Mercado Central de Abastos, Salamanca

Name: Mercado Central de Abastos
Address: Salamanca, Spain

#18 among attractions in Salamanca

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The Central Market of Salamanca is a food market in the city of Salamanca. It is located in the center of the Plaza del Mercado adjacent to the Plaza Mayor. It was designed by the Jerez architect Joaquín de Vargas y Aguirre in the early twentieth century. Inside, the typical ingredients of the gastronomy of the province of Salamanca are offered for sale. The market was restored in 2001.

Coordinates: 40°57'53"N, 5°39'47"W

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Mercado Central de Abastos – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Plaza Mayor, Monument to Columbus, Convento de las Dueñas, Plaza de Toros La Glorieta.

~310 ftNW
18th-century baroque public square
Plaza Mayor, Salamanca
2 min walk • Plaza Mayor is the heart of Salamanca, a city known for its stunning Renaissance architecture and rich academic history in western Spain. This grand square, enclosed by baroque buildings, is widely considered one of the most beautiful plazas in Spain and serves as a...
~1440 ftS
Monuments and statues
Monument to Columbus, Salamanca
7 min walk • The Monument to Columbus, located in the historic city of Salamanca, Spain, pays tribute to one of history's most renowned explorers, Christopher Columbus. This striking monument, which was unveiled in 1892, commemorates the 400th anniversary of Columbus's first voyage...
~1250 ftS
Enduring convent with a scenic cloister
Convento de las Dueñas, Salamanca
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Salamanca, Spain, the Convento de las Dueñas is a historical gem that embodies the spiritual and architectural heritage of this storied city. Founded in 1419, the Dominican convent is renowned for its remarkable cloister, which is a...
0.8 miN
Historical place, Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue
Plaza de Toros La Glorieta, Salamanca
21 min walk • Plaza de Toros La Glorieta is an iconic bullring located in the historic city of Salamanca, Spain. This monumental structure is not only a sport venue but also a significant cultural landmark that reflects the traditional Spanish pastime of bullfighting.
~940 ftSW
Shell-covered Spanish Gothic palace
Casa de las Conchas, Salamanca
5 min walk • The Casa de las Conchas is a historical building in Salamanca, central Spain. It currently houses a public library. It was built from 1493 to 1517 by Rodrigo Arias de Maldonado, a knight of the Order of Santiago de Compostela and a professor in the University of Salamanca.
~1120 ftE
Church, Gothic architecture,
Church of Sancti Spiritus, Salamanca
6 min walk • The Church of Sancti Spiritus is a church located in Salamanca, Spain. It was declared Bien de Interés Cultural in 1888.
~1280 ftSW
40°57'42"N • 5°39'56"W
Casa-Museo de Miguel de Unamuno, Salamanca
7 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum
~390 ftN
40°57'56"N • 5°39'49"W
Museo Taurino de Salamanca, Salamanca
2 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum
~1210 ftSW
Baroque architecture, Universities and schools
Pontifical University of Salamanca, Salamanca
6 min walk • The Pontifical University of Salamanca is a private Roman Catholic university based in Salamanca, Spain.
~760 ftSW
Forts and castles, Museum
Palacio de La Salina, Salamanca
4 min walk • The Salina Palace in Salamanca is a building built in Plateresque style with Italian elements, built in 1538. It has an airy facade, courtyard with arches, capitals and corbels of great interest. The architect was Rodrigo Gil de Hontañón.
~1040 ftSW
Church, Architecture
La Clerecía, Salamanca
6 min walk • La Clerecía is the name given to the building of the former Real Colegio del Espíritu Santo de la Compañía de Jesús, built in Salamanca between the 17th and 18th centuries. XVIII. It is of baroque style.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Mercado Central de Abastos?

Nearby attractions include Iglesia de San Julián y Santa Basilisa, Salamanca (2 min walk), Plaza Mayor, Salamanca (2 min walk), Iglesia de San Martín, Salamanca (2 min walk), Museo Taurino de Salamanca, Salamanca (2 min walk).

How to get to Mercado Central de Abastos by public transport?

The nearest stations to Mercado Central de Abastos:

Bus

Plaza del Poeta Iglesias,17 • Lines: 1, 8, 9 (2 min walk)
Plaza San Julián, 6 • Lines: 2 (3 min walk)

Train

Alamedilla (10 min walk)
Salamanca (23 min walk)