La Cebada Market
The Mercado de la Cebada is a municipal food market located in the square of the same name, in the heart of the La Latina neighborhood, in Madrid’s historic center. It is one of the capital’s most iconic markets, with more than 6,000 square meters spread across two retail floors, a storage floor, and a parking floor. It is recognizable from the outside by its six large red vaulted roofs, a distinctive feature of La Latina’s urban landscape. Its stalls offer fruit, vegetables, fish, seafood, meats, Iberian cured meats, cheeses, and gourmet products, and in recent years it has been reinventing itself with tasting areas, kitchens, and community activities that coexist alongside the traditional stalls.
What will I find at this market?
Food
Everything You Need to Know
Get to Know the Market
A little background
laza de la Cebada has been home to outdoor commercial activity since the 16th century, when farmers from the outskirts came to sell barley intended both for the king’s cavalry and for private consumption—an activity that gave the square its name. By the late 18th century, Madrid’s population growth made it necessary to provide the city with covered markets to ensure better sanitary conditions. The market’s first building was designed in 1868 by architect Mariano Calvo y Pereira, modeled after Les Halles in Paris, with a wrought-iron structure made in London resting on a foundation of ashlar and brick. Construction began in 1870, and the market was inaugurated on June 11, 1875, by King Alfonso XII. That 19th-century building was demolished in 1956 due to hygiene issues and replaced in 1958 by the current building, with its functional design and red vaulted ceilings, which continues to serve as a commercial landmark in the La Latina neighborhood.
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Who's in the market?
There are currently no vendors with valid authorization in this market.
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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?
Services and Accessibility
You can park at Underground parking garage (just a step away, 40 m away) or take bus from Plaza de la Cebada (the stop is just a step away, 98 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
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Other markets located near this one due to their geographical proximity.
How to Get a Stall in the La Cebada Market Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the La Cebada Market market, located at Madrid? Since this is a permanent (food) market hall, access to a stall is not handled as street vending: it is obtained through a concession, lease, or transfer of an existing stall, typically through the town council or the merchants’ association that manages the market.
La Cebada Market opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Madrid town council; please check it before submitting your application.
When a stall becomes available, it is usually awarded through direct concession; if there are multiple interested parties, the town council may hold a public selection process with a waiting list. The transfer of an already occupied stall, if permitted, is negotiated with the outgoing owner and requires municipal approval.
You can contact the Madrid town council at atencionalciudadano@012.madrid.org.
- Contact the town council's commerce or markets department, or the market merchants' association
- Gather the necessary documentation: registration as a self-employed individual or business, and proof that you are up to date with your tax and Social Security obligations
- Submit the application for a concession, lease, or transfer of the stall
- Pay the applicable municipal fee or tax, if required by the town council
- Pick up your pass and take your assigned stall
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La Cebada Market — street market in the municipality of Madrid
The “La Cebada Market” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Madrid. Its stalls offer a variety of products—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 3,506,730 inhabitants.
La Cebada Market is open Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Monday 09:00–14:00 · Tuesday 09:00–14:00 · Wednesday 09:00–14:00 · Thursday 09:00–14:00 · Friday 09:00–14:00 · Saturday 09:00–14:00.
The "La Cebada Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Madrid for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Madrid, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the La Cebada Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Plaza de la Cebada,” which is 98 meters away. For those traveling by car, Aparcamiento subterráneo is 40 meters away.
If the La Cebada 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:
- Madrid (domingo) Street Market (Madrid) 277 m
- San Miguel Street Market (Madrid) 483 m
- San Miguel Market (Madrid) 493 m
- Productos de Madrid - Casa María Street Market (Madrid) 959 m
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Bodega y Cocina Gárate · Feria-Mercado de Artesanía de la Comunidad de Madrid · Alcorisa-Silvano Street Market.
The street market is located in the neighborhood of Barrio de la Latina, one of the districts or areas of the municipality of Madrid.
La Cebada Market FAQs
Where is the "La Cebada Market"? La Cebada Market is located in the municipality of Madrid.
What can you buy at the "La Cebada Market"? At La Cebada 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 Cebada Market" open? La Cebada Market is open Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Monday 09:00–14:00 · Tuesday 09:00–14:00 · Wednesday 09:00–14:00 · Thursday 09:00–14:00 · Friday 09:00–14:00 · Saturday 09:00–14:00.
What time does the "La Cebada Market" open and close? La Cebada Market is open from Monday 09:00–14:00 · Tuesday 09:00–14:00 · Wednesday 09:00–14:00 · Thursday 09:00–14:00 · Friday 09:00–14:00 · Saturday 09:00–14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "La Cebada Market" open today? Yes, the "La Cebada Market" opens today on 6 October. The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.
Is the "La Cebada Market" open tomorrow? Yes, the "La Cebada Market" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.