El Cabañal Street Market
The El Cabanyal Street Market is one of the largest and most popular weekly markets in Valencia, held every Thursday morning in the heart of the seaside neighborhood of El Cabanyal, one of the city’s oldest and most distinctive neighborhoods. With more than 300 stalls spread across Escalante, Mediterrani, Plaça de la Creu del Canyamelar, Martí Grajales, Vicente Brull, Justo Vilar, and Rosari streets, this Valencia market offers clothing, shoes, accessories, home decor, crafts, cosmetics, flowers, and traditional food products. The El Cabanyal Street Market has become a must-see stop on Valencia’s street market circuit, attracting thousands of visitors every Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Its location in the seaside neighborhood of El Cabanyal, with its Modernist houses featuring colorful roofs and the seaside atmosphere of the Poblats Maritims district, makes it a unique experience.
What will I find at this market?
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A little background
he roots of the El Cabanyal Street Market are intertwined with the history of the seaside neighborhood of the same name, one of the oldest and most distinctive in Valencia, which has been a hub of intense commercial activity for centuries due to its strategic location by the sea and the port. The market emerged as a natural extension of that commercial tradition, in which local fishermen and merchants exchanged goods and fresh produce.
The first market in the El Cabanyal neighborhood was built in the 19th century, and the current one dates back to 1958; today, it is one of the largest weekly markets in the Valencian Community, with more than four hundred stalls. It is held on Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., except on the days before public holidays, and is part of the City of Valencia’s official calendar of special street markets.
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Who's in the market?
There are currently no vendors with valid authorization in this market.
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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 Public parking (3 min on foot, 256 m away) or take bus from Mediterrània - Reina (the stop is just a step away, 83 m away).
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Other markets located near this one due to their geographical proximity.
How to Get a Stall at the El Cabañal Street Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the El Cabañal Street Market market, located at Valencia? 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 Cabañal Street Market is held on Thursdays. The exact fee is set by the Valencia 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 download the municipal ordinance on street vending from Valencia (check the town council’s official website to make sure it’s still in effect, in case it has been updated).
Check the procedure on the Valencia town council website: https://www.valencia.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
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All official market documentation in one place.
El Cabañal Street Market — street market in the municipality of Valencia
The "El Cabañal Street Market" is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Valencia (Comunitat Valenciana). Its stalls offer a variety of items, including “textile products, footwear, fresh food, handicrafts, accessories, and household goods,” in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere that makes it a regular destination for locals and visitors alike. The municipality has 840,792 inhabitants.
El Cabañal Street Market opens on Thursdays, from 09:00 – 14:00.
The "El Cabañal Street Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Valencia for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Valencia, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the El Cabañal Street Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Mediterrània - Reina,” which is 83 meters away.
If the El Cabañal Street Market 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:
- Cabañal - Burguer Cris Street Market (Valencia) 267 m
- Grao Street Market (Valencia) 780 m
- Valencia Flea Market (Valencia) 919 m
- La Malvarrosa Street Market (Valencia) 1.2 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · La UPV Organic Market · Algirós Street Market · Avenida del Cid Street Market.
The street market is located in the neighborhood of Cabañal - Cañamelar, one of the districts or areas of the municipality of Valencia.
El Cabañal Street Market FAQs
Where is the "El Cabañal Street Market"? El Cabañal Street Market is located in the municipality of Valencia (Comunitat Valenciana).
What can you buy at the "El Cabañal Street Market"? At El Cabañal Street Market, 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 Cabañal Street Market" open? El Cabañal Street Market opens on Thursdays, from 09:00 – 14:00.
What time does the "El Cabañal Street Market" open and close? El Cabañal Street Market is open from 09:00 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "El Cabañal Street Market" open today? No, El Cabañal Street Market is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Thursday 8 October.
Is the "El Cabañal Street Market" open tomorrow? No, El Cabañal Street Market isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
El Cabañal Street Market—when is it open next? El Cabañal Street Market is once again hosting Thursday 8 October 2026 (2 days from now). The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.