Villaverde Alto Market
A covered indoor market with 25 stalls in Madrid's Villaverde district, open Monday to Saturday from 9am to 2pm. Serving the neighbourhood for over 50 years.
Villaverde Alto Market (Mercado de Villaverde Alto) is a covered indoor market with 25 stalls serving the Villaverde neighbourhood of Madrid. Set in a two-storey brick building at Paseo de Alberto Palacios 18, it has been a fixture in the area for over 50 years. The market is open Monday to Saturday from 9am to 2pm and is closed on Sundays.
What to buy
Stalls across both floors cover all the daily essentials: fresh fruit and vegetables, meat and poultry, fish and seafood, cheese and dairy, and bread from the bakery stall. The market also has bars and cafeterias inside where you can grab a coffee or a bite to eat before or after shopping. Stalls accept cash, contactless and mobile payments.
Opening Hours
Every week — Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Thursday, Wednesday
| Day | Hours | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 09:00 – 14:00 | Open |
| Tuesday | 09:00 – 14:00 | Open |
| Wednesday (today) | 09:00 – 14:00 | Open |
| Thursday | 09:00 – 14:00 | Open |
| Friday | 09:00 – 14:00 | Open |
| Saturday | 09:00 – 14:00 | Open |
| Sunday | — | Closed |
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What You'll Find
Location
How to get to Villaverde Alto Market
The market is at Paseo de Alberto Palacios 18, 28021 Madrid. The nearest metro stop is Villaverde Alto on line 3, and Cercanías trains also serve the area. Bus lines 22, 79, 86, 130 and 131 run through Villaverde Alto. The entrance on the Paseo is wheelchair accessible. For a full list of municipal markets in Madrid, options are spread across every neighbourhood in the city.
Facilities & Accessibility
Contact & Details
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Villaverde Alto Market open? ▼
The market is open Monday to Saturday from 9am to 2pm. It is closed on Sundays. Arrive before 11am for the best selection at the fish and meat counters.
What can you buy at Villaverde Alto Market? ▼
The 25 stalls cover fresh fruit and vegetables, meat and poultry, fish and seafood, cheese, dairy, and bakery goods. The market also has bars and cafeterias inside if you want a coffee or a snack.
How many stalls does Villaverde Alto Market have? ▼
There are 25 stalls spread across two floors of the market building. The layout means the full range of fresh produce is easy to reach in a single visit.
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