Boqueria Market - Barcelona

 

Boqueria Market - Barcelona

Boqueria Market - Barcelona

Boqueria Market - Barcelona

Boqueria Market - Barcelona

Boqueria Market - Barcelona

Boqueria Market - Barcelona

Boqueria Market - Barcelona

Boqueria Market - Barcelona

Boqueria Market - Barcelona

Boqueria Market - Barcelona

Boqueria Market - Barcelona

Boqueria - Barcelona - 2023

Boqueria - Barcelona - 2023

Boqueria - Barcelona - 2023

Boqueria - Barcelona - 2023

Boqueria - Barcelona - 2023

Boqueria - Barcelona - 2023

Boqueria - Barcelona - 2023

Boqueria - Barcelona - 2023

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Boqueria Market

The Boqueria Market, one of the oldest markets in Barcelona, is no longer in the news, its name being mentioned as early as 1217. Criticized by some for being too crowded, adulated by others for the quality of its products and its small bars. It remains a must on Las Ramblas, a stone's throw from the Liceu and the Plaça de Catalunya.

 

 

The entrance porch, with its Art Nouveau stained glass window, is already an invitation to a gourmet journey. A dream that becomes reality in front of all the colourful stalls presented with great care by the many shopkeepers proud of their stands.

 

A visit to Boqueria Market in video:

 

 

What can you find in La Boqueria? 

You can find everything in La Boqueria: fish, meat, sausages, spices, cheese, vegetables, fruit and fruit juices, pastries, flowers... Fresh and local products that appeal to restaurateurs and locals alike. Many Catalans come here to do their daily shopping. Even more people come to have breakfast or lunch because there are many restaurants, cafés, and tapas bars that have been established in La Boqueria for a long time (a dozen bars for example).

>> In total, La Boqueria has more than 300 stands. With its surface area of 2583 m², it is the largest market in Catalonia.

 

Tip: If you're travelling light, we suggest you simply buy some chillies, Jabugo, chorizo and a few pieces of cheese before you leave.

If you are hungry, take a break at El Quim bar, our favourite tapas bar.

 

What does Boqueria mean?

Boqueria (also known as La Boqueria) is the term for this market whose official name is "Mercat de Sant Josep". The name "Boqueria" is derived from the Catalan word "boc", which means "goat", and refers to the area where the market was originally established in the 13th century as a place for goat traders.

 

The history of the Boqueria market

The first mention of La Boqueria market in Barcelona dates from 1217, when tables were set up near the old city gate to sell meat. From December 1470 onwards, a market for the sale of pigs was held there. At that time, the market was called Mercat Bornet or (until 1794) simply known as Mercat de la Palla (Straw Market).

In the beginning, the market was not fenced in and had no official status; it was considered to be a simple extension of the Plaça Nova market, which then extended to the Plaça del Pi.
Later, the authorities decided to build a separate market on the Rambla, housing mainly fishmongers and butchers. It was not until 1826 that the market was legally recognised and a convention held in 1835 decided to build an official square.
Work began on 19 March 1840 under the direction of the architect Mas Vilà. The market was officially opened the same year, but the plans for the building were modified several times. The official inauguration of the structure finally took place in 1853. In 1911 the new fish market was opened and in 1914 the metal roof that still exists today was built.

 

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Boqueria Market

Rambla, 91, 08001 Barcelona, Spain

Area: Ciutat Vella
Website: la Boqueria Market Barcelona
Opening hours: Everyday from 8am to 8:30pm. Closed on Sundays
Prices: Free entrance
Phone: 00 34 93 318 20 17
Phone 2 : Fax: 00 34 93 301 25 90
Metro/Bus: Liceu
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Last comment
I loved it, even though it was very busy
Lina (16 Sep 2023 - 09:54)
Great market to visit on your way to Barcelona. There are various shops inside and you can stroll around tasting a variety of sweet and savoury foods.
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Last comments

A.P. - 8 Dec 2023 - 09:26
AVOID EQUINOX
Ordered and got something else . Food was cold . Chewing gum on the chairs. Chicken was raw.
mia - 6 Dec 2023 - 09:32
fantastic
Great venue to visit, love the area as well..
CJ - 4 Dec 2023 - 09:44
Americas cup
Where is the best location to stay in Barcelona to see the America's cup?
NICKO ZAVALLIS - 29 Nov 2023 - 08:54
Disgusting service
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guided tour & towers
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5 comments

  1. really great to visit - samB (9 Mar 2023 - 17:06)

    La Boqueria's reputation is justified. Lots of people but stands with high-quality products.
    To be visited ;-)

  2. mercado de la boqueira - Alessandro (30 Sep 2011 - 13:45)

    Rintrato ieri da Barcelona ,tappa d'obbligo.... " El mercado de la boqueira" .
    Si trova di tutto, i prodotti sono esposti in maniera eccezionale in sostanza ...bellissimo! .E poi gli spagnoli sono proprio simpatici, con noi toscani andiamo proprio d'accordo.

  3. sublime - Etienne (19 Jan 2011 - 10:15)

    j'adore la Boqueria. Pourtant nous avons de très beaux marchés dans le sud de la France mais ce marché dégage un truc sympa.. peut être tous ces bars à tapas avec de super petits plats...

  4. Boqueria Market - zan (9 Sep 2009 - 15:45)

    Boqueria Market at the top... if you have little time, do not miss this market..

  5. Marché de la Boqueria à Barcelone - bert (26 Mar 2009 - 16:44)

    un must.. il faut absolument faire un tour au Marché de la Boqueria quand vous êtes à Barcelone!! trop sympa...

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