Orba Neighbourhood Street Market

Orba Neighbourhood Street Market sets up every Friday from 8am to 2pm in Plaza Poeta Miguel Hernández in Alfafar, a small town just south of Valencia city. Around 30 stalls line the square, selling clothing, footwear, leather goods and handmade crafts. Bring cash, as card payments aren't accepted.

What you'll find

The market leans heavily towards clothing and textiles, with stalls covering everything from everyday basics to seasonal pieces. You'll also find footwear and leather goods alongside a selection of locally made handicrafts. Check out the other street markets in Alfafar if you're looking for more variety on different days.

How to get to Orba Neighbourhood Street Market

The market is at Pl. Poeta Miguel Hernández, 7, in the Barrio Orba neighbourhood of Alfafar (also known as Parque Alcosa). The square is flat and wheelchair accessible.

Where to stay in Alfafar

Alfafar is a small town just south of Valencia city, so your best bet is to stay in City Centre or Ruzafa, where you'll find plenty of hotels and easy transport links into Alfafar. The market is close enough to reach by metro or a short drive, making Valencia a practical and comfortable base.

If you'd prefer to stay closer, look for accommodation in L'Horta Sud, the broader district that includes Alfafar itself. Options are limited but it keeps you right on the doorstep of the market.

What day is Orba Neighbourhood Street Market?

Orba Neighbourhood Street Market runs every Friday from 8am to 2pm in Alfafar's Barrio Orba neighbourhood, also known as Parque Alcosa. It's a weekly fixture rather than a one-off event, so the roughly 30 stalls at Plaza Poeta Miguel Hernández set up on the same day each week, rain or shine.

What can you buy at Orba Street Market?

Orba Street Market sells mostly clothing and textiles, alongside footwear, leather goods and handmade crafts from local stallholders. Around 30 stalls set up at Plaza Poeta Miguel Hernández each Friday, making it a compact market focused on clothing and craft rather than fresh food or household goods.

Do I need cash at Orba Street Market?

Yes, Orba Street Market only accepts cash, since none of the roughly 30 stalls take card payments. Withdraw what you need before you arrive, as the market itself has no card machines or contactless options at any of the stalls selling clothing, footwear or handicrafts.