El Rastro del Mercado Municipal
In Puerto de la Cruz, you’ll find El Rastro del Mercado Municipal, a weekly street market dedicated to selling a variety of products. Located at 4 Blas Pérez González Avenue, this street market offers residents and visitors the opportunity to find items from different categories all in one place. The market is open from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., allowing shoppers to do their shopping in the morning. The stalls at El Rastro del Indoor Market offer clothing, footwear, and general store goods, meeting the everyday needs of those looking for street markets in Puerto de la Cruz. The market’s general goods range makes it a convenient option for purchasing various types of products without having to travel to multiple locations. Both residents and tourists can take advantage of these mornings to do their shopping. Anyone wondering which days the market is open in Puerto de la Cruz will find that El Rastro del Mercado Municipal is a weekly street market held in the morning. We recommend checking the municipal calendar to confirm the exact days it’s open and stopping by to see what’s available.
What will I find at this market?
General Goods, Clothing and Footwear, General Store Goods
Everything You Need to Know
A little background
he Rastro at the Puerto de la Cruz Indoor Market is part of the network of temporary sales regulated by the Puerto de la Cruz Town Council, as part of the street vending of various products typical of this type of street market in the Canary Islands. It is a key event for local commerce in Puerto de la Cruz (Santa Cruz de Tenerife).
How to Find the Market
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Who's in the market?
There are currently no vendors with valid authorization in this market.
Coming Soon
The list of vendors will appear here as soon as the first valid authorizations are granted.
A unique experience
Tradition and Experience
A historic market, organized by the City Council with all the necessary safeguards.
Wide variety
Dozens of street vendors selling local products, handicrafts, and more.
Unique Setting
Enjoy the town's atmosphere and get to know the local shopkeepers.
Easy access
Well-connected and with a parking area nearby.
How to Get There and Park
Parking, public transportation, and services near the market.
⏱ Estimated time: 60–120 min
Where can I park?
How do I get there by public transportation?
You can park at Centro de Salud (2 min on foot, 141 m away) or take bus from Mercado Municipal (the stop is just a step away, 58 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
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How to Get a Stall at the El Rastro del Mercado Municipal
Would you like to set up a stall at the El Rastro del Mercado Municipal market, located at Puerto de la Cruz? To sell as a street vendor, you need a municipal street vending permit or license: this is issued by the town council, not the market itself, and typically requires that you be registered as a self-employed individual or a business, be in good standing with the tax authorities and Social Security, and have liability insurance that covers the stall.
El Rastro del Mercado Municipal is held on Wednesdays and Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Puerto de la Cruz town council; please check it before submitting your application.
Applications are submitted to the town council, usually online or in person, and may be granted directly (if there are open stalls) or through a public call for stall applications with a waiting list when demand exceeds the number of available stalls.
You can contact the Puerto de la Cruz town council at alcaldia@puertodelacruz.es.
- Contact the town council's commerce or markets department
- Gather the necessary documentation: registration as a self-employed individual or business, proof of being up to date with the tax authorities and Social Security, and liability insurance
- Submit the application for a street vending permit (through the online portal or at the registry office)
- Pay the applicable municipal fee, if required by the town council
- Pick up your authorization and bring it with you on market day
Frequently Asked Questions for Merchants
What do I need to set up a stall at the El Rastro del Mercado Municipal market?
How much is the fee for the stall?
Where and when do I apply for the permit?
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Documents and Resources
All official market documentation in one place.
El Rastro del Mercado Municipal — street market in the municipality of Puerto de la Cruz
The “El Rastro del Mercado Municipal” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Puerto de la Cruz, in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Canarias). Its stalls offer a variety of items, including “textile products, footwear, fresh food, handicrafts, accessories, and household goods,” all in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere that makes it a regular destination for locals and visitors alike. The municipality has 31,137 inhabitants.
El Rastro del Mercado Municipal opens on Wednesdays and Saturdays, from 09:00 – 14:00.
The "El Rastro del Mercado Municipal" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Puerto de la Cruz for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the El Rastro del Mercado Municipal by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Mercado Municipal,” which is 58 meters away. For those traveling by car, Centro de Salud is 141 meters away.
If the El Rastro del Mercado Municipal is too far away, or if you want to plan a route through several markets in the area, here are the closest street markets by geographical proximity:
- Agricultor Valle de La Orotava Street Market (La Orotava) 3.7 km
- Agricultor de Candelaria (miércoles) Market (Candelaria) 16 km
- Agricultor de Candelaria (sábado) Market (Candelaria) 16 km
- Agricultor de San Juan (sábado) Street Market (Tacoronte) 17 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory.
El Rastro del Mercado Municipal FAQs
Where is the "El Rastro del Mercado Municipal"? El Rastro del Mercado Municipal is located in the municipality of Puerto de la Cruz, in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Canarias).
What can you buy at the "El Rastro del Mercado Municipal"? At El Rastro del Mercado Municipal, you'll find textile products, footwear, fresh food, handicrafts, accessories, and household goods, among other typical items from street markets.
On which days is the "El Rastro del Mercado Municipal" open? El Rastro del Mercado Municipal opens on Wednesdays and Saturdays, from 09:00 – 14:00.
What time does the "El Rastro del Mercado Municipal" open and close? El Rastro del Mercado Municipal is open from 09:00 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "El Rastro del Mercado Municipal" open today? No, El Rastro del Mercado Municipal is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Wednesday 7 October.
Is the "El Rastro del Mercado Municipal" open tomorrow? Yes, the "El Rastro del Mercado Municipal" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.
El Rastro del Mercado Municipal—when is it open next? El Rastro del Mercado Municipal is once again hosting Wednesday 7 October 2026 (tomorrow). The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.