Santa Teresa Market

Mercado Santa Teresa is an indoor municipal market in Alcalá de Henares, the UNESCO World Heritage city just east of Madrid. The market's 25 stalls cover fresh fruit and vegetables, quality meat and poultry, bread, spices, and prepared foods. It's open Monday to Saturday from 9am to 2pm, and closed on Sundays.

What to buy

You'll find the staples of a Spanish neighbourhood market here: seasonal produce, butchers with a good range of cuts, bakery goods, and coffee. Several stalls specialise in products from Peru, Ecuador, Venezuela, and Colombia, making it a useful stop for Latin American ingredients you won't easily find in a supermarket. The market has a food court area where you can grab a coffee or breakfast while you shop. Both cash and card payments are accepted.

How to get to Santa Teresa Market

The market is at Calle Santa Teresa, 5, in central Alcalá de Henares. Alcalá train station is a short walk away and connects directly to Madrid on Cercanías lines C-2 and C-7. From Plaza de Cervantes, it's a few minutes on foot through the old town. Street parking is available in the surrounding streets.

For more options in the city, see all municipal markets in Alcalá de Henares, or visit the Alcalá de Henares market for the weekly street market.

Where to stay in Alcala de Henares

Staying in the historic centre puts you within easy walking distance of the Santa Teresa Market and Alcalá's beautiful old town. Try Casco Histórico for a good selection of hotels and guesthouses right in the heart of things.

If you want something more specific, NH Alcalá is a solid, well-located option, and Parador de Alcalá de Henares offers a memorable stay in a beautifully converted historic building just minutes from the market.

What time does Santa Teresa Market open?

The market opens at 9am Monday through Saturday and closes at 2pm. It is closed on Sundays and public holidays.

What can you buy at Santa Teresa Market?

The 25 stalls stock fresh fruit and vegetables, meat and poultry, bread and bakery products, spices, and prepared foods. Several stalls specialise in Latin American products, including ingredients from Peru, Ecuador, Venezuela, and Colombia.

Can you eat at Santa Teresa Market?

Yes. The market has a food court area with small bars where you can have a coffee, breakfast, or a light snack while you browse. Both cash and card are accepted throughout the market.

How do I get to Santa Teresa Market from Madrid?

Take the Cercanías C-2 or C-7 train from Madrid to Alcalá de Henares station, which takes around 35 minutes. The market is a short walk from the station through the historic centre.