Mercado de la Barriada de La Paz Cadiz
At a Glance
Best Time
8-11am
Vendors
11+ stalls
Speciality
Seafood
Price Level
€€
Parking
Nearby
Local Tip
A locals-only experience - This isn't on any tourist trail. If you're staying in La Paz or want to see how Gaditanos actually shop away from the old town, this is it.
Video Tour of Mercado de la Barriada de La Paz Cadiz
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What You'll Find
Highlights
Cádiz's Newest Market
Mercado de la Barriada de La Paz is what happens when a neighbourhood demands its market back.
After years without a dedicated public market, residents of La Paz campaigned for a new hub, and in 2019, this modern, glass-fronted building opened its doors.
It's small, just 11 stalls, but perfectly formed. Clean lines, natural light, and quality over quantity.
This is a privately managed market hall designed for the community it serves.
History
The La Paz neighbourhood went years without proper market facilities after its original market closed.
Local residents and business owners pushed for renewal, and the result was this purpose-built hall as part of a wider neighbourhood regeneration plan.
The 2019 opening brought modern design principles to a traditional market format with glass frontage, tiled details, individual signage, and wide aisles that make the compact space feel open and bright.
What to Buy
The 11 stalls cover all essentials:
Fishmongers (3 stalls)
Atlantic-caught seafood from local waters:
- Dorada (gilt-head bream)
- Cuttlefish and squid
- Fresh fish cleaned to order
Butchers (3 stalls)
Regional meats and prepared products:
- Local cuts of pork and beef
- Fresh poultry
- Prepared meats
Delicatessen (1 stall)
The speciality stop:
- Iberian cold cuts
- Local cheeses
- Olives and preserves
Fruit and Vegetables (3 stalls)
Produce from nearby orchards and greenhouses.
Frozen Foods (1 stall)
Practical staples for family kitchens.
Café
The social heart of the market - where regulars meet for morning coffee and conversation.
Do's
- Stop at the café for morning coffee
- Ask fishmongers about the day's catch
- Support this community revival project
- Appreciate the modern design touches
Don'ts
- Expect the scale of Mercado Central - this is intimate
- Miss the delicatessen for Iberian specialties
- Arrive after 1pm - it closes at 2pm
Getting There
The market is on Calle Barbate in the La Paz neighbourhood:
- By bus: Local lines serve the La Paz district
- By car: Street parking available nearby
- On foot: About 15 minutes from the old town
For the main Cádiz market experience, see Mercado Central de Abastos.
For all options, visit our Cádiz markets guide.
Location & Map
C. Barbate, 11, Cádiz, 11012, Cadiz
Frequently Asked Questions
The market is open Monday to Saturday from 8am to 2pm. Closed Sundays.
The market has 11 stalls: 3 fishmongers, 3 butchers, 3 fruit/vegetable vendors, 1 delicatessen, 1 frozen foods stand, and a café.
The market opened in 2019 after a neighbourhood campaign for market facilities. It's a modern, privately managed market hall built as part of the La Paz regeneration plan.
If you want a local experience away from tourists, yes. It's small but quality-focused, with a café where neighbourhood regulars gather. Not comparable to Mercado Central in scale, but authentic.
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