The capital of Tenerife has two markets in Santa Cruz de Tenerife worth visiting for fresh local produce. The star is La Recova, officially called Mercado Nuestra Señora de África, a neo-colonial building from 1944 with courtyard patios and Moorish-style arches. Inside you'll find stalls selling Canarian fruits, fresh fish, cheese, and meats. It opens early every day of the week, making it easy to fit into any market day schedule.
The smaller La Abejera market sits in a restored 19th-century iron structure on Rambla del General García Escámez. It reopened in 2014 and focuses on traditional fresh produce across its 25 stalls. Both markets are a good starting point for exploring the food scene in the city.
If you're looking for more markets on the island, La Laguna is just a short tram ride north. You can also find official information about the city's Sunday flea market (Rastro) on the Santa Cruz de Tenerife council website.
Need a market today? Here's what's open:
| Day | Indoor Markets |
|---|---|
| Monday | 1 of 2 open (6am-2pm) |
| Tuesday | 2 of 2 open |
| Wednesday | 2 of 2 open |
| Thursday | 2 of 2 open |
| Friday | 2 of 2 open |
| Saturday | 2 of 2 open |
| Sunday | 2 of 2 open |
La Abejera Market is a municipal market located in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, operating six days a week. The market opens at 7 AM most days and closes at 3 PM, remaining closed on Mondays. It serves the local community with fresh produce and daily necessities. The market is situated on Rambla Del Gral. Garcia Escamez, providing convenient access to residents and visitors.
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Our Lady of Africa Market is a traditional municipal market in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, established in 1943. The market operates daily from early morning, opening at 6am Monday through Saturday and 7am on Sundays, closing at 2pm. It serves as a central hub for fresh produce, meat, and seafood vendors. The market provides essential grocery shopping for local residents and visitors seeking traditional market products.
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