Casco Viejo Market

Mercado Casco Viejo operates on Fridays from 9am to 2pm and Sundays from 8am to 2pm in Bilbao's historic Ibaiondo district. The market sits on Itxaropen Kalea, making it easily accessible from the old town's main streets.

Vendors offer fresh fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, fish, seafood, cheese, dairy products and baked goods. Sunday mornings tend to draw more locals doing their weekly shopping, while Friday sessions are typically quieter.

The market accepts both cash and mobile payments, including contactless options. Reviewers mention that the best product selection is available within the first two hours after opening.

Based on visitor reports, the seafood vendors offer competitive prices compared to other fishmongers in Bilbao. The produce section stocks seasonal items that reflect the Basque region's agricultural offerings.

The market's location puts you within walking distance of Bilbao's main cultural sites in the Basque Country. Parking in the old town is limited, so most shoppers arrive via public transport or on foot.

Staying in the Casco Viejo itself puts you right on the doorstep of the market, and the narrow streets of the old town are full of character. Casco Viejo is the obvious choice, with plenty of small hotels and guesthouses within easy walking distance.

If you prefer something a little more polished, Gran Hotel Domine Bilbao sits just across the river in the Abando district and is easy to reach on foot or by metro. Abando also has good transport links if you plan to explore beyond the market.

The market is accessible via Casco Viejo metro station on Line 1, which connects directly to the old town. Several bus routes stop within a few blocks of Itxaropen Kalea.

From Bilbao's city centre, the market is about a 10-minute walk across the Arenal Bridge. Street parking is scarce in the historic quarter, so public transport is your best option.