Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market
The Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market is a weekly street market held in Madrid (Madrid) on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. It is located at Paseo de Santa María de la Cabeza, 41, in the Arganzuela district. The stalls mainly offer general goods, food, and fruit 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 Santa María de la Cabeza Market (also known as the Santa María de la Cabeza Indoor Market) is a market hall located in the city of Madrid. It is one of two markets in the Arganzuela district. Construction of the building began in 1925, and it was finally opened in 1940 in the rationalist architectural style. The market was renovated in 2006 and currently houses about fifty stalls alongside a supermarket.
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 Underground parking garage (4 min on foot, 293 m away) or take bus from Bus stop (the stop is just a step away, 69 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 Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market market, located at Madrid? 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 María de la Cabeza Street Market is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. The exact fee is set by the Madrid 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 Madrid town council at atencionalciudadano@012.madrid.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
What do I need to set up a stall at the Santa María de la Cabeza Street 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.
Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market — street market in the municipality of Madrid
The “Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Madrid. Its stalls offer a variety of products—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 3,506,730 inhabitants.
Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 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.
The "Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Madrid for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Madrid, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Parada de autobús,” which is 69 meters away. For those traveling by car, Aparcamiento subterráneo is 293 meters away.
If the Santa María de la Cabeza Street 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:
- Motores Market (Madrid) 645 m
- Guillermo de Osma Street Market (Madrid) 851 m
- Costello Street Market (Madrid) 972 m
- Productos de Madrid - Casa María Street Market (Madrid) 1.0 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Bodega y Cocina Gárate · Feria-Mercado de Artesanía de la Comunidad de Madrid · Alcorisa-Silvano Street Market.
The street market is located in the neighborhood of Arganzuela, one of the districts or areas of the municipality of Madrid.
Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market FAQs
Where is the "Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market"? Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market is located in the municipality of Madrid.
What can you buy at the "Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market"? At Santa María de la Cabeza Street 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 María de la Cabeza Street Market" open? Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 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.
What time does the "Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market" open and close? Santa María de la Cabeza Street 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. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market" open today? Yes, the "Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market" opens today on 6 October. The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.
Is the "Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market" open tomorrow? Yes, the "Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.
Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market—when is it open next? Santa María de la Cabeza Street Market is once again hosting Wednesday 7 October 2026 (tomorrow). The schedule is available at from 09:00 to 14:00.