Pescado de Arona Market
The Arona Fish Market is the weekly street market in Arona (Santa Cruz de Tenerife). It is held Monday through Saturday. It is a gourmet market focused on food products. The market is open from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Days and hours may vary on holidays and special occasions, so it is best to confirm them before visiting.
What will I find at this market?
General, Food, Fruits and Vegetables
Everything You Need to Know
A little background
he origins of the Arona Fish Market date back to the 1960s, when farmers and craftsmen from the region would come to the town of Arona to trade and sell their produce. As in so many other municipalities in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, street vending emerged in connection with the agricultural calendar and livestock fairs, establishing itself over the generations as 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, Arona’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 who have been attending this event for decades, maintaining a direct connection to the town’s commercial fabric.
Today, the Arona Fish 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 cannot offer. The town council and the vendors’ association work together to preserve its traditional character in the heart of Arona.
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 Private parking (2 min on foot, 177 m away) or take bus from La Paz (the stop is just a step away, 76 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 Pescado de Arona Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Pescado de Arona Market market, located at Arona? 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.
Pescado de Arona Market is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Arona 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 contact the Arona town council at portalweb@arona.org.
- 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.
Pescado de Arona Market — street market in the municipality of Arona
The “Pescado de Arona Market” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Arona, in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Canarias). 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 87,793 inhabitants.
Pescado de Arona Market opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Monday 09:00–14:00 · Tuesday 09:00–14:00 · Wednesday 09:00–14:00 · Thursday 09:00–14:00 · Friday 09:00–14:00 · Saturday 09:00–14:00.
The "Pescado de Arona Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Arona for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Pescado de Arona Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “La Paz,” which is 76 meters away. For those traveling by car, Aparcamiento privado is 177 meters away.
If the Pescado de Arona 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:
- Agricultor del Valle de San Lorenzo Market (Arona) 9.3 km
- Los Cristianos Street Market (Arona) 10 km
- Agricultores de Arona Market (Arona) 10 km
- Guaza Flea Market (Arona) 10 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory.
The street market is located in the neighborhood of Las Galletas, one of the districts or areas of the municipality of Arona.
Pescado de Arona Market FAQs
Where is the "Pescado de Arona Market"? Pescado de Arona Market is located in the municipality of Arona, in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Canarias).
What can you buy at the "Pescado de Arona Market"? At Pescado de Arona 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 "Pescado de Arona Market" open? Pescado de Arona Market opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Monday 09:00–14:00 · Tuesday 09:00–14:00 · Wednesday 09:00–14:00 · Thursday 09:00–14:00 · Friday 09:00–14:00 · Saturday 09:00–14:00.
What time does the "Pescado de Arona Market" open and close? Pescado de Arona Market is open from Monday 09:00–14:00 · Tuesday 09:00–14:00 · Wednesday 09:00–14:00 · Thursday 09:00–14:00 · Friday 09:00–14:00 · Saturday 09:00–14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Pescado de Arona Market" open today? Yes, the "Pescado de Arona Market" opens today on 6 October. The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.
Is the "Pescado de Arona Market" open tomorrow? Yes, the "Pescado de Arona Market" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.