Santa Pola Central Market
The Santa Pola Central Market is held in Santa Pola (Alicante) and is open Monday through Saturday. It is a farmers’ market focused on daily grocery shopping for food, fruits, and vegetables. The market is open from 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Days and hours may vary on holidays and special occasions, so it’s best to confirm them before visiting.
What will I find at this market?
General, Food, Fruit and Vegetables
Everything You Need to Know
Get to Know the Market
A little background
he Santa Pola food market stands on the site of what is popularly known as the “Broken Church.” That church, designed as the “New Church,” began construction on October 10, 1861, next to the castle-fortress, but repeated collapses of the vault and changes in master builders prevented its completion.
In the 1930s, the City Council decided to use the remaining ruins to build the municipal market there. Construction took place between 1935 and 1938. The main façade still retains traces of the original religious project, such as the base of the tower on which the bell tower was to rise and the large entrance door with its staircase; various historians have noted its resemblance to the Church of San Jaime in Guardamar del Segura.
How to Find the Market
Address
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 Public parking (3 min on foot, 278 m away) or take bus from Castalla (the stop is 3 min on foot, 263 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 Santa Pola Central Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Santa Pola Central Market market, located at Santa Pola? 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.
Santa Pola Central Market is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Santa Pola 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 Santa Pola (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 Santa Pola town council website: https://www.sax.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.
Santa Pola Central Market — street market in the municipality of Santa Pola
The “Santa Pola Central Market” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Santa Pola, 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 39,709 inhabitants.
Santa Pola Central Market opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Monday 05:00–14:00 · Tuesday 05:00–14:00 · Wednesday 05:00–14:00 · Thursday 05:00–14:00 · Friday 05:00–14:00 · Saturday 05:00–14:00.
The "Santa Pola Central Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Santa Pola 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 Santa Pola Central Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Castalla,” which is 263 meters away.
If the Santa Pola Central 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:
- Los Lunes Street Market (Ibi) 12 km
- Mercadillo La Huerta (Petrer) 15 km
- Petrer Medieval Market (Petrer) 16 km
- Mercadillo La Frontera (Petrer) 16 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Libros Fair · Santa Pola Mobile Street Market · Verano de Playa Lisa Street Market.
Santa Pola Central Market FAQs
Where is the "Santa Pola Central Market"? Santa Pola Central Market is located in the municipality of Santa Pola, in the province of Alicante (Comunitat Valenciana).
What can you buy at the "Santa Pola Central Market"? At Santa Pola Central 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 "Santa Pola Central Market" open? Santa Pola Central Market opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Monday 05:00–14:00 · Tuesday 05:00–14:00 · Wednesday 05:00–14:00 · Thursday 05:00–14:00 · Friday 05:00–14:00 · Saturday 05:00–14:00.
What time does the "Santa Pola Central Market" open and close? Santa Pola Central Market is open from Monday 05:00–14:00 · Tuesday 05:00–14:00 · Wednesday 05:00–14:00 · Thursday 05:00–14:00 · Friday 05:00–14:00 · Saturday 05:00–14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Santa Pola Central Market" open today? Yes, the "Santa Pola Central Market" opens today on 6 October. The schedule is available at from 05:00 to 14:00.
Is the "Santa Pola Central Market" open tomorrow? Yes, the "Santa Pola Central Market" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 05:00 to 14:00.