Plasencia Market Featured
Runs every Tuesday and Friday from 9am to 2pm on Plaza Mayor. An open-air produce market trading fresh fruit and vegetables.
Fresh Fruits · Fresh Vegetables
Markets in Plasencia
2 markets tracked in Plasencia.
Plasencia runs two street markets each week, both held outdoors and free to browse. One focuses on fresh produce and the other on clothing and footwear, making them a practical combination for weekly errands or a Saturday morning out. The city sits in northern Extremadura, and more markets can be found across the wider Cáceres province if you want to extend your trip.
Weekly Market Schedule
| Monday · today | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No markets | No markets | No markets | No markets | No markets |
Monday · today None
- No markets on mondays.
Tuesday 2 markets
- street Plasencia Market
- street Plasencia Textile Market
Wednesday None
- No markets on wednesdays.
Thursday None
- No markets on thursdays.
Friday 1 market
- street Plasencia Market
Saturday None
- No markets on saturdays.
Sunday None
- No markets on sundays.
Where to stay in Plasencia
Staying in the old town puts you right where you want to be, within easy walking distance of Plasencia's markets and its beautiful main square. The Casco Antiguo is the obvious base, with a good selection of small hotels and guesthouses tucked inside the medieval walls.
If you prefer something with more comfort, Parador de Plasencia is a reliable choice, set in a restored 15th-century convent and just a short stroll from the market area. For a more affordable option, Hotel Alfonso VIII sits right in the heart of the city and is well-placed for exploring on foot.
Planning the trip
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Street markets in Plasencia
The Plasencia Textile Market is the larger of the two, with around 150 stalls dedicated to clothing and footwear. It runs weekly outdoors and is one of the more substantial textile street markets in the region, worth a visit if you are after affordable seasonal clothes or shoes.
The Plasencia Market is a weekly fresh produce market, selling fruit and vegetables directly from outdoor stalls. The exact stall count is not confirmed, but it consistently draws local shoppers looking for everyday groceries. Nearby Coria and Cáceres also hold regular produce markets if you want to compare what the area offers.
Plasencia Textile Market Featured
Runs every Tuesday from 8am to 2pm at Parque de la Coronación. A large outdoor textile market with 150 stalls.
Clothing & Textiles · Footwear & Leather
Planning your visit
Both markets run weekly and are held outdoors, so weather is worth checking before you go. The Ayuntamiento de Plasencia publishes local event and market updates if you need to confirm current schedules before travelling. Parking near the market areas can fill up on market mornings, so arriving early is advisable.
What day is the market in Plasencia?
Plasencia's markets run on Tuesday and Friday, with Tuesday the busier day since both of the city's street markets trade then and only the Plasencia Market opens again on Friday. Stalls at both typically open around 9am and pack up by 2pm.
How many markets does Plasencia have?
Plasencia has two street markets, the Plasencia Textile Market and the Plasencia Market, and no covered municipal market. The Textile Market is the larger of the two, with around 150 stalls of clothing and footwear, while the Plasencia Market sells fresh fruit and vegetables.
Is there a market in Plasencia on a Sunday?
No, neither of Plasencia's street markets trades on a Sunday. Both run on Tuesday, and the Plasencia Market also opens on Friday, but the rest of the week the city's markets are closed.
What can you buy at the markets in Plasencia?
Plasencia's markets sell clothing, footwear, fresh fruit and vegetables between them. The Plasencia Textile Market carries around 150 stalls of clothing and footwear, while the Plasencia Market focuses on fresh produce, and both are held outdoors from around 9am to 2pm.