Villajoyosa Central Market
An indoor municipal market on Carrer Canalejas with 25 stalls selling fresh fish, local produce, and charcuterie. Open Monday to Saturday, 7:30am to 2pm.
Villajoyosa Central Market (Mercado Central Villajoyosa) is an indoor municipal market on Carrer Canalejas in the heart of Villajoyosa, a coastal town on the Costa Blanca. The market has 25 stalls spread across two floors and opens Monday to Saturday from 7:30am to 2pm. Its distinctive pine trunk facade, designed to echo the silhouette of a castle, makes it one of the more architecturally interesting market buildings on the Valencian coast. The site has been a market since 1947, and the current building opened in 2003 following a full renovation.
What to buy
The ground floor is where you'll find fresh fish, fruit, vegetables, cheeses, salazones and olives. Upstairs focuses on meat, cured hams and embutidos. The fish stalls sell locally caught seafood branded as "Peix de La Vila", reflecting Villajoyosa's status as one of the Costa Blanca's main fishing towns. You can also pick up local charcuterie including longaniza blanca and blanquet. La Cantina el Gallina, inside the market, will grill your fresh purchases on the spot so you can eat red prawns, razor clams or sardines straight from the stall. For a full picture of what's available, the municipal markets in Villajoyosa page covers all options.
Opening Hours
Every week — Friday, Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, Thursday, Wednesday
| Day | Hours | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 07:30 – 14:00 | Open |
| Tuesday | 07:30 – 14:00 | Open |
| Wednesday | 07:30 – 14:00 | Open |
| Thursday | 07:30 – 14:00 | Open |
| Friday | 07:30 – 14:00 | Open |
| Saturday | 07:30 – 14:00 | Open |
| Sunday (today) | — | Closed |
Tours & Activities in Villajoyosa
What You'll Find
Location
Carrer Canalejas, s/n, 03570 La Vila Joiosa, Alicante, España
Villajoyosa, Alicante, Spain
Get DirectionsHow to get to Villajoyosa Central Market
The market is at Carrer Canalejas, s/n, in Villajoyosa's old town, close to the Town Hall and the main shopping street Calle Colón. The nearest tram stop is Creueta, on the TRAM Metropolità d'Alacant line connecting Alicante and Benidorm. On foot from the beach, it's a short walk through the historic quarter with its colourful painted houses. Street parking is available in the surrounding roads.
Facilities & Accessibility
Contact & Details
Stalls: 25
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Villajoyosa Central Market open? ▼
The market opens Monday to Saturday from 7:30am to 2pm and is closed on Sundays. Arrive before 11am for the best selection of fresh fish, which sells out quickly on busy mornings.
Can you eat at Villajoyosa Central Market? ▼
Yes. La Cantina el Gallina inside the market grills fresh produce you've bought from the stalls, from red prawns and razor clams to sardines and seasonal vegetables. It's a proper sit-down option, not just a snack counter.
What is Villajoyosa Central Market known for? ▼
The market is best known for its fresh locally caught fish, sold under the "Peix de La Vila" label. Villajoyosa has one of the largest trawler fishing fleets on the Costa Blanca, so the fish section is genuinely good. The two-floor layout and the distinctive pine trunk facade also make it stand out from most market buildings in the region.
Where is Villajoyosa Central Market? ▼
The market is on Carrer Canalejas, s/n, in the old town of Villajoyosa, Alicante. The nearest tram stop is Creueta on the TRAM Metropolità d'Alacant line.
