Central Food Market of Cádiz

Forty stalls trade under one roof here, so nothing stops for rain or the Atlantic wind. The building has public toilets, and it is wheelchair accessible throughout, with step-free access to the stalls and the food court.

Stallholders take cash, and most also take contactless cards and mobile payments, so you do not need to hunt for an ATM before you go. For a specific counter or a large order, the market's number is +34 956 214 191.

Fish and seafood are the reason most people walk in, and the fish counters are the busiest part of the hall, best visited in the morning while the ice is still piled high.

Around them you'll find everything a weekly shop needs: meat and poultry counters, fresh fruit and vegetables, cheese and dairy, and bread and bakery stalls. Prices are set counter by counter, so it is worth walking a full lap before you buy.

Staying in the old town puts you within easy walking distance of the Central Food Market, and Barrio del Pópulo is a great base with bags of character. For a reliable, well-located hotel, Hotel Argantonio is a popular choice that regularly gets strong reviews from visitors.

If you prefer something a little more polished, Parador de Cádiz sits right on the waterfront and is hard to beat for comfort and views. Either way, you can walk to the market in minutes from anywhere in the historic centre.

The address is Plaza de la Libertad, 11005 Cádiz, a few minutes' walk from the main squares of the old town. Streets in the historic centre are narrow and parking is scarce, so walking or the bus is the practical choice. For open-air stalls elsewhere in the city see street markets in Cádiz.