The dazzling terrace of the Cotton House Hotel hosts this market where you'll find top-quality design objects focusing on home décor and fashion. Live music and delicious food complete the experience.

When: September and December.
How to get there: Metro L4-Girona, L1/L4-Urquinaona, L2-Tetuan | Bus 7, 54, H12.

If you have a foodie spirit, you can't miss this market showcasing the best dishes prepared by local producers and chefs-turned-entrepreneurs. Come and experience cutting-edge gastronomy with music and free events.

When: April and November.
How to get there: Metro L2-Monumental | Bus V23 | Tram T4/T5/T6-Glòries.

Can you picture yourself walking through the gardens at Gaudí's Torre Bellesguard and browsing the stalls selling exclusive fashions and accessories, with live music and food that reflects the latest culinary trends? Well, that's what BCN en las Alturas is about.

When: May and November.
How to get there: Bus 123, 196, H2, V9 | FGC L7-Provença.

If you're looking for an exclusive piece of design, this is the market for you. The Design Market is held just before Christmas at MUHBA Oliva Artés and you're sure to find the perfect gift from the range of products made by the city's independent designers.

When: December.
How to get there: Bus 7, H14, V27 | Tram T5/T6-Espronceda.

This is one of the oldest open-air markets in Europe and its origins can be traced back to medieval times. The first records of the market date from the middle of the 14th century, when it was held by the city walls, but it has moved to different sites around the city several times since then. It has stood in Plaça de les Glòries since 2013, in new, purpose-built premises that retain the original spirit of the open-air market. The modern structure consists of different modules with sloping roofs. Their undersides are clad in layers of polished stainless steel that reflect the light and the surrounding urban landscape. An absolute must for lovers of antiques, shopping and auctions, as well as bargain hunters.

How to get there: Metro L1-Glories | Bus H12, V23 |Tram T4/T5/T6-Glòries.
Services: adapted for people with reduced mobility, restaurant.

The heirs of the stallholders who sold textiles on Avinguda Paral·lel in the late 19th century, now sell their wares in the covered area around the central core of the modern and newly refurbished Mercat de Sant Antoni. This small group of traders offers a great choice of non-food items, including clothing, shoes, jewellery, perfumes, accessories, gifts and much more.

How to get there: Metro L2-Sant Antoni | Bus 55, 120, 121, 141, D50, H16.
Services: adapted for people with reduced mobility.

This annual craft fair gives independent designers and makers a showcase for their products. It has become a Christmas tradition and is the ideal place to find unique, locally made items.

When: December.
How to get there: Metro L1-Sant Andreu | Bus H8, H14, V31.

Fet Al Born Street Market showcases products made by the most creative artists, artisans and traders from the Born neighbourhood. A treasure trove of cutting-edge design objects complemented by live music, workshops, vintage fashion and much more.

Quan: last weekend of the month.
How to get there: Metro L4-Jaume I | Bus 47, 120, V15, V17.

This is one of the go-to markets for Christmas shopping. It is committed to responsible consumption and its stalls sell hand-made items, clothes, books, food, toys and much more… all of them part of the social and solidarity economy. Another kind of Christmas is possible!

When: December.
How to go there: Metro L1/L3-Catalunya | Bus 19, 22, 24, 52, 55, 59, 62, 67, D50, H16, V13, V15 | Bus Turístic Plaça Catalunya | FGC L6/L7/S1/S2/S5/S6/S7-Barcelona-Plaça Catalunya | Tren R1/R3/R4/R7/R12/RG1-Barcelona-Plaça Catalunya.

This market in front of the Sagrada Família has all kinds of products to decorate your home and celebrate Christmas. The Christmas spirit and Gaudí's spectacular architecture make it a unique experience.

When: November/December.
How to get there: Metro L2/L5-Sagrada Família | Bus 19, 33, 34, D50, H10, V21 | Bus Turístic Sagrada Família.