Amio Street Market
The Amio Street Market in Santiago de Compostela is held at the fairgrounds of the same name and is one of Galicia’s most traditional markets for agricultural and livestock products. This street market in Santiago de Compostela combines stalls selling agricultural products and food with the rural character that sets it apart, making it a regular destination for residents of the region.
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 Amio Street Market date back to the 1950s, when farmers and craftsmen from the region would travel to the town of Santiago de Compostela to trade and sell their goods. As in so many other municipalities in A Coruña, this street market activity began as part of the agricultural calendar and livestock fairs, and over the generations it became 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, the weekly street market in Santiago de Compostela 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 link to the city’s commercial fabric.
Today, the Amio 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 cannot offer. The town council and the vendors’ association work together to preserve its traditional character in the very heart of Santiago de Compostela.
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 Rúa de Amio (just a step away, 62 m away) or take bus from Rúa de Amio nº 114 (the stop is 2 min on foot, 161 m away).
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Other markets located near this one due to their geographical proximity.
How to Get a Stall at the Amio Street Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Amio Street Market market, located at Santiago de Compostela? 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.
Amio Street Market is held on Wednesdays. The exact fee is set by the Santiago de Compostela 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 Santiago de Compostela town council at comercio@santiagodecompostela.gal.
- 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.
Amio Street Market — street market in the municipality of Santiago de Compostela
The “Amio Street Market” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Santiago de Compostela, in the province of A Coruña (Galicia). 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 100,965 inhabitants.
Amio Street Market opens on Wednesdays, from 08:30 – 14:00.
The "Amio Street Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Santiago de Compostela for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of A Coruña, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Amio Street Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Rúa de Amio nº 114,” which is 161 meters away. For those traveling by car, Rúa de Amio is 62 meters away.
If the Amio 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:
- Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair (Santiago de Compostela) 327 m
- Salgueiriños Street Market (Santiago de Compostela) 1.8 km
- Abastos de Santiago Market (Santiago de Compostela) 3.4 km
- Mercadillo Hippy (Santiago de Compostela) 3.6 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Antigüedades de Franco Street Market · Mercadillo do Nadal de Santiago de Compostela.
Amio Street Market FAQs
Where is the "Amio Street Market"? Amio Street Market is located in the municipality of Santiago de Compostela, in the province of A Coruña (Galicia).
What can you buy at the "Amio Street Market"? At Amio 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 "Amio Street Market" open? Amio Street Market opens on Wednesdays, from 08:30 – 14:00.
What time does the "Amio Street Market" open and close? Amio Street Market is open from 08:30 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Amio Street Market" open today? No, Amio Street Market is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Wednesday 7 October.
Is the "Amio Street Market" open tomorrow? Yes, the "Amio Street Market" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 08:30 to 14:00.
Amio Street Market—when is it open next? Amio Street Market is once again hosting Wednesday 7 October 2026 (tomorrow). The schedule is available at from 08:30 to 14:00.