Street Markets in Antequera
Malaga, Andalusia · 2 street markets
Both of Antequera's street markets trade on a Tuesday, and neither sets up on any other day, which makes the week here easy to plan. Stalls are generally in place by 9am and packed away by about 2pm at both. The larger of the pair is the Antequera Street Market, at roughly 40 stalls, with the second running out at Bobadilla Station. For the town's covered food hall and its Monday to Saturday shopping, see the municipal markets in Antequera, or all markets in Antequera on one page.
Weekly Street Market Schedule
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| None | None | None | None | None | None |
MondayNo markets
Tuesday2markets
- StreetAntequera Street Market
- StreetBobadilla Station Market
WednesdayNo markets
ThursdayNo markets
FridayNo markets
SaturdayNo markets
SundayNo markets
What the stalls sell
Fresh fruit and fresh vegetables are the food end of both markets, and the rest of the pitches are goods: clothing and textiles, footwear and leather, jewellery, handicrafts, and second-hand books and magazines. That balance is worth knowing before you go, because it means the Tuesday markets are not a substitute for a week's food shop. For counters of meat, fish and cheese you want the covered market instead, which trades six mornings a week rather than one.
Timing a Tuesday visit
Come in the first hour or two. Produce stalls are at their fullest early, the 40-stall pitch gets tight by late morning, and the whole thing is winding down well before the 2pm close. Bring cash, since card acceptance varies from one trader to the next. If you are only in town for a day and it is not a Tuesday, the province page for Málaga will show you which nearby towns are trading instead.
All Street Markets in Antequera
Where to stay in Antequera
Staying in the City Centre is the practical choice for a market morning, since you can walk to the stalls for 9am without moving a car. If you would rather have parking and a bit more comfort, the Parador de Antequera is a short walk from the centre, and a car is genuinely useful here if the Bobadilla Station market is also on your list, as that one sets up outside the town itself.
What day is market day in Antequera?
Tuesday is market day in Antequera. Both of the town's street markets set up that morning, and neither trades on any other day of the week. Stalls are generally out from 9am and packed down by around 2pm, with the 40-stall Antequera Street Market the larger of the two.
What time do street markets in Antequera open?
Street markets in Antequera open at around 9am and close by 2pm. Both trade on Tuesday only, so there is no afternoon session and no second day to fall back on. The fruit and vegetable stalls are at their best in the first hour, before the midday heat sets in.
Are street markets in Antequera free to enter?
Yes, both street markets in Antequera are free to enter. They set up in the open street rather than inside a building, so there is no gate and no ticket, and you settle with each stallholder directly. Card acceptance varies from stall to stall, so it is worth carrying cash.
How many street markets does Antequera have?
Antequera has two street markets: the Antequera Street Market, with around 40 stalls, and a smaller one at Bobadilla Station. Both run on Tuesday morning, 9am to about 2pm. The town's covered food market is a separate thing again, and is listed on the municipal markets page.
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