Antigüedades de Franco Street Market
The Rua do Franco Antiques Street Market is a regular event in Santiago de Compostela for those looking for antiques and collectibles. Locals and pilgrims browse the stalls right in the heart of the city’s historic district. If you’re planning a visit to this antique street market in Santiago de Compostela, check Feriam for the hours and exact location before you go.
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 Franco Callejero Antiques Market date back to the 1960s, when farmers and craftsmen from the region would come to the town of Santiago de Compostela to trade and sell their goods. As in so many other municipalities in A Coruña, street vending emerged in tandem 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 21st century and the economic transformation of rural areas, the occasional market in Santiago de Compostela gradually evolved: it gave way to large textile and footwear stalls, incorporated vendors from other provinces, and became 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 Franco Callejero Antiques Market retains that popular 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
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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 Aparcadoiro Praza de Galicia (just a step away, 50 m away) or take bus from Senra nº 14 (the stop is just a step away, 59 m away).
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How to Get a Stall at the Antigüedades de Franco Street Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Antigüedades de Franco 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.
Antigüedades de Franco Street Market is held on variable number of days. 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
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Antigüedades de Franco Street Market — street market in the municipality of Santiago de Compostela
The “Antigüedades de Franco 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.
The "Antigüedades de Franco Street Market" announces its market days in advance. Further down on this page, you'll find the calendar with the upcoming dates so you can plan your visit to the stalls.
The "Antigüedades de Franco 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 Antigüedades de Franco Street Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Senra nº 14,” which is 59 meters away. For those traveling by car, Aparcadoiro Praza de Galicia is 50 meters away.
If the Antigüedades de Franco 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:
- Mercadillo Hippy (Santiago de Compostela) 0 m
- Mercadillo do Nadal de Santiago de Compostela (Santiago de Compostela) 252 m
- Abastos de Santiago Market (Santiago de Compostela) 398 m
- Salgueiriños Street Market (Santiago de Compostela) 2.2 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Ganado de Rural (Feria del Ganado) Fair · Amio Street Market.
The street market is located in the neighborhood of O Ensanche, one of the districts or areas of the municipality of Santiago de Compostela.
"Antigüedades de Franco Street Market" is a one-time themed market on Santiago de Compostela, held on specific dates and featuring products and offerings designed for the occasion.
Antigüedades de Franco Street Market FAQs
Where is the "Antigüedades de Franco Street Market"? Antigüedades de Franco Street Market is located in the municipality of Santiago de Compostela, in the province of A Coruña (Galicia).
What can you buy at the "Antigüedades de Franco Street Market"? At Antigüedades de Franco Street Market, you'll find textile products, footwear, fresh food, handicrafts, accessories, and household goods, among other typical items from street markets.
Where can I park to go to the "Antigüedades de Franco Street Market"? Parking is available near the Antigüedades de Franco Street Market. A common option is Aparcadoiro Praza de Galicia.
How do I get to the “Antigüedades de Franco Street Market” by public transportation? You can get to the "Antigüedades de Franco Street Market" by public transportation. The nearest stop is "Senra nº 14."
Market Calendar
Is the "Antigüedades de Franco Street Market" open today? No, Antigüedades de Franco Street Market is not open today, 6 October.
Is the "Antigüedades de Franco Street Market" open tomorrow? No, Antigüedades de Franco Street Market isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.