Markets in Alicante range from grand covered halls to sprawling open-air street markets spread across the city's neighbourhoods. With 19 markets to explore, there is plenty of variety for picking up fresh produce, local seafood from the Mediterranean coast, clothing, and second-hand finds.
The centrepiece is the Central Market of Alicante, a striking Modernist building on Avenida de Alfonso X El Sabio. Built in the early 20th century, it houses nearly 300 stalls across two floors, selling everything from fresh fish and cured meats to local olive oil and spices. You can find official information about the city's municipal markets on the Alicante city council website.
Need a market today? Here's what's open:
| Day | Indoor Markets | Street Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7 of 8 open | Carolinas Market, Christmas and Three Kings Crafts Market |
| Tuesday | 7 of 8 open | Carolinas Market, Christmas and Three Kings Crafts Market |
| Wednesday | 7 of 8 open | Carolinas Market, Christmas and Three Kings Crafts Market, Sunday Market in El Campello |
| Thursday | 8 of 8 open | Babel Street Market, Benalúa Market, Carolinas Market, Christmas and Three Kings Crafts Market, Teulada Market |
| Friday | 7 of 8 open | Carolinas Market, Christmas and Three Kings Crafts Market, Verdegás Market |
| Saturday | 8 of 8 open | Babel Street Market, Benalúa Market, Carolinas Market, Christmas and Three Kings Crafts Market, San Juan Street Market, San Vicente del Raspeig Market, Teulada Market |
| Sunday | 1 of 8 open (10am-9pm) | Alicante Flea Market, Christmas and Three Kings Crafts Market, Santa Faz Market, Sunday Market in El Campello |
Alicante has several covered municipal markets that open Monday to Saturday. Beyond the Central Market, the Carolinas Market in the upper part of the city serves its local neighbourhood with fresh produce, seafood, and baked goods. These indoor markets are a reliable option year-round.
Alicante Central Market is a municipal market located in the heart of Alicante city centre on Vicente Inglada Street. This traditional indoor market serves the local community with fresh produce and everyday essentials. The market operates with limited hours during the week. Visitors can access the market easily via wheelchair-accessible entrances and make purchases using modern payment methods.
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A municipal market in Alicante specialising in fresh produce. Operates on Thursdays and Saturdays from 7am to 2pm. The market offers a wide selection of fruits and vegetables at competitive prices. Vendors provide seasonal produce and local agricultural products throughout the year.
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A municipal market with 52 commercial units in Alicante's Babel district. Offers fresh produce, seafood and meats, plus a Thursday and Saturday street market with 300 stalls.
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Mercado Calderón 29 is a municipal market located in central Alicante on Carrer Calderón de la Barca. This neighbourhood market serves the local community with fresh produce and everyday essentials. The market operates with limited opening hours during the week. Vendors offer competitive prices on a variety of goods for residents of the surrounding area.
Read full guide→A neighborhood municipal market on Carrer Portugal serving locals with fresh produce, seafood, and daily essentials. Open Monday through Saturday mornings with wheelchair access and mobile payment options.
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The Mercado Central in Alicante is a municipal market located in an early 20th-century building at Av. de Alfonso X El Sabio, 10. It contains around 292 stalls across two floors and covers approximately 11,100 m².
Read full guide→Mercado Hippie is a municipal market located on Avenida del Almirante Julio Guillén Tato in Alicante. The market operates daily from 10 AM to 9 PM throughout the week. It offers a selection of unique gifts and artisan products. Visitors can explore various stalls selling handicrafts and specialty items.
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Inmaculada del Pla Food Market is a municipal market located on Avenida del Padre Esplá in Alicante. The market operates Monday to Thursday from 8am to 2pm, with extended hours on Friday and Saturday from 7am to 3pm. It remains closed on Sundays. This food market specialises in fresh produce and grocery items for local residents.
Read full guide→The city's open-air street markets are where you'll find the biggest crowds and the best bargains. The Benalúa Market runs on Thursdays and Saturdays along Calle Carratalá, offering around 300 stalls with fresh fruit, antiques, and clothing. Babel Street Market, also on Thursdays and Saturdays, is one of the largest flea markets in the Alicante province, with everything from kitchenware to bicycles.
If you're exploring beyond the city, nearby Elche and El Campello also have their own market scenes worth checking out.
Sunday flea market with around 40 stalls selling antiques, vintage clothing, books, and handicrafts in central Alicante.
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Weekly open-air market with 300 stalls every Thursday and Saturday from 8am to 2pm in Alicante's Babel district.
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Weekly Thursday and Saturday street market with around 300 stalls selling fresh produce, clothing, antiques and more.
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Neighbourhood market with 47 stalls selling fresh produce, seafood and local goods. Open Monday to Saturday mornings in the Carolinas district.
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The Christmas and Three Kings Crafts Market is a festive street market located on Avenida de Federico Soto in Alicante. This seasonal market operates daily from 10am to 3pm and 5pm to 11pm. The market specialises in Christmas decorations, holiday crafts, and Three Kings Day gifts. Visitors can find handmade items, traditional Spanish Christmas ornaments, and seasonal artisanal products.
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Weekly Saturday market with around 100 stalls in Plaza de La Ordana. Fresh produce, nuts, clothing and a market bar for drinks between shopping.
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Weekly Saturday market with around 110 stalls selling fresh produce, clothing, handicrafts, and more on Avenida Primero de Mayo.
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Weekly Sunday market with around 145 stalls selling fresh produce, local honey, clothing and footwear. Opens 8am to 3pm with free parking.
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Weekly open-air market with around 150 stalls on Avinguda Ausiàs March. Runs Sundays and Wednesdays from 9am.
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Open-air market every Thursday and Saturday with around 365 stalls selling fresh produce, clothing, and local goods on Calle Teulada.
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Verdegás Market is a weekly street market in Alicante, operating on Fridays from 9am to 5pm. The market is located in Plaza de España del Verdegás and serves the local community with various goods and services. Vendors typically offer clothing, household items, and general merchandise. The market accepts both cash and card payments for customer convenience.
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