We visited this covered open air market on our last day in Barcelona before boarding our cruise…read moreship. Our tour guide the previous day advised us to wait until around 10-1030 before arriving to ensure vendors were open. We heeded his advice and yet 1/3 of the stalls were either still setting up or had not yet arrived so be aware of this when visiting. The area has plenty of space for lots to walk and gather, though there isn't much space to sit down and eat. There are a plethora of food stalls, fresh juices, sweets, meats and more. We wandered up and down each aisle stopping when we saw something interesting. We tried pastries, olives, tacos, candies and flavored salts. This was a great spot to pick up gifts for people back home.

The famous Mercat La Boqueria! Came here to check it out…read moresince I didn't get the chance to go last time I was in Barcelona. Many of the stalls inside closed up already by the time I visited, ~5pm. There's a bunch of stalls selling pretty much the same things: seafood, fried seafood, jamon, fresh fruit, fruit juices, and empanadas. We ended up trying raw oysters, 10€ for 4 & chose half salted & half unsalted. I personally preferred the unsalted one though it was brinier. I heard great things about their fresh fruit juices. If I didn't already grab a couple sugary drinks before visiting, I would've totally try some!

One of many farmer's type markets sprinkled around Barcelona (and in all Spanish cities), this one…read moreis in the Gracia neighborhood. All your grocery shopping can be done here daily, (bakery, fruit, veggies, meat, fish, charcuterie etc) although not all the stalls are always open except for the main shopping days, usually Saturday and Monday. Go early to get the best selections. It's not crowded so a pleasant experience, and reasonable prices.

This mercat is one of the reasons why living in Gracia is so amazing! Think of it as a…read moreneighborhood Boqueria but without the crowds and hoards of tourists. I come here almost daily just to pick up ingredients for a fresh meal. They have it all: fresh seafood stalls, meat butchers, jamon stalls, chicken stands, egg stands, cheese stalls, bacalao stalls, beans, fruits, and veggies... Prices are great and the fresh options you need will be endless! Come in the morning as not all the vendors re-open after siesta. Not alot of English is spoken here so come prepared with your google translation. LOL!

If you don't like crowds, this market is for you. A bit under the radar with more of a…read moreneighborhood and less touristy feel and not as busy as La Boqueria. I arrived shortly after opening (8 am) on a Saturday. As one of our Tour Guides mentioned, the wonderful aromas in a market as you pass the different stands full of fresh/seasonal products is unforgettable. This one has the usual suspects-butchers, fish mongers, olives, nuts, fruit, a stand that had only eggs (a few varieties), Jamon/Iberico Ham only stands and of course various restaurants. I had some breakfast and not breakfast food at Pinotxo Bar (Xuxos, Cafe con Leche, Beef Cheeks and Octopus Galician style. We picked up some croquettes (chorizo) and spinach and chorizo empanadas at another stand-delicious! We also got a jamon/cheese and Serrano ham/cheese croissants for lunch at another spot-also delicious! Overall, packs a big punch for a smaller market and definitely worth a visit.

All the fun discoveries of eating your way through a local market minus the hordes of tourists. For…read morea truly local experience, head to Mercat de Sant Antoni. I enjoyed this market way more than La Boqueria. Manageable crowds and unfussy yet cozy experience. A delight for a leisurely morning of eating through the various stores. From cod croquettes to prosciutto snacks to cheeky morning prosecco and more, there is plenty to discover in the market plus the surrounding stores. There's also a supermarket around the corner for things you can't find in the market. Smaller market but local flair more than makes up for its size.

Great market, so many things to experience. Fresh fruit, ham, cheese, juices, nuts, and more and…read moremore. Worth a visit!

Great small market close to the apartment we rented for our stay in Barcelona. Plenty of vendors…read morewith fresh vegetables, meat, etc. They also have a grocery store attached to the market. Prices were very reasonable and it was easy to get around. Vendors were very friendly and helpful.

Was ok. For a visit. I thought I could do better as a tourist. But good place as a local.read more