Markets in Ourense
Ourense, Galicia
Ourense has four open-air markets, and the city's trading tradition spans everything from second-hand books to freshly cooked octopus. The mercadillo Ourense scene is rooted in weekly outdoor markets that serve both locals and visitors, with no municipal market hall in the city centre. All four markets run on a weekly schedule and take place outdoors across the city and its surroundings.
Weekly Market Schedule
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
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MondayNo markets▼
TuesdayNo markets▼
WednesdayNo markets▼
Thursday1market▼
FridayNo markets▼
Saturday2markets▼
Sunday1market▼
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Where to stay in Ourense
Staying in the city centre puts you within easy walking distance of Ourense's main markets and the famous thermal baths. The Casco Histórico is your best base, with plenty of hotels and easy access to everything on foot.
For a reliable mid-range option, Hotel Tryp Ourense is well-placed and consistently well-reviewed. If you prefer something smaller, Hotel Altaïr is a solid choice right in the heart of the old town.
Tours & Activities in Ourense
Street markets in Ourense
The Ourense Street Market is the largest of the four, with stalls dedicated to clothing, footwear, handicrafts and jewellery. It runs weekly outdoors and is the go-to stop for anyone looking for everyday goods or artisan pieces in the city centre.
The Ourense Antiques Market draws a more specialist crowd, with stalls covering antiques, second-hand books, handicrafts and clothing. It is a good option for browsing vintage finds and one-off pieces, and its weekly schedule makes it easy to plan around a short trip.
The Ourense Pulpo Fair focuses entirely on prepared foods and is one of the more distinctive markets in Ourense province, reflecting the region's deep association with pulpo á feira. The weekly format means there is a regular opportunity to eat well while browsing the stalls.
The Ponte Canedo Market, held in the village of Ponte Canedo just outside the city, rounds out the offer with handicrafts, antiques and prepared foods. It is worth combining with a visit to nearby towns such as Allariz, which also hosts its own market calendar. For further details on local fairs and markets, the Ourense tourism website is the official reference.
