SUNDAY
Mercado de la Merdouilla
Teguise, Las Palmas, Canary Islands
At a Glance
- Setting
- Indoor
- Stalls
- 40
- Location
- Teguise, Las Palmas
Weekly Sunday market in Teguise with around 40 stalls selling handicrafts, clothing, leather goods, and fresh fruit.
Mercado de la Merdouilla runs every Sunday from 8am to 2pm in Teguise, the historic former capital of Lanzarote. Around 40 stalls set up in the old town, selling a mix of handicrafts, clothing, leather goods, books, and fresh fruit. Bring cash, as most stalls don't take cards. Get there before 10am for the best selection and easier parking.
What you'll find at Mercado de la Merdouilla
The market leans towards handicrafts and clothing, with stalls selling traditional Canarian crafts alongside leather shoes, bags, and accessories. You'll also find secondhand books, fresh local fruit, and seasonal produce. It's one of several street markets in Teguise and sits within the town's cobbled historic quarter, so the setting itself is worth the visit.
Where to stay in Teguise
Teguise is a small historic town, so staying centrally puts you within easy walking distance of the market. Try Teguise Town Centre for the most convenient base, or look at options in nearby Costa Teguise if you prefer a beach resort feel with easy access inland.
If you want somewhere with a bit more character, Old Town Teguise has a handful of rural houses and boutique stays that suit the pace of the place.
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Opening Hours
Every week on Sunday
| Day | Hours | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | — | Closed |
| Tuesday | — | Closed |
| Wednesday | — | Closed |
| Thursday | — | Closed |
| Friday | — | Closed |
| Saturday | — | Closed |
| Sunday | 08:00 – 14:00 | Open |
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What You'll Find
Location
How to get to Mercado de la Merdouilla
The market sets up in central Teguise at 35530 Teguise, Las Palmas. Parking is available nearby but fills up fast on Sunday mornings. If you're staying in Costa Teguise or Arrecife, the drive is around 15 minutes. For more details, check the Turismo Lanzarote market page.
Facilities & Accessibility
Contact & Details
Stalls: 40
What day is Mercado de la Merdouilla?
Mercado de la Merdouilla runs every Sunday from 8am to 2pm, and on no other day of the week. The pattern is weekly rather than monthly or seasonal, so the roughly 40 stalls set up in Teguise old town on every Sunday of the year.
Where is the Sunday market in Teguise, Lanzarote?
Mercado de la Merdouilla runs in the old town of Teguise, postcode 35530, the historic former capital of Lanzarote rather than the coastal resort of Costa Teguise. The drive from Costa Teguise or Arrecife takes around 15 minutes, and parking nearby fills quickly on Sunday mornings.
Does Mercado de la Merdouilla take cards?
No, Mercado de la Merdouilla takes cash only, so draw money out before you set off for Teguise. Cash is the sole payment option listed across its 40 stalls, and there is no ATM at the market itself. Small notes and coins make the handicraft and fruit stalls easier.
What can you buy at Mercado de la Merdouilla?
Mercado de la Merdouilla sells handicrafts, clothing and textiles, leather footwear and bags, secondhand books, and fresh fruit across around 40 stalls. The balance sits with crafts and clothing rather than food, so it suits browsing for Canarian souvenirs more than filling a shopping basket.
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Other Markets in Teguise
Costa Teguise Agricultural Market
Runs every Tuesday from 9am to 1:30pm. A farmers' market focused on fresh produce, organic goods, and local dairy products.
Every week on Tuesday
Teguise Market
Runs every Sunday from 9am to 2pm in Teguise's historic centre. One of the Canary Islands' largest markets with 400 stalls.
Every week on Sunday