Mercado Castilla
The Castilla Market is a weekly street market in Valencia, open Monday through Saturday. It is a general goods market: its stalls offer a mix of food, fruit and vegetables along with other typical items 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 there, 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
he origins of the Castilla Market date back to the early 20th century, when farmers and craftsmen from the region would travel to the city of Valencia to trade and sell their goods. As in so many other towns in Valencia, street vending emerged in tandem with 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, Valencia’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 Castilla Market retains that down-to-earth charm while adapting to new trends: organic products, contemporary crafts, local cuisine, and a close relationship with consumers that large shopping malls simply cannot offer. The town council and the vendors’ association collaborate to preserve its traditional character right in the heart of Valencia.
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.
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 Parking Tres Forques - Tres Creus (2 min on foot, 152 m away) or take bus from Tres Forques - Josep Maestre (the stop is 2 min on foot, 190 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
Calculated automatically based on market trends and the holiday calendar.
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Holidays are automatically excluded.
Nearby markets
Other markets located near this one due to their geographical proximity.
How to Get a Stall at the Mercado Castilla
Would you like to set up a stall at the Mercado Castilla market, located at Valencia? 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.
Mercado Castilla is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Valencia 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 Valencia (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 Valencia town council website: https://www.valencia.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.
Mercado Castilla — street market in the municipality of Valencia
The "Mercado Castilla" is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Valencia (Comunitat Valenciana). 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 840,792 inhabitants.
Mercado Castilla opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Monday 08:00–14:00 · Tuesday 08:00–14:00 · Wednesday 08:00–14:00 · Thursday 08:00–14:00 · Friday 08:00–14:00 · Saturday 08:00–14:00.
The "Mercado Castilla" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Valencia for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Valencia, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Mercado Castilla by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Tres Forques - Josep Maestre,” which is 190 meters away. For those traveling by car, Parking Tres Forques - Tres Creus is 152 meters away.
If the Mercado Castilla 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:
- Avenida del Cid Street Market (Valencia) 410 m
- Mislata Street Market (Mislata) 1.3 km
- Patraix - Jesús Municipal Market (Valencia) 1.4 km
- Jesús Street Market (Valencia) 1.4 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · La UPV Organic Market · Algirós Street Market · Benicalap Street Market.
The street market is located in the neighborhood of Tres Forques, one of the districts or areas of the municipality of Valencia.
Mercado Castilla FAQs
Where is the "Mercado Castilla"? Mercado Castilla is located in the municipality of Valencia (Comunitat Valenciana).
What can you buy at the "Mercado Castilla"? At Mercado Castilla, 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 "Mercado Castilla" open? Mercado Castilla opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Monday 08:00–14:00 · Tuesday 08:00–14:00 · Wednesday 08:00–14:00 · Thursday 08:00–14:00 · Friday 08:00–14:00 · Saturday 08:00–14:00.
What time does the "Mercado Castilla" open and close? Mercado Castilla is open from Monday 08:00–14:00 · Tuesday 08:00–14:00 · Wednesday 08:00–14:00 · Thursday 08:00–14:00 · Friday 08:00–14:00 · Saturday 08:00–14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Mercado Castilla" open today? Yes, the "Mercado Castilla" opens today on 6 October. The schedule is available at from 08:00 to 14:00.
Is the "Mercado Castilla" open tomorrow? Yes, the "Mercado Castilla" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 08:00 to 14:00.