Mercat de l'Olivar
Mercat de l'Olivar
4.5
7:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Monday
7:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Wednesday
7:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 2:30 PM
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Mojoblue717
Manchester, UK2,938 contributions
Sep 2022
Last visited here in 2012, when staying in Cala D'Or, and had the most wonderful & inexpensive Tapas meal ever This time we were in Alcudia and caught the bus into Palme for a day out, making sure that one of our first stops was at this wonderful Market, which is only a short walk from the main train/bus interchange at Placa Espana. We were not disappointed. The place has had quite a makeover since we were last here, but lost none of its charm or atmosphere. The displays of Seafood, Fruit & Veg, etc, on its stalls are second to none, and many of the numerous eateries have gone quite upmarket. We even found the same place we eat last time we were here, Bar del Peix and once again had a lovely Tapas lunch, which cost us just short of 12E, with drinks. It's just a great place to walk round, look at the wonderful displays, people watch & soak in the atmosphere. A visit to Palma, without a call into this Market is a day unfulfilled. Don't miss it
Written September 30, 2022
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saronic
Zurich, Switzerland26,183 contributions
Dec 2021
On the place with the same name, the now 70 years old Mercat de l'Olivar (olive grove) with over 100 stalls is considered to be the biggest covered market in Mallorca. It can be found near Plaza España with the Estacion Intermodal, but is also quite close to the Plaza Mayor. Renewed several times since its first opening it is an airy and clean place full of light.
The choice of anything edible is enormous, be it vegetables, fruits, meat, cheese, breads or spices. For obvious reasons the fish and seafood gets sold in a separate hall, very big too. In between there are tapas bars. On the way to the 'primera planta' with the supermarket 'Mercadona' are toilets.
What especially intrigued me here was the discovery of a vegetable I had never seen before, a 'Zucchiolo'. To buy it I first had to get a ticket with a number. This is the case at most busy stalls. Back home I had my wife prepare this completely round vegetable after we read about it in the internet. Apparently it was developed in Almeria and is only on the markets since last November, thus less than a month ago.
It can be eaten raw and cooked and for me it was like a mixture between a zucchini and a cucumber. It comes in three colors: dark green, light green and yellow.
The choice of anything edible is enormous, be it vegetables, fruits, meat, cheese, breads or spices. For obvious reasons the fish and seafood gets sold in a separate hall, very big too. In between there are tapas bars. On the way to the 'primera planta' with the supermarket 'Mercadona' are toilets.
What especially intrigued me here was the discovery of a vegetable I had never seen before, a 'Zucchiolo'. To buy it I first had to get a ticket with a number. This is the case at most busy stalls. Back home I had my wife prepare this completely round vegetable after we read about it in the internet. Apparently it was developed in Almeria and is only on the markets since last November, thus less than a month ago.
It can be eaten raw and cooked and for me it was like a mixture between a zucchini and a cucumber. It comes in three colors: dark green, light green and yellow.
Written December 25, 2021
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josephzebley
Elkton, MD132 contributions
Jul 2021 • Friends
If you are in Palma for the first time take an hour and stop looking at old stones, churches, convents ( as lovely as they are) get away from the tourist trap Tapas bars and amble over to a real working urban market. The bounty of the farm and the sea and the splendors of balesric cuisine are all here. Make your own, fresh, delicate, and much more affordable tapas choices right from the vendors! Relish in the mountains of fresh balearic seafood! If you want sit down with the locals and enjoy croquettes, skewers, and a myriad of seafood tapas or if you like REALLY fresh sushi!
No need to go upstairs ( shops and standard supermarket) unless you are in a B&B and need to stock up on staples.
No need to go upstairs ( shops and standard supermarket) unless you are in a B&B and need to stock up on staples.
Written July 8, 2021
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SB01
Krakow, Poland743 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
Large and busy market full of stalls selling, fish, fruit, meat and local specialities. It’s particularly interesting around 3 pm on Friday when the stall holders close up and gather around the tapas bars. It’s a rather unique buzz.
Written February 17, 2023
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Stuart S
Suffolk, UK167 contributions
Gorgeous displays of fresh food in one big, central indoor market - nothing like we have in the UK !
Mar 2023 • Couples
Very large central market, with all the typical wonderful fresh displays of fish, fruit, vegetables, cheese, nuts and other foods. Several tapas bars inside too. The building itself isn't beautiful - more practical. (Not as good or beautiful as Valencia's central market). Not too busy in March but can imagine it gets crowded in high season. Another large market we visited in the Santa Catalina area of Palma was just as good.
Written March 31, 2023
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Anne S
Gdansk, Poland62 contributions
Oct 2021 • Friends
If you are a foodie and like to see vibrant colours and lots of fresh produce from bakery to butcher, greengrocers to fish shop this market is for you. Its both full of tourists and majorcans with a buzz of busy businesses that are years in the making. There are lovely smells and busy stalls with people having coffee, tapas and/or wine - despite the early morning! Fish stalls were a bit empty but this may be due to the day or time of day we visited.
Written October 6, 2021
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Aqua_Uomo
Toronto, Canada7,994 contributions
Feb 2020
Not cheap but a lot of variety, especially fish. Pictures with prices attached. Locals shop mostly at supermarkets like Mercadona or Lidl, prices are more affordable.
