Street markets in Alicante province are not just a place to shop — they are part of everyday Spanish life. Fresh fruit and vegetables, cheeses and olives, clothes and shoes, household goods and souvenirs — every week dozens of street markets travel from town to town across the province.
From Monday to Sunday, each city has its own “market day”: stalls open early in the morning, locals buy fresh produce, tourists wander between colorful rows, and the whole town turns into one big open-air bazaar.
In this guide, you’ll find the main street markets in Alicante province by day of the week — where they take place, what you can buy there, and practical tips for parking and visiting.
🟠 Monday markets
On Monday, markets are held in the following cities:
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Denia
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Santa Pola
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Elche
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La Nucia
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Callosa de Ensarria
Denia
A pretty big market with a good selection:
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fresh fruit and vegetables
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clothing and footwear
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household goods
If you are here, take a look at the sights of Denia — it is a very atmospheric town.
📍 The market is located next to Torrecremada Park, on Carrer Germans Maristes.
🚗 Parking: it is better to leave your car in the centre and walk — there are many cars on market days.
Santa Pola
The main market takes place on Mondays and Saturdays in the city centre:
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between Avenida Albacete
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and the archaeological site of Portus Illicitanus
On Mondays, they mainly sell:
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clothes
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accessories
On Saturdays, the following are added:
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fruit and vegetables
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baked goods
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sweets
🚗 It is usually easy to find a parking space within 1–2 blocks.
💡 Good to know - Parking rules in Spain
Elche
In Elche, the market is open on Mondays and Saturdays at Plaza Barcelona.
There are more than 200 stalls here with:
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fresh produce
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clothes
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household goods
🕗 Schedule: from 8:00 to 14:30
🚗 residential area — look for parking as you approach the square.
La Nucia
A small but very cosy market:
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fresh fruit and vegetables
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essential goods
📍 takes place in the Auditori de Les Nits square, where festivals and concerts are often held.
Callosa de Ensarriá
A small town near popular attractions.
📍 The market is located on Plaza del Convento.
If you happen to be nearby on Monday, it's worth stopping by to buy fresh produce and soak up the local atmosphere.
🔵 Tuesday markets
On Tuesday, markets are held in:
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Altea
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La Cala Villajoyosa / Finestrat
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Orihuela
Altea
A wonderful start to the day — a stroll through the market on Tuesday morning.
Everything is here:
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products
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clothing and footwear
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household goods
The market is divided into two zones:
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clothing — Cami de l’Algar
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food — Avenida la Nucia
They are only 5 minutes apart and connected by Avenida Valencia. And after strolling through the market, you can explore the town itself and visit the main attractions of Altea.
La Cala Villajoyosa (La Cala de Finestrat)
The market is known by two names, as the area belongs to both Villajoyosa and Finestrat.
Works:
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Tuesday
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Saturday
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from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
📍 Carrer Tramuntana, near the beach
Tip: bring your swimsuit — you can go for a swim after shopping.
Orihuela
On Tuesdays, residents of nearby towns come here.
The following items are sold here:
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fruit and vegetables
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clothes and shoes
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household goods
📍 The market is located near the entrance to the city:
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avenida Marqués de Molins
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calle Luis Barcala
🟢 Markets on Wednesdays
On Wednesdays, markets are held in:
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Benidorm
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El Campello
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Polop
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Ondara
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Guardamar del Segura
Benidorm
The market operates on Wednesdays and Sundays in two areas:
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Foietes (near the park)
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Rincón de Loix — Avenida de l'Almirall Bernat de Sarria
Wide selection:
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fresh fruit and vegetables
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clothing
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footwear
El Campello
A small but popular market thanks to:
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fresh produce
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at reasonable prices
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central location
📍 Plaza Saint Christol lez Ales
🚗 free parking nearby
Polop
The market in the charming town of Polop:
🕗 7:00–15:00
📍 Plaza de los Chorros
Even a small market here is pleasant to visit — for the atmosphere and local products.
