El Market of the Boquería It is one of the most popular visits among tourists who travel to Barcelona.
It is so touristy that, in fact, in 2015 the town hall of the Barcelona established limitations for the tourist group access.
This measure is a consequence of the request that the merchants of La Boqueria to avoid the large crowds of tourists that occurred at certain times of the day, which apparently disrupted normal commerce among regular customers.
Located in a strategic location in the very touristy Avenue, Near the Lyceum, Boqueria market It has become a benchmark in Europe among the markets that have the most attraction for visitors to Barcelona.
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Curiosities history of the La Boquería Market
Inaugurated in 1840, La Boqueria It is the first of the city's municipal markets.
The commercial spirit of this enclave dates back to the beginning of the 13th century when in the Boqueria Square Meat stalls were set up.
In later centuries, various markets were established in that area and were known by different names.
In reality, the market as we know it today has its origins in the decision made in 1835 to demolish the convent of San José with the intention of creating a plaza similar to the nearby one Royal Square, with its characteristic porticoes, and thus take advantage of it to regulate the traveling market that was set up in the square.
The market was inaugurated in 1840, being the first of the city's municipal markets. In 1914 the metal roof was finished.
Currently, the La Boqueria market is part of Emporion European network of food markets of excellence, being considered one of the most important in the world.
What to see when visiting La Boquería Market
I have already commented more times on this blog that I am passionate about visit the markets during the city visit, because I think it is a very interesting way to measure the pulse of the city.
It had been years since I had visited the La Boquería Market, but in one of the most recent trips to Barcelona I took the opportunity to take a walk through it.
And the truth is that I got a certain impression of being overwhelmed given the large number of tourists who crowded around this market, which currently has about 300 stalls.
A sample of this tourism boom is that many of the stalls offer products designed for the immediate consumption of visitors, such as juices or fruit glasses that are sold for one euro or 1,50 euros.
La limitation of access to La Boquería for tourists It is for groups of 15 or more people, and covers only Friday and Saturday mornings.
In any case, the truth is that despite the rush of people who visit it every day, La Boqueria It maintains much of its charm.
Another question is whether excess tourism will ultimately end up killing the Hen of golden eggs.
Visiting times for La Boquería Market
The visiting hours of the La Boquería Market in Barcelona are, Monday to Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 20,30:XNUMX p.m.
Its location is in La Rambla of Barcelona nº 91.
Juices and chopped fruits without hygienic guarantees or expiration dates INTOLERABLE