Markets in Manilva
Malaga, Andalusia
The sabinillas market scene gives Manilva five weekly street markets spread across the town and its coastal village of Sabinillas, on the western Costa del Sol between Estepona and the Strait of Gibraltar. Every market runs outdoors on a fixed day each week, so it is straightforward to plan a visit around whichever products or atmosphere you are after.
Weekly Market Schedule
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Monday1market▼
TuesdayNo markets▼
WednesdayNo markets▼
ThursdayNo markets▼
Friday2markets▼
Saturday1market▼
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Where to stay in Manilva
Staying in Sabinillas puts you close to the local weekly market and within easy reach of the seafront, making it a practical base for a relaxed visit. If you prefer a resort-style stay, Castillo de la Duquesa is a quieter spot with good amenities nearby.
For something more central to the town itself, look for accommodation around Manilva town centre, where you can walk to the market without needing a car.
Tours & Activities in Manilva
Street markets in Manilva
The Sabinillas Sunday Flea Market is the largest in the municipality, with around 100 stalls along the RΓo Manilva road selling clothing, footwear, antiques, fresh fruit and handicrafts. It starts at 9:00 in the morning, is wheelchair accessible and draws shoppers from across the region. This is the market to head to if you want the full rastro experience.
The Manilva Monday Market is held in the town itself rather than Sabinillas, with stalls covering fresh fruit, vegetables, clothing, footwear and flowers and plants. It is a practical weekly shop for local produce alongside everyday goods, and a quieter alternative to the Sunday crowds.
Sabinillas also has a dedicated Friday market offering clothing, footwear, fresh fruit, vegetables and prepared foods, making it a useful mid-week option for visitors staying in the area. The smaller Sabinillas Street Market (around 30 stalls) focuses on clothing, antiques and prepared foods and runs on a separate weekly slot. Rounding out the five is the Sabinillas Sea Market, which concentrates on handicrafts, books and jewellery rather than produce or clothing, giving it a noticeably different character from the others.
For broader visitor information, the Manilva tourism office covers the whole municipality. If you are exploring nearby, Marbella and Estepona both have their own market scenes, and the MΓ‘laga province markets page has a full regional overview.
Sabinillas Street Market
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Sabinillas Sunday Flea Market
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Manilva Monday Market
Every week β Monday
Sabinillas Friday Market
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Manilva Sabinillas Sea Market
Every week β Friday, Saturday, Sunday
What day is the Sabinillas market?
Sabinillas has markets on multiple days of the week, including a Friday market, a separate weekly street market and the large Sunday flea market with around 100 stalls.
What time does the Sabinillas Sunday market open?
The Sabinillas Sunday Flea Market opens at 9:00 in the morning.