Ondara
A small market near the bullring:
📍 Plaça de Bous d'Ondara
📍 Carrer Poeta Vicent Andrés Este, 1
Guardamar del Segura (Wednesday)
Held in a large public car park:
📍 Parking Público La Redona
Standard range:
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clothing
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products
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household items
🟡 Thursdays markets
Cities with markets on Thursdays:
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Alicante
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Gran Alacant
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Javea
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Villajoyosa
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Rojales
Alicante
On Thursdays and Saturdays, the streets of the following districts:
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Carolinas
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Benalúa
turn into long shopping rows.
Here you can find unusual items, Spanish delicacies and inexpensive clothing. Well, after that, check out the sights of Alicante.
Gran Alacant
Medium-sized market with:
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products
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things
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consumer goods
A pleasant option if you are near Santa Pola.
Javea
The market takes place at:
📍 Plaça de la Constitució
The atmosphere is very authentic — a wonderful place for walking and shopping.
Villajoyosa
Held every Thursday (except holidays):
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wide range of products
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local sweets
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delicacies
📍 Avenida Carlos Llorca i Baus
Rojales
This includes the well-known Ciudad Quesada.
On Thursdays in summer, the market is particularly crowded — people come for:
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fruit and vegetables
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inexpensive clothing
📍 Avenida Justo Quesada
The Segura River flows nearby.
🟣 Friday markets
Friday markets are held in:
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Alfaz del Pi
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Moraira
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Crevillente
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Torrevieja
Alfaz del Pi
Large market along:
📍 Avinguda de la Constitució
You can buy here:
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fruit and vegetables
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plants and flowers
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household goods
There is a convenient public car park nearby.
Moraira
The market takes place in the car park in the city centre.
🕗 8:30–14:30
It is very popular among tourists and locals.
Crevillente
A small but practical market:
📍 Carrer Castellar
📍 next to Parking La Rambla
Everything you need is here, including fresh produce.
Torrevieja
One of Spain's largest markets and a real city attraction.
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huge area
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thousands of visitors
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many cafes
Here you can buy:
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clothes
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footwear
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products
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souvenirs
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hot food and coffee
📍 Parque Antonio Soria
next to the Aquopolis water park
🟤 Saturday markets
On Saturdays, markets are held in:
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Calpe
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La Zenia — Playa Flamenca
Calpe
A large market with a huge selection:
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products
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clothes
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household goods
📍 Av. de Rumania
There's a Lidl supermarket nearby.
La Zenia / Playa Flamenca
a very popular Saturday market.
📍 calle Nicolás de Bussi
Here:
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go shopping
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meet up with friends
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drink coffee
You can find almost anything.
🟢 Sunday markets
On Sunday, markets are held in:
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El Campello
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Guardamar del Segura
El Campello
There is a relaxed Sunday atmosphere here:
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music
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salespeople's jokes
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cafés and snacks
📍 Avinguda Ausiàs March
Guardamar del Segura (Lemon Tree Market)
One of the most colourful markets in the region.
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located not in the city, but in the field
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near El Raso
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it is often called the Lemon Tree Market
Here they sell:
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fresh fruit and vegetables
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plants
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new and second-hand clothing
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household goods
You can also:
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eat churros
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have lunch
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buy ready-made food
A must-see if you're in the area!
✔ Useful tips for visitors
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Come early — there's more choice and parking is easier.
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cash is welcome
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wear comfortable shoes
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Keep an eye on public holidays — markets may be closed.
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you can and should bargain 😊
This may also be useful to you:
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🛒 Cheap supermarkets in Spain — where to buy grocery most profitably
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👗 Affordable clothing stores in Spain — list of chains with good prices
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🛋 Reasonable furniture shops — where to furnish a house without unnecessary expenses
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🚗 Car hire in Alicante and the province — when markets are spread across cities, a car is very helpful.
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