Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla
The Inmaculada del Pla Gastronomic Market is Alicante’s weekly street market. It is held Monday through Saturday. Its name reflects its focus on gastronomy and food products. The market is open from 8:00 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 origins of the Inmaculada del Pla Gastronomic Market date back to the 1950s, when farmers and craftsmen from the region would travel to the city center of Alicante to trade and sell their produce. As in so many other municipalities in Alicante, street vending developed in tandem 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, Alicante’s weekly street market evolved: it gave way to large textile and footwear stalls, incorporated vendors from other provinces, and became 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 link to the city’s commercial fabric.
Today, the Inmaculada del Pla Gastronomic Market retains that popular 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 right in the heart of Alicante.
How to Find the Market
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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 Multi-level parking (6 min on foot, 493 m away) or take bus from Río Serpís (the stop is just a step away, 29 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 Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla
Would you like to set up a stall at the Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla market, located at Alicante? 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.
Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla is held on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. The exact fee is set by the Alicante 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 Alicante (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 Alicante town council website: https://www.alicante.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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Documents and Resources
All official market documentation in one place.
Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla — street market in the municipality of Alicante
The "Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla" is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Alicante (Comunitat Valenciana). Its stalls offer a variety of items, including “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 366,221 inhabitants.
Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Monday 08:00–14:00 · Tuesday 08:00–14:00 · Wednesday 08:00–14:00 · Thursday 08:00–14:00 · Friday 08:00–14:00 · Saturday 08:00–14:00.
The "Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Alicante 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 Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Río Serpís,” which is 29 meters away. For those traveling by car, Aparcamiento en altura is 493 meters away.
If the Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla 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:
- Carolinas Street Market (Alicante) 423 m
- Alicante Central Market (Alicante) 1.5 km
- Artesanía del Puerto de Alicante Street Market (Alicante) 1.6 km
- Filatelia, Numismática y Coleccionismo (Rastro de Alicante) Market (Alicante) 1.6 km
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Artesanía de Navidad y Reyes Street Market · Artesanía de Verano de la Playa de San Juan Street Market · Babel Street Market.
Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla FAQs
Where is the "Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla"? Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla is located in the municipality of Alicante (Comunitat Valenciana).
What can you buy at the "Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla"? At Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla, 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 "Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla" open? Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla opens on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from Monday 08:00–14:00 · Tuesday 08:00–14:00 · Wednesday 08:00–14:00 · Thursday 08:00–14:00 · Friday 08:00–14:00 · Saturday 08:00–14:00.
What time does the "Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla" open and close? Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla is open from Monday 08:00–14:00 · Tuesday 08:00–14:00 · Wednesday 08:00–14:00 · Thursday 08:00–14:00 · Friday 08:00–14:00 · Saturday 08:00–14:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla" open today? Yes, the "Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla" opens today on 6 October. The schedule is available at from 08:00 to 14:00.
Is the "Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla" open tomorrow? Yes, the "Galerías de Alimentación Inmaculada del Pla" opens tomorrow on 7 October. The schedule is available at from 08:00 to 14:00.