is ideal for couples or families. Option of rooms and complete apartments that accommodate from 1 to 6 people. Rates from 112 euros* with breakfast paid separately.

East Shoot ($$): 3 minutes from La Boqueria Barcelona Market, the East Shoot It has a competitive price and good quality of service. Rates from 82 euros* with breakfast included.

Kabul Party Hostel Barcelona ($): located 5 minutes from La Boqueria this hostel is ideal for young people and those who like to party. Spacious rooms with options for shared or private rooms. Rates from euros.

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