Day to day life in Barcelona

Food markets are a cornerstone of Barcelona life. Locals shop for fresh produce, seafood, and meats while building trust with vendors. Saturdays are especially lively, as it’s tradition to visit the market, fostering a sense of community and authentic connection.

• Mercat del Ninot in Eixample
• Mercat de Santa Caterina in El Born
• Mercat de la Boqueria in El Raval
• Mercat de Galvany in Sarrià-Sant Gervasi
• Mercat de Sant Antoni in Sant Antoni

The shops in this guest manual highlight the creativity and craftsmanship of Barcelona’s locals. From bookstores to clothing and stationery, each store offers a unique perspective and reflects the city’s authentic character and passion for design.

• Apre ski: clothing store in El Born
• Llibreria Finestres: book store in Eixample
• Miista: shoe store in El Born
• Up Headwear: hat store in El Born
• Raima: stationery store in El Gòtic

If you’re in Barcelona for work, we’ve created a list of coworking spaces for you. These spots offer everything you need to stay productive while enjoying the city’s inspiring atmosphere.

• Betahaus
• Cahoot
• Cloudworks
• IWG
• Monday
• Utopicus