Plaza de Madrid Market

Plaza de Madrid Market is a covered indoor market at Plaça de Madrid nº 14 in Elche, Alicante. One of two municipal markets in Elche, it has been serving the neighbourhood since 1972 and is currently undergoing a major renovation to update its facades, roofs, lighting, and ventilation. The market opens Monday to Friday from 7am to 2:30pm, and Saturdays from 7am to 3pm. It closes on Sundays.

What to buy at Plaza de Madrid Market

The 33 stalls cover all the fresh food basics: fish and seafood, meat and poultry, vegetables and fruit, cheese and dairy, and bread. The fish section draws regular customers, particularly during weekday mornings when selection is at its best. You'll also find olives, pickled goods, cured meats, and dried fruits. There's a café inside the market too, so a coffee mid-shop is easy. Stalls take cash, contactless cards and mobile payments, though acceptance varies from one counter to the next.

How to get to Plaza de Madrid Market

The market has three entrances: the main one on Plaza de Madrid nº 14, plus access from Calle José García Ferrández nº 12 and Calle José Navarro Orts nº 13. Municipal buses stop near the plaza and the central location is walkable from much of the city. Street parking is available around the square but fills quickly on busy mornings. The Mercado Plaza de Barcelona is the other covered market in Elche if you need an alternative, and the city also runs street markets on set days.

Where to stay in Elche

Staying in the city centre puts you within easy reach of Plaza de Madrid Market and Elche's other attractions. Try Hotel Huerto del Cura for a comfortable, well-located base, or look at options around City Centre if you want to walk to the market and the famous Palmeral.

If you prefer something more affordable, the El Pla neighbourhood has good budget options with easy access to the market and local transport links.

What time does Plaza de Madrid Market open?

Plaza de Madrid Market opens at 7am Monday to Friday and closes at 2:30pm, and on Saturday it opens at 7am and closes at 3pm. It is closed on Sundays, so Saturday morning is the last chance in any week. Weekday mornings are when the fish counters have the fullest selection.

What can you buy at Plaza de Madrid Market?

Plaza de Madrid Market's 33 stalls stock fresh fish and seafood, meat and poultry, vegetables, fruit, cheese and dairy, and bread. You'll also find olives, cured meats, dried fruits and pickled goods, and there is a café inside the hall for a coffee part-way round the shop.

Does Plaza de Madrid Market take cards?

Yes, Plaza de Madrid Market accepts cash, contactless cards and mobile payments. Acceptance is set by each stall rather than centrally across the 33 counters, so it is worth carrying some cash for a small purchase at a single trader before 2:30pm on a weekday.

Is Plaza de Madrid Market wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Plaza de Madrid Market is wheelchair accessible, and its three entrances, on Plaza de Madrid, Calle José García Ferrández and Calle José Navarro Orts, all lead into the same covered hall. The whole market is indoors, so the walk between the fish, meat and produce counters is under cover.