Markets in Balcon de Telde
Las Palmas, Canary Islands
The mercadillo de Jinámar is the weekly street market serving Balcon de Telde, a residential neighbourhood on the eastern coast of Gran Canaria between the coast and the city of Telde. It draws locals every Sunday morning with stalls focused on clothing, footwear and handicrafts rather than fresh produce.
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Where to stay in Balcon de Telde
Balcón de Telde is a small coastal area on the eastern side of Gran Canaria, so most visitors find it easiest to base themselves nearby in Las Palmas or along the southern coast. Staying in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria city centre puts you within easy reach by car or bus, with plenty of accommodation options to suit every budget.
If you prefer somewhere closer, looking for a room in Telde keeps you right on the doorstep and gives you a more local feel for the area.
Tours & Activities in Balcon de Telde
Street markets in Balcon de Telde
The Jinámar Street Market sets up every Sunday on Calle Compañía de Jesús, an outdoor location that is both wheelchair accessible and pet friendly. Stalls concentrate on clothing, textiles, footwear and handicrafts, making it more of a general goods market than a food market. Payments are accepted by cash, contactless card and mobile, so there is no need to carry change.
For more market variety on the island, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has several municipal and street markets running throughout the week, and Telde's municipal market is open most weekdays a short distance away. You can also browse all markets across Las Palmas province to plan a longer market tour of Gran Canaria.
