Market Hall Mercat Olivar Palma, Mallorca

Mercat de l’Olivar in Palma is the city’s largest and most famous covered food market, located right in the historic centre between Plaça d’Espanya and Carrer Sant Miquel at Plaça de l’Olivar 4. It is a year‑round, multi‑day market rather than a single “weekly market day”, and is considered a must‑visit culinary hotspot for anyone staying in Palma or passing through.

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Opening days and hours

The market is open Monday to Saturday, closed on Sundays and public holidays.

​Standard hours for the stalls are:

• Monday to Friday: 7:00 – 14:30 (with partial afternoon opening to 20:00 on some days, especially Fridays).
• ​Saturday: 7:00 – 15:00.

​The gastronomy / tapas and bar area generally stays open longer, typically until about 16:00 from Monday to Saturday.

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Location and how to get there

Mercat de l’Olivar sits in the heart of Palma, at Plaça de l’Olivar 4, between Plaça d’Espanya and the pedestrian shopping street Carrer Sant Miquel. It is only a short walk from Palma’s main bus and train hub at Plaça d’Espanya, making it very easy to reach by public transport from across the island.

​The market building has multiple entrances on different sides and is fully accessible, with underground parking directly beneath the market – helpful if you are shopping with a rental car or buying larger quantities. From the outside, you step straight from busy shopping streets into the bright, modern hall that was originally built in 1951 and later refurbished.

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What to expect: food halls and products

Mercat de l’Olivar is a pure food and gastronomy market with some specialty shops, spread over more than 5,000 m² and over 100 stalls. You will find:

• ​Fish and seafood: one of the best and most comprehensive fish halls on Mallorca, with freshly caught fish, shellfish and seafood displayed on ice.
• ​Meat and charcuterie: butchers and charcuterie counters offering fresh meat, sausages, jamón, sobrassada and other cured products.
• ​Fruit and vegetables: colourful stalls with seasonal produce from Mallorca and beyond, including citrus fruits, tomatoes, peppers, avocados and more.
• ​Cheese, olives and delicatessen: a wide range of Spanish and Mallorcan cheeses, olives, pickles, oils, vinegars and gourmet items.
• ​Bread, pastries and sweets: bakeries and patisseries where you can buy ensaimadas, cocas and other typical baked goods.

​In addition to raw ingredients, the market has numerous tapas bars, oyster and sushi counters and small restaurants where dishes are prepared with products from the surrounding stalls, allowing you to eat and drink directly in the market. This makes Mercat de l’Olivar attractive both as a place for everyday shopping and as a culinary stop during a city walk.

Atmosphere and who it’s for

Mercat de l’Olivar serves locals, restaurateurs and tourists alike, which creates a mixed, lively yet still authentic atmosphere. In the early morning, many locals shop for fresh produce; as the day goes on, more visitors arrive to explore the stalls and enjoy tapas and wine in the central bar areas.

​Because it is covered and centrally located, it is an excellent choice for:

• Food lovers who want to discover Mallorcan ingredients and specialities.
• Travellers looking for a rain‑proof or heat‑proof activity in Palma.
• Anyone wanting to combine market shopping with a city‑centre stroll, as Sant Miquel, Plaça Major and surrounding shopping streets are just outside the doors.

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Practical tips for visiting Mercat de l’Olivar

Go early in the morning (around 8:00–10:30) for the most authentic local feel and the best choice at fish and produce stalls.

​Plan a late breakfast or early lunch at the tapas bars or sushi counters; the gastronomy zone stays open longer than the fresh‑produce stands.

​If you are driving, use the underground car park directly beneath the market, but be aware it can get busy around midday.

Link to our experience.

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