title: Market of San Miguel
text: # Market of San Miguel
  
  The Market of San Miguel (Spanish: Mercado de San Miguel) is a covered market located in Madrid, Spain. 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
  
  * An exterior daylight view of the Mercado de San Miguel in Madrid
  * Exterior of the Mercado De San Miguel in Madrid
  * Wine and cheese snacks sold in stalls at the Mercado de San Miguel in Madrid
  * One of many tapas stalls in the Mercado de San Miguel in Madrid
  * Interior of Mercado de San Miguel showing people meeting for tapas and drinks
  