Markets in Malaga

Most of Malaga's street markets run on a weekly schedule, so the day you visit matters. Monday and Thursday tend to be the biggest days for outdoor markets, while the municipal halls are open six days a week. The MarketsByDay table above shows exactly which Malaga markets are open each day.

Planning around market days is worth it, especially for the larger street markets like the ones in Huelin and the harbour area. On Sundays, the fairground market at Cortijo de Torres draws crowds with around 250 stalls of antiques and second-hand goods.

Mornings are the best time to go. Stalls have the freshest selection and it's less crowded before 11am. Municipal markets typically operate Monday through Saturday, while street markets follow their own weekly schedules.

Bring cash for smaller stalls. Card machines aren't universal, especially at the street markets. Come hungry too. Many of the municipal markets have tapas bars inside where you can grab a coffee and a plate of freshly fried fish.

If you're exploring the wider Malaga province, there are markets in nearby towns like Torremolinos and Fuengirola that are easily reachable by train. Marbella is another popular option along the coast.