La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market
The Boqueria Market, located right on Barcelona’s Rambla, is one of the most visited food markets in Europe, with more than three hundred stalls selling fish, meat, fruit, vegetables, and prepared foods to enjoy on the spot. It combines daily use by locals and restaurant owners with a heavy influx of tourists. Visiting the Boqueria in Barcelona is a must-do experience to discover fresh Mediterranean produce under its distinctive iron-and-glass roof, right in the heart of Ciutat Vella.
What will I find at this market?
General Goods, Food, Fruit and Vegetables
Everything You Need to Know
Get to Know the Market
A little background
he market’s origins date back to 1586, when the convent of the Discalced Carmelites of San José was established on the site it occupies today. After the convent burned down during the anticlerical riots of July 25, 1835, the space became available for commercial use. The market became a permanent fixture in 1840, with construction on the roof symbolically beginning on St. Joseph’s Day, and in 1914 the current metal roof—which today characterizes the building—was inaugurated. Throughout the 20th and 21st centuries, it has undergone successive renovations, the last of which was completed in the year 2000, establishing itself as the most visited market with the greatest variety of goods in Catalonia, with vendors who now also offer Japanese, Italian, Greek, and Arab specialties alongside the traditional local produce.
How to Find the Market
Who's in the market?
There are currently no vendors with valid authorization in this market.
Coming Soon
The list of vendors will appear here as soon as the first valid authorizations are granted.
A unique experience
Tradition and Experience
A historic market, organized by the City Council with all the necessary safeguards.
Wide variety
Dozens of street vendors selling local products, handicrafts, and more.
Unique Setting
Enjoy the town's atmosphere and get to know the local shopkeepers.
Easy access
Well-connected and with a parking area nearby.
How to Get There and Park
Parking, public transportation, and services near the market.
⏱ Estimated time: 60–120 min
Where can I park?
How do I get there by public transportation?
You can park at Aparcament La Boqueria (just a step away, 76 m away) or take meter from La Rambla / Mercat de la Boqueria (the stop is just a step away, 96 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
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How to Get a Stall at the La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market market, located at Barcelona? To sell as a street vendor, you need a municipal street vending permit or license: this is issued by the town council, not the market itself, and typically requires that you be registered as a self-employed individual or a business, be in good standing with the tax authorities and Social Security, and have liability insurance that covers the stall.
La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Barcelona town council; please check it before submitting your application.
Applications are submitted to the town council, usually online or in person, and may be granted directly (if there are open stalls) or through a public call for stall applications with a waiting list when demand exceeds the number of available stalls. You can download the municipal ordinance on street vending from Barcelona (check the town council’s official website to make sure it’s still in effect, in case it has been updated).
Contact the Commerce or Markets Department of the town council of Barcelona to find out the exact procedure.
- Contact the town council's commerce or markets department
- Gather the necessary documentation: registration as a self-employed individual or business, proof of being up to date with the tax authorities and Social Security, and liability insurance
- Submit the application for a street vending permit (through the online portal or at the registry office)
- Pay the applicable municipal fee, if required by the town council
- Pick up your authorization and bring it with you on market day
Frequently Asked Questions for Merchants
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Documents and Resources
All official market documentation in one place.
La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market — street market in the municipality of Barcelona
The "La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market" is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Barcelona (Cataluña). Its stalls offer a variety of items, including “textile products, footwear, fresh food, handicrafts, accessories, and household goods,” in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere that makes it a regular destination for locals and visitors alike. The municipality has 1,731,649 inhabitants.
La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Monday 08:00–20:30 · Tuesday 08:00–20:30 · Wednesday 08:00–20:30 · Thursday 08:00–20:30 · Friday 08:00–20:30 · Saturday 08:00–20:30.
The "La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Barcelona for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Barcelona, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the meter is “La Rambla / Mercat de la Boqueria,” which is 96 meters away. For those traveling by car, Aparcament La Boqueria is 76 meters away.
If the La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market is too far away, or if you want to plan a route through several markets in the area, here are the closest street markets by geographical proximity:
- Colectivo de Artesanos de Alimentación (Plaça del Pi) Fair (Barcelona) 204 m
- Numismática y Filatelia Market (Barcelona) 352 m
- Mercado Gótico (Barcelona) 353 m
- Drap-Art Sustainable Market (Barcelona) 363 m
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Els Encants Vells - Mercat dels Encants · Barceloneta Craft Market · Palau del Mar Craft Market.
La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market FAQs
Where is the "La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market"? La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market is located in the municipality of Barcelona (Cataluña).
What can you buy at the "La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market"? At La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market, you'll find textile products, footwear, fresh food, handicrafts, accessories, and household goods, among other typical items from street markets.
On which days is the "La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market" open? La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Monday 08:00–20:30 · Tuesday 08:00–20:30 · Wednesday 08:00–20:30 · Thursday 08:00–20:30 · Friday 08:00–20:30 · Saturday 08:00–20:30.
What time does the "La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market" open and close? La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market is open from Monday 08:00–20:30 · Tuesday 08:00–20:30 · Wednesday 08:00–20:30 · Thursday 08:00–20:30 · Friday 08:00–20:30 · Saturday 08:00–20:30. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market" open today? Yes, the "La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market" opens today on 6 October. The schedule is available at from 08:00 to 20:30.
Is the "La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market" open tomorrow? Yes, the "La Boqueria (Sant Josep) Market" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 08:00 to 20:30.