Sant Mateu Market

Sant Mateu Market is one of Alcoi's two indoor municipal food markets, dating back to 1947 and still serving the city's daily shopping needs. The market sits at the corner of Carrer Sant Mateu and Carrer Sant Domènec in the city centre, with 25 stalls open Monday to Saturday from 8am to 2pm. Closed on Sundays.

What to buy at Sant Mateu Market

The 25 stalls cover all the essentials: fresh fruit and vegetables from local growers, meat and poultry from the butchers, fish and seafood from the fishmongers, and a good selection of cheese and dairy. You'll also find a coffee stall for a quick stop between errands. It's a compact market, so you can do a full shop in well under an hour.

How to get to Sant Mateu Market

The market is in Alcoi's city centre at Carrer Sant Mateu 20, at the junction with Carrer Sant Domènec. It's within easy walking distance of the main commercial streets and local bus stops, and the hall is wheelchair accessible, so you can get in and round the counters without steps. Street parking is available in the surrounding area, though spaces fill up quickly during morning market hours. If you're heading on to Alcoi's other food hall, Sant Roc Market is a short walk away and opens as early as 7am.

Where to stay in Alcoi

Alcoi is a compact city, so staying central puts you within easy reach of the Sant Mateu Market and everything else worth seeing. Alcoi City Centre is your best bet, with accommodation options close to the main squares and streets.

If you prefer something more comfortable, Hotel Reconquista Alcoy is a reliable choice that puts you right in the heart of things. A short walk from the centre gets you to the market without any fuss.

What time does Sant Mateu Market open?

Sant Mateu Market opens at 8am Monday to Saturday and closes at 2pm, with no Sunday trading. The 25 stalls are busiest mid-morning, so arriving before 10am gives you the best pick of fresh fish and seasonal produce. The hall is covered, so those hours hold whatever the weather.

What is Sant Mateu Market famous for?

Sant Mateu Market is one of Alcoi's two indoor municipal food markets, in operation since 1947 at the corner of Carrer Sant Mateu and Carrer Sant Domènec. It is a neighbourhood market rather than a tourist one, where locals do their daily shop for fresh fish, seasonal vegetables, and cheese and dairy.

How many stalls does Sant Mateu Market have?

Sant Mateu Market has 25 stalls, covering fresh fruit and vegetables, meat and poultry, fish and seafood, cheese and dairy, and a coffee counter. That makes it a compact hall you can shop in well under an hour, and it is wheelchair accessible for anyone who needs step-free entry.

Can you pay by card at Sant Mateu Market?

Yes, Sant Mateu Market takes contactless card and mobile payments as well as cash, though each of the 25 stalls sets its own policy. Carrying some cash is worth it as a backup, particularly for small buys at the fruit and vegetable counters early in the morning.