Huelin Market

Huelin Market (Mercado de Huelin) is an indoor municipal market at Calle La Hoz 39 in the Huelin district of Malaga, west of the city centre. It's one of six municipal markets in Malaga, open Monday to Saturday from 8am to 3pm, with 162 stalls selling fresh fish, seafood, meat, fruit, vegetables, and everyday groceries. Unlike the tourist-facing markets in the centre, Mercado de Huelin is a working neighbourhood market, and prices reflect that.

What to buy at Huelin Market

The stalls cover the full range of fresh produce: fish and shellfish, cuts of meat and cured meats, seasonal fruit and vegetables, local cheeses, bread, and regional specialities like honey, olive oil, and spices. There are also prepared foods, coffee, and pastry stalls throughout. The food court inside includes a cafeteria well known for serving one of the most affordable set menus in Málaga.

How to get to Huelin Market

The market is at Calle La Hoz 39, about 20 minutes on foot from Málaga's city centre. By public transport, bus lines 15, 22, 3, and M-110 all stop nearby. The C-1 commuter train and Metro L2 also serve the Huelin area, making it easy to reach from most parts of the city. It is a covered food hall rather than one of the city's open-air street markets, and the entrance and aisles are wheelchair accessible, with ramps and wide gangways inside.

Where to stay in Malaga

Huelin is a residential neighbourhood just west of the city centre, so staying nearby puts you close to the market without paying peak central prices. The Huelin area has good apartment options, and you can walk to the market in minutes.

If you prefer to be closer to Malaga's main sights, Room Mate Valeria and Molina Lario are both well-placed options in the centre, with easy access to Huelin by foot or a short bus ride.

What time does Huelin Market open?

Huelin Market opens Monday to Saturday from 8am to 3pm and is closed on Sundays. All six trading days keep the same hours, so there is no late opening or half day. Get there before 11am for the best choice at the fish and produce counters.

What is Huelin Market known for?

Huelin Market is known as a working neighbourhood market rather than a tourist one, built in 1974 and used mostly by residents of the Huelin district. Its 162 stalls cover fish and seafood, meat, fruit and vegetables, cheese and bread, and the in-house cafeteria is well known for its low-priced set lunch menu.

Can you eat at Huelin Market?

Yes, Huelin Market has a seating area and a food court, with a cafeteria serving a full set menu at reasonable prices. Prepared foods, pastries and coffee are sold from stalls throughout the hall, and the market is pet friendly if you have a dog with you.

How many stalls does Huelin Market have?

Huelin Market has 162 stalls under one roof. They cover fresh fish and shellfish, meat and poultry, seasonal fruit and vegetables, cheese and dairy, bread and pastries, olive oil, honey, nuts, spices and wine, along with prepared food, coffee and tea counters. The aisles are wide and step-free throughout.