When is the best time of day to visit Palma's markets for the freshest seafood?

Long before the streets of Palma fill with the buzz of daily life, fishermen return to port with their morning catch, anchoring the rhythm of the city’s markets. Arriving early—often shortly after dawn—is ideal to find the freshest fish and shellfish, gathered that same night and unloaded as day breaks. The Mercat del Peix near Palma’s harbour, for example, fills with an array of gleaming seafood from local waters, including prized grouper, limpets, and clams. The quieter morning hours also offer the chance to chat with the vendors, many of whom source directly from the nearby fishing villages such as Port de Sóller or Can Picafort along the north coast.