The Market of San Miguel (
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: ''Mercado de San Miguel'') is a covered market located in
Madrid
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. Originally built in 1916, it was purchased by private investors in 2003 who renovated the iron structure and reopened it in 2009.
Overview
San Miguel Market is the most popular market in Madrid among tourists since it is located in the centre of Madrid, within walking distance from
Plaza Mayor. The market is not a traditional grocery market but a gourmet tapas market, with over 30 different vendors selling a wide variety of freshly prepared tapas, hams, olives, baked goods and other foods. Beer, wine and champagne are also available.
Gallery
File:Mercado De San Micuel Madrid exterior two.jpg, An exterior daylight view of the Mercado de San Miguel in Madrid
File:Mercado de San Micuel Madrid.jpg, Exterior of the Mercado De San Miguel in Madrid
File:Wine and cheese snacks Mercado de San Micuel Madrid.jpg, Wine and cheese snacks sold in stalls at the Mercado de San Miguel in Madrid
File:Tapas in Mercado de San Micuel in Madrid.jpg, One of many tapas stalls in the Mercado de San Miguel in Madrid
File:Interior Mercado de San Micuel 1.jpg, Interior of Mercado de San Miguel showing people meeting for tapas and drinks
See also
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Mercado de Campo de Ourique,
Lisbon
References
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1916 establishments in Spain
Buildings and structures completed in 1916
Retail markets in Spain
Buildings and structures in Palacio neighborhood, Madrid
Tourist attractions in Madrid
Bien de Interés Cultural landmarks in Madrid
Iron and steel buildings
Food markets
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