Gijón South Market

Built between 1898 and 1899 to designs by architects Mariano Medarde and Buenaventura Junquera, the pentagonal iron structure spans 2,700 square metres and is considered a strong example of 19th-century iron architecture in Asturias. The building underwent a full renovation in the late 1990s and reopened in 2001, retaining its original character while bringing the facilities up to date.

The main draw at Mercado del Sur is fresh fish. Stalls specialise in catch from the Cantabrian Sea, including day-boat fish and shellfish that you won't find in supermarkets. Alongside the seafood, you'll find handmade cheeses from small Asturian producers, homemade chorizos and sausages, seasonal fruit and vegetables, and fresh bread. Prepared food stalls round out the offer if you want a quick bite alongside your shopping. Payment is accepted by card, contactless and mobile as well as cash.

The market is at Plaza Seis de Agosto, 8, in Gijón's El Centro neighbourhood, on the block between Plaza de Europa and Plaza del Seis de Agosto. It's within easy walking distance of the main shopping streets and the old town. Local buses serve the Centro area with several stops close to the plaza. Street parking on surrounding streets fills quickly during morning hours. For more municipal markets in Gijón, including La Camocha in the southern outskirts, check the full city listings.