Palma Saturday Market
The Palma Saturday Street Market is a weekly street market held in Palma (Balearic Islands) on Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. It is set up on Avenida del Cid, in the Platja de Palma and Pla de Sant Jordi districts. The stalls mainly offer general merchandise, food, and fruits and vegetables.
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 Palma’s Saturday street market date back to the late 19th century, when farmers and artisans from the region would come to the town of Palma to trade and sell their produce. As in so many other municipalities in the Balearic Islands, this street market activity 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 20th century and the economic transformation of rural areas, Palma’s weekly street market gradually evolved: it gave way to large textile and shoe stalls, began to include 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 market for decades, maintaining a direct connection to the city’s commercial fabric.
Today, Palma’s Saturday Street Market retains that down-to-earth essence while adapting to new trends: organic products, contemporary crafts, local cuisine, and a close relationship with consumers that large shopping centers simply cannot offer. The town council and the vendors’ association work together to preserve its traditional character in the heart of Palma.
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 Carrer de Llorenç Frau (3 min on foot, 225 m away) or take bus from Avinguda del Cid, 52 (the stop is just a step away, 30 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 Palma Saturday Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Palma Saturday Market market, located at Palma? 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.
Palma Saturday Market is held on Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Palma 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 Palma (check the town council’s official website to make sure it’s still in effect, in case it has been updated).
You can contact the Palma town council at mercats@palma.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
What do I need to set up a stall at the Palma Saturday Market market?
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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.
Palma Saturday Market — street market in the municipality of Palma
The "Palma Saturday Market" is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Palma, in the province of Illes Balears. Its stalls offer a variety of local delicacies (textile products, footwear, fresh food, handicrafts, accessories, and household goods) in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere that makes it a regular destination for both locals and visitors. The municipality has 434,786 inhabitants.
Palma Saturday Market opens on Saturdays, from 08:00 – 14:00.
The "Palma Saturday Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Palma for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Illes Balears, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Palma Saturday Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Avinguda del Cid, 52,” which is 30 meters away. For those traveling by car, Personal is 1,159 meters away.
If the Palma Saturday 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:
- Coll d'en Rabassa Street Market (Palma) 3.2 km
- Rafal Nou Street Market (Palma) 3.2 km
- Mercadillo Artesanal Nocturno de Sagrera (Palma) 3.6 km
- Son Fuster Flea Market (Palma) 4.0 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Pere Garau Street Market · Plaza de los Patines Street Market · S'Arenal Street Market.
The street market is located in the neighborhood of Districte de Platja de Palma i Pla de Sant Jordi, one of the districts or areas of the municipality of Palma.
Palma Saturday Market FAQs
Where is the "Palma Saturday Market"? Palma Saturday Market is located in the municipality of Palma, in the province of Illes Balears.
What can you buy at the "Palma Saturday Market"? At Palma Saturday 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 "Palma Saturday Market" open? Palma Saturday Market opens on Saturdays, from 08:00 – 14:00.
What time does the "Palma Saturday Market" open and close? Palma Saturday Market is open from 08:00 – 14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Palma Saturday Market" open today? No, Palma Saturday Market is not open today, 6 October. The next market day will be Saturday 10 October.
Is the "Palma Saturday Market" open tomorrow? No, Palma Saturday Market isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.
Palma Saturday Market—when is it open next? Palma Saturday Market is once again hosting Saturday 10 October 2026 (4 days from now). The schedule is available at from 08:00 to 14:00.