Gallarta Street Market

Gallarta Street Market sets up every Thursday from 8am to 3pm on Doctor Areilza Etxetaldea in Gallarta, a former mining town in the municipality of Abanto y Ciérvana, Bizkaia. Around 15 stalls line the street each week. Bring cash, as card payments aren't accepted.

What you'll find at Gallarta Street Market

You'll find clothing, textiles, footwear, leather goods, and handicrafts. It's a compact market focused on everyday goods rather than fresh produce. For more street markets in Gallarta and the wider left bank area, check what else runs nearby during the week.

How to get to Gallarta Street Market

The market runs along Doctor Areilza Etxetaldea, 64, in the centre of Gallarta, and the site is wheelchair accessible.

Where to stay in Gallarta

Gallarta is a small mining town, so your best bet is to stay in nearby Bilbao, where you'll find plenty of hotels to suit every budget and easy transport links out to the market. Bilbao City Centre is the most convenient base, putting you close to great food and nightlife after your visit.

If you'd prefer something closer, the town of Balmaseda or the coastal area around Castro-Urdiales are both within reasonable driving distance and offer a quieter, more local feel for your stay.

What day is Gallarta Street Market?

Gallarta Street Market runs every Thursday from 8am to 3pm, on Doctor Areilza Etxetaldea in the centre of Gallarta. It's a weekly market that trades year-round, so there's no calendar to check before you go. Around 15 stalls set up for the day, and the site is wheelchair accessible.

What can you buy at Gallarta Street Market?

Gallarta Street Market sells clothing, textiles, footwear, leather goods and handicrafts across its 15 or so stalls. It's a general goods market rather than a food market, so there's no fresh produce or prepared food on sale here. The stalls are set up outdoors along Doctor Areilza Etxetaldea for the day.

Do I need cash at Gallarta Street Market?

Yes, Gallarta Street Market only accepts cash. None of the 15 or so stalls take card, so withdraw what you'll need before Thursday's market runs from 8am to 3pm. Doctor Areilza Etxetaldea is the only place to browse, so plan to carry enough cash for the whole visit.