Abastos de Santiago Market
The Santiago de Compostela Food Market is the second most visited site in the city, after the cathedral, and an essential part of daily life in Santiago. Built entirely of granite, it consists of eight parallel aisles crowned by whitewashed barrel vaults that evoke the traditional architecture of Galician pazos and hórreos. Its stalls showcase the bounty of the northwestern peninsula: fish and shellfish from the Galician estuaries, Galician veal, cheeses with protected designation of origin, cured meats, cornbread, vegetables, and the famous “mariscadoras” and “paisanas” who bring their produce directly from the garden or the sea. In addition to the market area, it features a cooking school, restaurants, and cultural activities that have made it a culinary and tourist landmark in Galicia.
What will I find at this market?
Food
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Get to Know the Market
A little background
arket activity in this area around the Plaza de Abastos has been documented since the 19th century, when an earlier market existed on the same site. The current building was designed by the Asturian architect Joaquín Vaquero Palacios (1900–1998), who won the competition organized by the City Council and oversaw construction between 1937 and 1941. Vaquero opted for a regionalist architectural style sensitive to the site: he eschewed the iron-and-glass architecture common in contemporary markets and instead used local granite carved by stonemasons from the Santiago de Compostela guild, integrating the market into the historic city’s monumental fabric. The design, featuring eight independent naves with vaults and open courtyards between them, reflects the idea—expressed by the architect himself—of bringing the countryside into the city, facilitating ventilation and allowing female farmers to sell their produce outdoors. Considered a landmark of 20th-century Spanish architecture, it is part of the historic complex of Santiago, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985.
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Who's in the market?
There are currently no vendors with valid authorization in this market.
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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 San Clemente (3 min on foot, 231 m away) or take bus from Virxe da Cerca (Praza de Abastos 2) (the stop is 4 min on foot, 340 m away).
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Upcoming Dates
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How to Get a Stall in the Abastos de Santiago Market Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Abastos de Santiago Market market, located at Santiago de Compostela? Since this is a permanent (food) market hall, access to a stall is not handled as street vending: it is obtained through a concession, lease, or transfer of an existing stall, typically through the town council or the merchants’ association that manages the market.
Abastos de Santiago Market opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Santiago de Compostela town council; please check it before submitting your application.
When a stall becomes available, it is usually awarded through direct concession; if there are multiple interested parties, the town council may hold a public selection process with a waiting list. The transfer of an already occupied stall, if permitted, is negotiated with the outgoing owner and requires municipal approval.
You can contact the Santiago de Compostela town council at comercio@santiagodecompostela.gal.
- Contact the town council's commerce or markets department, or the market merchants' association
- Gather the necessary documentation: registration as a self-employed individual or business, and proof that you are up to date with your tax and Social Security obligations
- Submit the application for a concession, lease, or transfer of the stall
- Pay the applicable municipal fee or tax, if required by the town council
- Pick up your pass and take your assigned stall
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Abastos de Santiago Market — street market in the municipality of Santiago de Compostela
The “Abastos de Santiago 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.
Abastos de Santiago Market is open Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Monday 07:30–15:00 · Tuesday 07:30–15:00 · Wednesday 07:30–15:00 · Thursday 07:30–15:00 · Friday 07:30–15:00 · Saturday 07:30–15:00.
The "Abastos de Santiago 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 Abastos de Santiago Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Virxe da Cerca (Praza de Abastos 2),” which is 340 meters away. For those traveling by car, Aparcadoiro San Clemente is 231 meters away.
If the Abastos de Santiago 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) 398 m
- Antigüedades de Franco Street Market (Santiago de Compostela) 398 m
- Mercadillo do Nadal de Santiago de Compostela (Santiago de Compostela) 476 m
- Salgueiriños Street Market (Santiago de Compostela) 1.9 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.
Abastos de Santiago Market FAQs
Where is the "Abastos de Santiago Market"? Abastos de Santiago Market is located in the municipality of Santiago de Compostela, in the province of A Coruña (Galicia).
What can you buy at the "Abastos de Santiago Market"? At Abastos de Santiago 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 "Abastos de Santiago Market" open? Abastos de Santiago Market is open Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Monday 07:30–15:00 · Tuesday 07:30–15:00 · Wednesday 07:30–15:00 · Thursday 07:30–15:00 · Friday 07:30–15:00 · Saturday 07:30–15:00.
What time does the "Abastos de Santiago Market" open and close? Abastos de Santiago Market is open from Monday 07:30–15:00 · Tuesday 07:30–15:00 · Wednesday 07:30–15:00 · Thursday 07:30–15:00 · Friday 07:30–15:00 · Saturday 07:30–15:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Abastos de Santiago Market" open today? Yes, the "Abastos de Santiago Market" opens today on 6 October. The schedule is available at from 07:30 to 15:00.
Is the "Abastos de Santiago Market" open tomorrow? Yes, the "Abastos de Santiago Market" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 07:30 to 15:00.