San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market
The San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market is the most popular weekly street market in this neighborhood of the Marbella municipality in Málaga, which is held every Thursday on Jorge Guillén Street, right in the heart of San Pedro de Alcántara. With more than 250 stalls, this Costa del Sol street market offers a wide selection of textiles, footwear, jewelry, home goods, traditional leather crafts, fresh fruit, vegetables from the local plains, and a variety of other street vendors. The San Pedro de Alcántara street market in Marbella is open from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and has become a regular fixture for locals, international residents, and tourists along the western Costa del Sol. The hustle and bustle of haggling, the floral scarves strung between stalls, and the aromas of fish from the Rambla blend with the typical lively atmosphere of Andalusian street markets, drawing thousands of shoppers to San Pedro de Alcántara every Thursday.
What will I find at this market?
General, Food, Fruits and Vegetables
Everything You Need to Know
Get to Know the Market
A little background
he origins of the San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market date back to the 1960s, when farmers and craftsmen from the region would come to the town of Marbella to trade and sell their goods. As in so many other towns in Málaga, street vending developed in tandem with the agricultural calendar and livestock fairs, establishing itself over generations as one of the town’s most important social and economic gatherings.
With the arrival of the 21st century and the economic transformation of rural areas, Marbella’s weekly street market evolved: it gave way to large textile and footwear stalls, incorporated vendors from other provinces, and became more professionalized under municipal regulations. Many of today’s market traders are third- or fourth-generation members of families that have been attending this event for decades, maintaining a direct connection to the city’s commercial fabric.
Today, the San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market retains that down-to-earth essence while adapting to new trends: organic products, contemporary crafts, local cuisine, and a close relationship with consumers that large shopping centers simply cannot offer. The town council and the vendors’ association collaborate to preserve its traditional character in the heart of Marbella.
How to Find the Market
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 Public parking (2 min on foot, 152 m away) or take bus from Polideportivo El Arquillo (the stop is just a step away, 119 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
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Other markets located near this one due to their geographical proximity.
How to Get a Stall at the San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market market, located at Marbella? 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.
San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market is held on Thursdays. The exact fee is set by the Marbella 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 Marbella (check the town council’s official website to make sure it’s still in effect, in case it has been updated).
You can contact the Marbella town council at comercio@marbella.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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Documents and Resources
All official market documentation in one place.
San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market — street market in the municipality of Marbella
The “San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Marbella, in the province of Málaga (Andalucía). 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 159,786 inhabitants.
San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market opens on Thursdays, from 09:00 – 14:00.
The "San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Marbella for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Málaga, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Polideportivo El Arquillo,” which is 119 meters away.
If the San Pedro de Alcántara 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:
- Puerto Banús Street Market (Marbella) 3.2 km
- Marbella Organic Market (Marbella) 9.4 km
- Marbella Municipal Market (Marbella) 9.9 km
- Guadalhorce - Marbella Organic Market (Marbella) 10 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Puerto Deportivo de Marbella Craft Market · Las Chapas - Marbella Street Market · Divina Pastora Municipal Market.
San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market FAQs
Where is the "San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market"? San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market is located in the municipality of Marbella, in the province of Málaga (Andalucía).
What can you buy at the "San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market"? At San Pedro de Alcántara 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 "San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market" open? San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market opens on Thursdays, from 09:00 – 14:00.
What time does the "San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market" open and close? San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market is open from 09:00 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market" open today? No, San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Thursday 8 October.
Is the "San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market" open tomorrow? No, San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
San Pedro de Alcántara Street Market—when is it open next? San Pedro de Alcántara 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.