Zapillo Street Market
The Zapillo Street Market is a weekly market in Almería that opens every Saturday. It offers a wide variety of goods, including food, fruits, and vegetables, along with other items sold by street vendors. The market is open from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. It’s a good idea to check the schedule before heading there, as it may change on holidays.
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 Zapillo Street Market date back to the late 19th century, when farmers and artisans from the region would travel to the city of Almería to trade and sell their products. As in so many other towns in Almería, street vending emerged in connection with the agricultural calendar and livestock fairs, establishing itself over the generations as one of the town’s most important social and economic gatherings.
With the arrival of the 20th century and the economic transformation of rural areas, Almería’s weekly 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 vendors are third- or fourth-generation members of families who have been attending this event for decades, maintaining a direct connection to the city’s commercial fabric.
Today, the Zapillo Street Market maintains 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 cannot offer. The city government and the vendors’ association work together to preserve its traditional character in the heart of Almería.
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 Underground parking garage (just a step away, 63 m away) or take bus from Rambla,54 (the stop is just a step away, 75 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
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Nearby markets
Other markets located near this one due to their geographical proximity.
How to Get a Stall at the Zapillo Street Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Zapillo Street Market market, located at Almería? 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.
Zapillo Street Market is held on Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Almería 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 Almería (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 Almería town council website: https://www.aytoalmeria.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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Where and when do I apply for the permit?
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Documents and Resources
All official market documentation in one place.
Zapillo Street Market — street market in the municipality of Almería
The "Zapillo Street Market" is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Almería (Andalucía). 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 205,468 inhabitants.
Zapillo Street Market opens on Saturdays, from 08:30 – 14:00.
The "Zapillo Street Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Almería for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Almería, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Zapillo Street Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Rambla,54,” which is 75 meters away. For those traveling by car, Aparcamiento subterráneo is 63 meters away.
If the Zapillo 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:
- El Alquián Street Market (Almería)
- Cabo de Gata Street Market (Almería)
- Antigüedades y Arte de Almería Flea Market (Almería)
- Almería Organic Market (Almería)
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · La Bola Azul, Almería Street Market · Los Ángeles Street Market · Plaza Pavía Street Market.
Zapillo Street Market FAQs
Where is the "Zapillo Street Market"? Zapillo Street Market is located in the municipality of Almería (Andalucía).
What can you buy at the "Zapillo Street Market"? At Zapillo 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 "Zapillo Street Market" open? Zapillo Street Market opens on Saturdays, from 08:30 – 14:00.
What time does the "Zapillo Street Market" open and close? Zapillo Street Market is open from 08:30 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Zapillo Street Market" open today? No, Zapillo Street Market is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Saturday 10 October.
Is the "Zapillo Street Market" open tomorrow? No, Zapillo Street Market isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
Zapillo Street Market—when is it open next? Zapillo Street Market is once again hosting Saturday 10 October 2026 (4 days from now). The schedule is available at from 08:30 to 14:00.