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Central Market (Mercado Central), San Jose

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Filling up an entire city block, Central Market (Mercado Central) has become the largest market in the city--it sees tens of thousands of visitors every day. The circular shape of the market contains more than 200 shops and stalls of butchers, fish merchants, farmers, and more. After over 130 years, the market still offers locally grown and locally made products such as coffee and snakeskin goods. Tourists and locals both use the market; merchants do not pressure customers to buy as much as in similar markets. Arrange to visit Central Market (Mercado Central) and other attractions in San Jose using our San Jose road trip planning tool .

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• By BanjosKids

  We ducked in here to escape some rain and ended up staying all afternoon. It is an interesting maze and mix of stalls with merchandise ranging from touristy souvenirs to local herbal pharmacy products...  more »

• By 123456789lisa

  In jedem Land / Stadt, das wir bereisen gehen wir immer in dem Mercado Central; wir meinen so kann man am besten das traditionelle Essen die Gerüche das Angebot , die Leute, das Land und seine Kultur ...  more »

  In every country/city we travel we always go to the Mercado Central; we mean so you can best experience the traditional food the smells the offer, the people, the country and its culture authentic. This is fantastic to immerse yourself in a city and enjoy it. Always worth a visit.
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• By D Abra

  One of those don't miss places. Crowded, colorful, fun spot. Eat lunch like a local at a small sit down restaurant but make sure it specializes in seafood.

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• By Roy Marin A

  Yes handicapped access. Yes restrooms. Places for food are good and sheap. Customer service good. Among other things you can find vegetables, fruits, traditional clothes, leather products as backpacks and sandals. Plastic products and even products for cooking. I saw one pet store and a couple of watch stores so. If you're around don't miss the chance to pay a visit.

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