Mercato Delle Vettovaglie
Mercato Delle Vettovaglie
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7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Porthcawl, UK195 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
This was certainly the place to visit in the city centre. Easy to find off the main shopping street, but basically follow the locals. A stunningly beautiful interior.
Superb choice of food from all over Tuscany region. It makes you realise the importance of cooking with fresh ingredients.
Outside there was also another food market on the square plus many stalls selling clothes and everything else.
I would recommend a visit. There is a canal on other side of market, part of canal system going through city centre.
Superb choice of food from all over Tuscany region. It makes you realise the importance of cooking with fresh ingredients.
Outside there was also another food market on the square plus many stalls selling clothes and everything else.
I would recommend a visit. There is a canal on other side of market, part of canal system going through city centre.
Written October 29, 2023
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Kristiina76
Finland37 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
Livorno is a city full of life that has many restaurants and hotels. Outside the city there are two big malls. Livorno is a right place if you love the sea and sun. Don't forget to visit Mascagni lungomare at the sunset time.
Written October 3, 2022
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Apr 2023 • Family
We arrived here by cruise ship. As we have young children we didn’t want a long excursion to Pisa or Florence so decided to visit the market instead. Lots of different stalls including fruit, meat, fish… and some interesting surrounding shops. Would highly recommend for a short trip off the boat.
Written April 7, 2023
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Elisabetta C
Milan, Italy63 contributions
Oct 2024 • Couples
Buying in this place, is an experience! Starting from the structure so large, airy, imposing. Getting into it gives you an old-fashioned thrill. Immediately you are attracted by the large schools of fish. Countless varieties of fish and processed fish, typical products, gastronomy and then fruits and vegetables on display. It is a kaleidoscope of perfumes and colors that envelop you and entice you to gourmand and yes, expensive purchases. It is a Point of Sale for those who can and want to spend. But it should be emphasized that the quality is not lacking, as well as the sympathy of those behind the counter. In particular, there is a small bar inside the pavilions. The owner is a lovely guy who in addition to charging a coffee € 1.10, which is now nowhere to be found, he also OFFERED us for pure sympathy, a digestive hot drink of his own invention, freshly prepared with care and excellent ingredients, because he had heard that we had a problem with stomach discomfort. Not even on insistence did she want us to pay her. Well, these things make you love a city!
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Written October 3, 2024
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Shannon M
12 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
We walked to this market which was very close to the city center. It was a very nice working market for those who came home cook. It was nice to see the meat and vegetables. Very limited prepared foods if your looking for a place to purchase a bite to eat.
Written August 26, 2023
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Maria F
Manchester, UK24 contributions
Jun 2015 • Couples
Mercato Centrale of Livorno is a busy market housed in a beatiful building right in the center of the town. Here, one could soak a great atmosphere, just by watching local people going about doing their business, rubbing their shoulders with groups of tourists.
It was fascinating to see pretty little shops selling wine by liter, fresh pasta, best olive oil, cured meat, fish, fresh vegs and juicy fruits.
We stumbled into Caffe del Mercato which introduced us to Il Sincero olive oil, apparently the best extra virgin olive oil of the year. It was rather pricey (17 euros/500 ml), but we never tasted olive oil as beautiful as this. They also served fresh orange juice and great espresso.
If you are in Livorno, make sure you visit this place!
It was fascinating to see pretty little shops selling wine by liter, fresh pasta, best olive oil, cured meat, fish, fresh vegs and juicy fruits.
We stumbled into Caffe del Mercato which introduced us to Il Sincero olive oil, apparently the best extra virgin olive oil of the year. It was rather pricey (17 euros/500 ml), but we never tasted olive oil as beautiful as this. They also served fresh orange juice and great espresso.
If you are in Livorno, make sure you visit this place!
Written June 30, 2015
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SedentaryTraveller
Dublin, Ireland96 contributions
Aug 2014 • Family
Okay, let’s get this straight from the start: although this is a fine market it is not on a par with the Boqueria in Barcelona. With that out of the way let me say that the Mercato Centrale is a lively, bustling market with lots of fish, vegetables, meat and cheese on offer.
Just inside the entrance is an area dedicated to seafood and there you will find the great variety of fish and crustaceans so typical of a continental market. The main hall provides meat and cheese, as well as coffee, pasta, sweets, biscuits and pastries.
