Constitution Market

Mercado Constitución is the indoor municipal market at Calle de Pablo Picasso, 60 in Alcobendas, on the northern edge of Madrid. Fifteen stalls trade Monday to Saturday from 9:30am to 2pm, with no Sunday session, and the hall is step-free from the door in. It is one of the municipal markets in Alcobendas, and the metro stops 100 metres from the entrance.

About Mercado Constitución

The building has over 40 years of history behind it and has been through renovations in recent years, with updated lighting, climate control, and electrical systems throughout. At 15 stalls you can walk it end to end in a couple of minutes, which is the point of it: this is where the surrounding streets do their food shopping. Access is wheelchair friendly throughout, and the market can be reached on +34 916 538 310.

What to buy at Mercado Constitución

The stalls cover daily essentials: fresh fruit and vegetables, meat and poultry, cheese and dairy, and bread and bakery items. You'll also find a couple of clothing and textiles stalls alongside the food section. Most vendors accept contactless and mobile payments as well as cash, so you won't need to carry coins.

How to get to Mercado Constitución

The market sits at Calle de Pablo Picasso, 60 in Alcobendas. The Marqués de Valdavia metro station (line 10) is around 100 metres away, making it straightforward to reach from central Madrid, and a bus stop sits directly in front of the entrance. Street parking is available in the surrounding area for those arriving by car.

Where to stay in Alcobendas

Alcobendas sits just north of Madrid, so you have solid options both in the town itself and in the capital if you want more choice. For a stay close to Constitution Market, look at Town Centre where you can walk to the market easily and find good local restaurants nearby.

If you'd prefer more variety or are combining your visit with a trip into Madrid, NH Collection Madrid Eurobuilding is a well-regarded option in the area, and Hotel Occidental Madrid Este is another practical base with easy road and metro connections to Alcobendas.

What time does Mercado Constitución open?

Mercado Constitución opens at 9:30am and closes at 2pm, Monday to Saturday. The Alcobendas market does not trade on Sundays, and there is no afternoon session on any day, so a morning visit is the only one that works. Get there before midday for the fullest fruit, vegetable and meat counters.

What can you buy at Mercado Constitución?

Mercado Constitución sells fresh fruit and vegetables, meat and poultry, cheese and dairy, and bread and bakery goods across its 15 stalls, with a couple of clothing and textiles stalls alongside the food counters. The mix is built around a household shop for the streets nearby rather than a specialist food hall.

How do I get to Mercado Constitución in Alcobendas?

Mercado Constitución is at Calle de Pablo Picasso, 60, about 100 metres from Marqués de Valdavia metro station on line 10, which puts it roughly 20 minutes from central Madrid. A bus stop sits directly in front of the entrance, street parking is available in the surrounding roads, and the doorway and aisles are step-free.

Do stalls at Mercado Constitución take cards?

Yes, most stalls at Mercado Constitución take contactless and mobile payments as well as cash, so you can do a full shop without coins. Card acceptance still varies from one trader to the next, so it is worth carrying a small amount of cash for the smaller counters.