Altea Tuesday Market
The Altea Tuesday Market is the weekly street market in Altea (Alicante). It is held every Tuesday. It takes place at Parking de la Basseta, s/n. The selection is general goods and includes food stalls, fruit and vegetable stands, and other products typically found at street markets. The market is open from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. It’s a good idea to check the schedule before heading out, as it may change on holidays.
What will I find at this market?
General, Food, Fruits and Vegetables
Everything You Need to Know
A little background
ltea is a coastal town in the Marina Baixa region known for its white historic district perched above the sea, with the church featuring blue domes as its iconic landmark. The town combines its traditional fishing heritage with the artistic flair provided by the presence of the Miguel Hernández University’s School of Fine Arts. The weekly street market is set up in the Cami de l’Algar parking lot so as not to interfere with the historic town center, offering enough space for all authorized stalls. The Altea Town Council regulates itinerant sales through a specific ordinance, and stalls are allocated on a competitive basis following standard administrative procedures.
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 Carrer Clot del Mingot (just a step away, 98 m away) or take bus from C/ Garganes (the stop is just a step away, 68 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 Altea Tuesday Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Altea Tuesday Market market, located at Altea? 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.
Altea Tuesday Market is held on Tuesdays. The exact fee is set by the Altea 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.
Check the procedure on the Altea town council website: https://www.altea.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.
Altea Tuesday Market — street market in the municipality of Altea
The “Altea Tuesday Market” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Altea, in the province of Alicante (Comunitat Valenciana). 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 24,592 inhabitants.
Altea Tuesday Market opens on Tuesdays, from 08:00 – 14:00.
The "Altea Tuesday Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Altea for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Alicante, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Altea Tuesday Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “C/ Garganes,” which is 68 meters away. For those traveling by car, Carrer Clot del Mingot is 98 meters away.
If the Altea Tuesday 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:
- L'Alfàs del Pi Friday Market (l'Alfàs del Pi) 5.5 km
- Artesanía de la Plaza del Mediterráneo (playa La Fossa) Fair (Calpe) 8.8 km
- Los sábados de Calp (zona alimentación) Market (Calpe) 8.9 km
- Mercadillo Pueblo (Rincón de Loix) (Benidorm) 9.1 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory.
Altea Tuesday Market FAQs
Where is the "Altea Tuesday Market"? Altea Tuesday Market is located in the municipality of Altea, in the province of Alicante (Comunitat Valenciana).
What can you buy at the "Altea Tuesday Market"? At Altea Tuesday 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 "Altea Tuesday Market" open? Altea Tuesday Market opens on Tuesdays, from 08:00 – 14:00.
What time does the "Altea Tuesday Market" open and close? Altea Tuesday Market is open from 08:00 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Altea Tuesday Market" open today? Yes, the "Altea Tuesday Market" opens today on 6 October. The schedule is available at from 08:00 to 14:00.
Is the "Altea Tuesday Market" open tomorrow? No, Altea Tuesday Market isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
Altea Tuesday Market—when is it open next? Altea Tuesday Market is once again hosting Tuesday 13 October 2026 (7 days from now). The schedule is available at from 08:00 to 14:00.