La Boqueria

A sprawling shrine to fresh produce, right on Barcelona's main artery - Las Ramblas - La Boqueria is the kind of market that would have Jamie Oliver searching for superlatives (...and coming up with 'pucker'). Everything from bulls' tails to black eels are on sale, and if you're eating out in Barcelona chances are your main course was plucked still wriggling from one of Boqueria's bustling stalls - even Ferran Adria of El Bulli fame does his shopping here. Saturday mornings can be a bit of a stampede, whilst Sunday the market is closed but otherwise turn up anytime between 0800 and 2030. The best deals lie in the centre and towards the rear of the market where tourists are less plentiful.

"Its really amazing waht you can find here at La Boqueria in Barcelona. crazy creepy fish and creatures all for sale. Tons of sweets and candies, preserves. I think it's the most lively place in the whole city. Bring your camera because there are so many amazing sights and colours"

Simone
Australia
Jan.29.2010
Overall rating 5/5

"Since I moved to Barcelona from Buenos Aires I have made La Boqueria my main market.. it is wonderful so much good food. My boyfriend is also very happy because I cook for him.. I know such traditional girl am I!!!"

Barbara
Argentina
Jun.03.2009
Overall rating 5/5