Boston has one of the best public markets in the country, says USA TODAY

Looking for a new marketplace to shop at this spring? You’re in luck – Boston is home to one of the best public markets in the country, according to USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards.

The annual 10BEST awards highlight the best in travel, food and lifestyle, and winners are chosen by a public voting poll after being nominated by industry experts. In the 2026 food awards, highlighting the top food tours, food cruises, farmers markets and more from across the country, Boston Public Market ranked third in the best public market category.

Here’s what to know before you go to Boston’s top-ranked public market.

Why Boston Public Market ranked third

A year-round indoor marketplace in Downtown Boston, Boston Public Market celebrates the bounty New England has to offer with fresh groceries, prepared meals, crafts and specialty items from over 30 local artisans and food producers, with a focus on seasonal items.

Along with browsing through groceries and goods, guests are invited to join the public market for a variety of special events, including trivia, live music, magic shows and face painting.

Boston Public Market is located at 100 Hanover St. on the Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway, directly above the Haymarket MBTA station. Hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday and Tuesday or 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday.

What other markets made the list?

Here is USA TODAY’s full ranking of the top 10 public markets in the country:

1. Reading Terminal Market – Philadelphia, PA
2. Milwaukee Public Market – Milwaukee, WI
3. Boston Public Market – Boston, MA
4. Eastern Market – Detroit, MI
5. West Side Market – Cleveland, OH
6. Essex Market – New York City, NY
7. Lancaster Central Market – Lancaster, PA
8. Midtown Global Market – Minneapolis, MN
9. Grand Central Market – Los Angeles, CA
10. North Market Downtown – Columbus, OH