Mercat La Boqueria is a large Spanish market with an immense variety of goods located near several significant landmarks in the Ciutat Vella district in Barcelona. It is also known as Mercat de Sant Josep de la Boqueria, with “Boqueria” coming from where goat meat is sold.

The market also offers other fresh meats, fish, fruit, vegetables and much more, all prized for their high quality. Entry to the market is from La Rambla, and a mosaic of Joan Miro in the square makes the little area of the Rambla stand out, as does the spectacular copper-screened and dragon-embellished Casa Bruno Quadros across from it.

What are the highlights of Mercat La Boqueria in Barcelona?

Mercat La Boqueria has sushi, shrimp, crabs, pressed juices, greens, cheeses, sweets, refined oils and so forth on offer at a great number of stands and at large quantities and high quality to wholly satisfy any kind of palate, from familiar to exotic. Spanish specialities you can find here include jamon iberico, salted cod and manchego cheese.

In the market, you'll also find a prime selection of gifts at the Information Point at Regala Boqueria, so you can take a piece of the market home with you and share it with others.

What else is good to know about Mercat La Boqueria in Barcelona?

Mercat La Boqueria now offers online shopping, recipes, cooking workshops and cuisine communications about everything from the characteristics of local food to its seasonal selections. All market sellers belong to the highly professional Traders Association in order to provide the best, most streamlined services and products.

The market is open every day except Sunday, and you should come to Mercat La Boqueria early to avoid most of the crowds. The market is especially close to Gran Teatre del Liceu, Barcelona’s famous opera house, and the nearest metro stop is Liceu on the L3 line.

Mercat La Boqueria in Barcelona

Location: Barcelona, Spain

Open: Monday–Saturday from 8 am to 8.30 pm

Phone: +34 93 413 23 03

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