It is a busy place so pace yourself, live the vibe of a busy market. You can get a snack or a drink inside or in the plaza in front of the market. Not a must see place but why not if you are in the area, which you will probably be as is close to Placa Major and Sant Miguel, major tourist strip.
It is a busy place so pace yourself, live the vibe of a busy market. You can get a snack or a drink inside or in the plaza in front of the market. Not a must see place but why not if you are in the area, which you will probably be as is close to Placa Major and Sant Miguel, major tourist strip.
Written March 9, 2020
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jdav1970
London, UK114 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
Exactly what I say in the title.
This is the best value and quality in the city!
Great choice and absolutely delicious options.
Choose your food and take it upstairs to Manolo at Bar Restaurant Anfós and get it cooked super-fresh!
This is the best value and quality in the city!
Great choice and absolutely delicious options.
Choose your food and take it upstairs to Manolo at Bar Restaurant Anfós and get it cooked super-fresh!
Written July 30, 2022
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JanFraser
Scotland, UK38 contributions
Oct 2021 • Couples
Great market with wide variety of places to eat. We enjoyed tapas but the fish foodstalls looked great and were very busy. Lovely food and wine and the bar we stopped at had a nice local feel to it.
Written October 29, 2021
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michelfrancois2014
Slough, UK381 contributions
Nov 2019 • Solo
Fabulous Market with excellent local produce. No need for shopping as I was staying in a hotel. Tried out two of the awesome seafood Tapas bars. Great displays and super-fresh seafood. Had fried baby Octopus, vegetable garnished Mussels, Salmon Tartare and just three of the best Oysters I’ve ever tasted. Reasonably priced and you can order as you go. All washed down with cool Estrella Galicia beer. Terrific service and buzzing atmosphere. Only negative is it shuts down about 4pm so don’t leave it too late!
Written August 26, 2020
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larousse91
Appleby-in-Westmorland, UK20 contributions
Are there toilets and where are they?
saronic
Zurich, Switzerland26,183 contributions
There are toilets on the way to the upper floor.
Svetlana V
Санкт-Петербург, Russia
Добрый день. Какие нужны документы для торговли не продовольственных товарами на этом рынке?
Hola me gustaría saber si el viernes 12 de octubre ya que es fiesta abren la pescaderia
Eduard062
Vienna, Austria153 contributions
Ich verstehe nicht spanisch
Georgia L
Birmingham, UK144 contributions
Hi I’m in Palma for my birthday on Wednesday 22nd August.. I love markets !! But is this one only a fish market ? Or is there other kind of local products sold etc cakes/pastry’s/clothing items/gifts ...
Thankyou Georgia :)
krazymag
Taipei, Taiwan470 contributions
Hi Georgia,
There are cakes, pastry and sweet in the main food market not clothes. There are a couple of shops in downtown selling gifts in good price too. Clothes shops are more or less the same brand as in the UK, some cheaper Chinese shops in town may have some cheaper beach wearers. Have a great time in Palma. 😊 Maggie
Georgia L
Birmingham, UK144 contributions
Hi I’m in Palma for my birthday on Wednesday 22nd August.. I love markets !! But is this one only a fish market ? Or is there other kind of local products sold etc cakes/pastry’s/clothing items/gifts ...
Thankyou Georgia :)
Breckski587
Drumbo, UK749 contributions
Hi Georgia, the market has everything. Fish, meat, vegetables, fruit, sweets, confectionery, pastries (try the Ensaimada!) and several Tapas bars. I don't remember any shops selling clothing, though. You could buy presents in some of the deli type shops.
19Linda67
Newquay, UK13 contributions
Hi
Is the Market in Palma on the same day each week? If so . . . what day?
Thanks.
Linda
Elderly Traveller
Bournemouth, UK1,254 contributions
It’s open from Monday to Friday from 7am to 2.30pm and partially open on Friday from 2.30pm to 8pm. Saturdays from 7am until 3pm. Usually closed on Sundays.
There’s a good website
Hope this helps
nsmitvandijk
Llucmajor, Spain
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ARTHUR M
Recife, PE10,662 contributions
Öffnungszeiten
• Montags bis freitags* von 07.00 bis 14.30 Uhr
• *Freitags von 14.30 Uhr bis 20.00 Uhr
• Samstags von 07.00 bis 15.00 Uhr
• Sonntags geschlossen • Feiertags: bitte nachfragen
Mercat de l'Olivar (Palma de Mallorca) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
Frequently Asked Questions about Mercat de l'Olivar
- Mercat de l'Olivar is open:
- Mon - Sat 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM
- We recommend booking Mercat de l'Olivar tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 4 Mercat de l'Olivar tours on Tripadvisor
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- (0.12 mi) Convent de la Missió, grand luxury boutique hotel Adults Only
- (0.11 mi) MHOUSE Hotel
- (0.15 mi) Ca n’Alexandre
- (0.18 mi) AH Art Hotel Palma
- (0.09 mi) Sant Miquel Homes - Turismo De Interior
- Restaurants near Mercat de l'Olivar:
- (0.01 mi) Mercado del Olivar
- (0.01 mi) Yosushi
- (0.01 mi) Ostras
- (0.01 mi) Il Cantone Di Marta
- (0.01 mi) Q.Como