Plaza La Constitución Street Market

Plaza La Constitución Street Market sets up in the La Plata district of Jerez de la Frontera, on the square it takes its name from. The main market day is Thursday, from 8am to 3pm, when around 30 stalls fill the plaza with clothing, footwear, leather goods, fresh fruit, handicrafts and second-hand books. Traders here take cards as well as cash, which is unusual for an Andalusian mercadillo. Stalls start packing away well before closing.

What you'll find at Plaza La Constitución Street Market

One run of stalls leans towards clothing and textiles, with seasonal fashion, shoes and leather bags. The rest carries fresh fruit, handmade crafts, and a scattering of second-hand books and magazines. This is an everyday market for the people who live in La Plata rather than a tourist stop, and the prices reflect that. For other street markets in Jerez de la Frontera, several more run on different days across the city.

How to get to Plaza La Constitución Street Market

The market is at Pl. de la Constitución, 1A, in the La Plata neighbourhood, about ten minutes on foot from Jerez's old town. Street parking around the square fills up quickly on market mornings. The square is wheelchair accessible and has a children's play area. The Jerez council publishes directions and dates for all the city's mercadillos.

Where to stay in Jerez de la Frontera

The historic centre is the closest base to Plaza de la Constitución, and Centro Histórico has plenty of rooms within walking distance of the square. Hotel Palacio Garvey is a central option with some character to it, while Hotel Jerez & Spa is roomier and a short bus or taxi ride from the market.

What day is Plaza La Constitución Street Market?

Plaza La Constitución Street Market runs on Thursday, its main trading day, from 8am to 3pm on Plaza de la Constitución in Jerez de la Frontera. The schedule also lists shorter hours on other weekdays, so check the opening times above before making a special trip for a day other than Thursday.

What can you buy at Plaza La Constitución Street Market?

Around 30 stalls at Plaza La Constitución Street Market sell clothing and textiles, footwear and leather goods, fresh fruit, handicrafts, and second-hand books and magazines. It is a general street market aimed at everyday shopping in the La Plata district rather than souvenirs, antiques or produce alone.

Do stalls at Plaza La Constitución Street Market take cards?

Yes, Plaza La Constitución Street Market lists both cash and card payments, which is unusual for an open-air mercadillo in Andalusia. Card acceptance still varies from one trader to the next, so carry some cash for small buys at the fruit and book stalls.

Where is Plaza La Constitución Street Market located?

Plaza La Constitución Street Market sets up on Plaza de la Constitución in the La Plata district of Jerez de la Frontera, at Pl. de la Constitución, 1A, 11404 Cádiz. The square sits about ten minutes' walk from the old town and is wheelchair accessible.