Algemesí Municipal Market

Algemesí Municipal Market is a covered food market at Plaça del Mercat, 2, in the centre of Algemesí, Valencia. Twenty-five stalls trade Monday to Saturday from 9am, closing at 2pm on most days and running through to 8pm on Friday. It is listed among the municipal markets in Algemesí.

What to buy at Algemesí Municipal Market

The 25 stalls cover the core of a Valencian kitchen: fresh fruit and vegetables, meat and poultry, fish and seafood, cheese and dairy, and bread from the bakery counters. Algemesí sits in Valencia's citrus country, and the fruit stalls follow the local season. Friday is the one day you can shop in the afternoon, with the hall open until 8pm.

How to get to Algemesí Municipal Market

The market is at Plaça del Mercat, 2, in central Algemesí. Algemesí train station on the Valencia–Xàtiva Cercanías line is around a 10-minute walk away. By car, take the A-7 and exit at Algemesí; street parking is available near the square. The hall is wheelchair accessible.

Where to stay in Algemesí

Algemesí is a small town, so the centre is the practical base: Town Centre puts you within walking distance of Plaça del Mercat. For a wider choice of hotels, Valencia City Centre is about 30 minutes away by train and works well for a day trip.

What time does Algemesí Municipal Market open?

Algemesí Municipal Market opens at 9am Monday to Saturday. It closes at 2pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday, and stays open through the afternoon until 8pm on Friday. It does not trade on Sunday. The hall is at Plaça del Mercat, 2, in the centre of town.

What is Algemesí Municipal Market known for?

Algemesí Municipal Market is known as the town's everyday food hall, with 25 stalls under one roof covering fruit and vegetables, meat and poultry, fish and seafood, cheese and dairy, and bread. Its long Friday, open until 8pm, is what sets it apart from the shorter weekday mornings.

Can you eat at Algemesí Municipal Market?

No, Algemesí Municipal Market is a food shopping market rather than a food hall with counters to sit at. Its 25 stalls sell ingredients to take home, from fruit and vegetables to fish, cheese and bread. Cafés and bars are within a short walk of Plaça del Mercat.

How do I pay at Algemesí Municipal Market?

Algemesí Municipal Market accepts cash, contactless card payments and mobile payments, so you do not need to arrive with euros in hand. Each stall is paid separately rather than at a single till, worth knowing if you are picking up fish, bread and fruit in one trip.