Sant Vicente del Raspeig Street Market

San Vicente del Raspeig street market sets up every Saturday from 9am to 2pm on Avenida Primero de Mayo, in the university town just north of Alicante. Around 35 stalls line the avenue selling clothing, footwear, leather goods, handicrafts and jewellery, and they take cards as well as cash, which is unusual for a mercadillo. It is one of the markets in San Vicente del Raspeig, listed alongside the town's other street markets. Get there before 11am for the best selection, as some stallholders start packing up early.

The market sits close to the University of Alicante campus, so you'll see a mix of local residents and students browsing for good deals. It's wheelchair accessible and pet friendly, making it easy to bring the whole family.

What you'll find at San Vicente del Raspeig street market

Clothing and textiles make up a good chunk of the 35 stalls, from casual everyday wear to seasonal pieces. You'll also find leather goods and footwear, handmade crafts, and jewellery. There is no fresh produce along the avenue, so this is a morning for clothes and gifts rather than a food shop.

How to get to San Vicente del Raspeig street market

The market runs along Avenida Primero de Mayo, 41 in San Vicente del Raspeig. From Alicante city centre, take the TRAM towards the university and get off at the San Vicente del Raspeig stop. The market is a short walk from the station. If you're driving, arrive early to grab parking in the streets around the avenue.

Where to stay in San Vicente del Raspeig

San Vicente del Raspeig is a compact university town right next to Alicante, so staying in Town Centre puts you within easy reach of the street market on foot. If you prefer more options for eating and nightlife, Alicante City Centre is just a short bus or tram ride away and still gets you to the market without much effort.

What day is San Vicente del Raspeig street market?

San Vicente del Raspeig street market runs every Saturday from 9am to 2pm on Avenida Primero de Mayo. It is a weekly market and sets up on no other day, so a Saturday morning is the only chance to walk its 35 stalls before the traders pack the avenue away.

What can you buy at San Vicente del Raspeig street market?

San Vicente del Raspeig street market's 35 stalls sell clothing and textiles, footwear and leather goods, handicrafts and jewellery. No fresh produce is sold along Avenida Primero de Mayo, so come for clothes and gifts rather than a food shop. The whole run of stalls is wheelchair accessible and pet friendly.

Do you need cash at San Vicente del Raspeig street market?

No, San Vicente del Raspeig street market takes cards as well as cash, which is unusual for a Spanish mercadillo where cash is normally the only option. Acceptance still varies from one stallholder to the next along Avenida Primero de Mayo, so carry some cash for the smaller purchases.