The locals make up the bulk of visitors to the market and it is great to watch them laugh, argue and share their troubles via words, exaggerated expressions and gesticulation. My only gripe with the market is that there was not enough seating to allow you to sit back and enjoy the locals in their native habitat. The Italian way to consume coffee is to stand at the counter, so the lack of seats in understandable.
I would suggest you set aside 1-2 hours for a visit to the market, depending on how much you enjoy food and/or watching out Italian cousins interact.
Just inside the entrance is an area dedicated to seafood and there you will find the great variety of fish and crustaceans so typical of a continental market. The main hall provides meat and cheese, as well as coffee, pasta, sweets, biscuits and pastries.
The locals make up the bulk of visitors to the market and it is great to watch them laugh, argue and share their troubles via words, exaggerated expressions and gesticulation. My only gripe with the market is that there was not enough seating to allow you to sit back and enjoy the locals in their native habitat. The Italian way to consume coffee is to stand at the counter, so the lack of seats in understandable.
I would suggest you set aside 1-2 hours for a visit to the market, depending on how much you enjoy food and/or watching out Italian cousins interact.
Written September 30, 2014
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maggy25
Livorno, Italy20 contributions
Oct 2017 • Solo
Open only in the mornings (on Fridays some vendors open on the afyetnoon) the central market was rennovated some years ago, unfortunately by an architect/firm from Pisa -I say unfortunately because of the centuries-long rivalry between Livorno and Pisa. The building is (or was) one of the largest closed markets in Europe. Here you can find fresh fish, meat, cheeses, fresh pasta, anything needed for the typical Italian diet, all sold by typical Livornese merchants. Just outside are the clothing stalls where you can find some unexpected bargains, varying from cheap Chinese and Indian wares to Italian designer labels. Worth a visit if you have a morning to spare in Livorno
Written October 2, 2017
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Britalian83
Livorno, Italy36 contributions
Feb 2016 • Solo
Quoting Emile Zola, this is the pulsating heart of the city. The beautiful, imposing 19th century building comprises more than 200 stalls selling the freshest mest, fish, bakery products, cheeses, eggs and other delicacies. There are also shops selling spices, grains, coffee and sweets. Even if you don't have to buy anything, it's worth a visit for the beauty of the architecture and for watching the hustle and bustle of the locals coming and going. There are a couple of small cafes inside, and recently stall n° 111 was converted in a nice street food spot with seating. For fresh fruit and vegetables instead, head outside to the open-air market in Piazza Cavallotti. Don't forget to try the infamous 5&5 (bread or focaccia stuffed with torta di ceci - just try it yourself) at nearby Gagarin's!
Written February 18, 2016
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JulesAnne
Sydney, Australia68 contributions
Sep 2015 • Business
We run a cooking school in Lucca and initially struggled to find a good market with a wide range of product - then we discovered the Mercato Centrale in Livorno. We haven't gone anywhere else in over six years. The building is beautiful with a very high vaulted ceiling. The range of butchers, dairy products, fruit and vegetables, seafood and almost any other foodstuffs is excellent. All the stall holders are so friendly and helpful. Prices are very good and the quality is high. Unlike the Florence market which has become so touristy, we have never heard another native English speaker. This is where the Livornese shop.
Written May 16, 2016
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Buongiorno, Ho letto bene che sabato 31 marzo sarà aperto tutto il giorno?
Written March 26, 2018
Can u recommend a good hotel by the market
Written January 31, 2017
Hi, there are not much hotels near the market because in the center of the city. The nearest and good hotel is the Granduca in front of the "4 Mori" monument at the beginning of "Via Grande". From there in 5 minutes walk you can be in the center of the city and at the Market.
Written February 5, 2017
come si chiama il negozio all'interno del mercato coperto famoso x le spezie e tutti i tipi di riso cous cous e legumi?
Written September 13, 2016
Buonasera, non ricordo il nome......
Written September 15, 2016
How close is the Mercato Centrale to the cruise terminal? How do I get there? Dora Benley
Written August 25, 2016
Hi Dora,
there's a free bus into the town centre from the terminal then it's less than 10 minutes stroll from the main square there lots of canals to walk alongside. The terminal has a good information office and I think they will give you a map.
Enjoy !
Regards
John
Written August 26, 2016
Is Mercato Centrale within walking distance of the cruise ships?
Written June 2, 2015
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