Mercado Municipal de Viña del Mar

The Mercado Municipal de Viña del Mar is a two-story marketplace in Viña del Mar, Chile, housing approximately 60 permanent stalls. These stalls offer fresh produce, meats, seafood, flowers, and other regional products sourced from the Valparaíso area.

Construction of the marketplace began in 1938 under architect José Rojas Gatica, with the official opening taking place in August 1939 by President Pedro Aguirre Cerda. This completion marked a major development in local infrastructure for food commerce and supply.

This marketplace serves as a gathering place where residents interact with local vendors and share food knowledge rooted in regional traditions. The daily rhythm here reflects how people in the area source and prepare their meals throughout the year.

The market is open daily and vendors offer fresh products directly from regional farms and fishing communities. It is best to visit in the morning when selection is widest and the place is most active.

A distinctive feature is the specialized seafood preparation area where customers can select fresh catches and have them cleaned on the spot. This service shows how the market caters to practical kitchen needs.