Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market
The Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market is one of the most unique and authentic flea markets in Bilbao, held in the historic neighborhoods of Bilbao La Vieja, San Francisco, and Zabala, on the banks of the Nervión estuary. The Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market features stalls selling secondhand goods, used books, records, vintage clothing, crafts, ceramics, and collectibles, all set against a multicultural atmosphere that reflects the neighborhood’s immense diversity. The Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market has become a landmark of alternative commerce and Bilbao’s emerging creative scene, with the Marzana pier and the Nervión estuary as a backdrop. It’s a must-see to discover the city’s most vibrant and ever-changing side, as well as alternative commerce in the multicultural heart of the Basque Country.
What will I find at this market?
General, Food, Fruit and Vegetables
Everything You Need to Know
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A little background
ilbao La Vieja, San Francisco, and Zabala are the neighborhoods that grew up on the left bank of the Nervión estuary amid Bilbao’s industrialization in the 19th and 20th centuries, with a strong working-class presence and a subsequent transformation into multicultural neighborhoods. Since the beginning of the 21st century, the urban revitalization of Bilbao La Vieja has brought alternative commerce, street art, and a new generation of creatives.
In this context, the Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market has established itself as a regular street market regulated by the City of Bilbao, featuring stalls run by artisans, collectors, and neighborhood groups. Today, it is a must-see destination for alternative tourism in Bilbao and an excellent way to discover the creative vitality of this city on the banks of the Nervión River.
How to Find the Market
Who's in the market?
There are currently no vendors with valid authorization in this market.
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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 (2 min on foot, 194 m away) or take bus from Moyua plaza (Ogasuna) (the stop is just a step away, 43 m away).
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How to Get a Stall at the Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market
Would you like to set up a stall at the Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market market, located at Bilbao? 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.
Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market is held on variable number of days. The exact fee is set by the Bilbao 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 Bilbao (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 Bilbao town council at espaciopublico.up@bilbao.eus.
- 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
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Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market — street market in the municipality of Bilbao
The “Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market” is one of the most popular street markets in the municipality of Bilbao, in the province of Bizkaia (País Vasco). 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 351,124 inhabitants.
Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market is open during the following hours: 10:00 – 15:00.
The "Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market" has been part of the commercial and social fabric of the municipality of Bilbao for decades. Street markets have a long tradition in the province of Bizkaia, and this one is a must-see for anyone looking for fresh produce, local crafts, and market prices.
To get to the Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market by public transportation, the closest stop on the bus is “Moyua plaza (Ogasuna),” which is 43 meters away. For those traveling by car, Aparcamiento subterráneo is 194 meters away.
If the Bilbao La Vieja Flea 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:
- Música MUME Street Market (Bilbao)
- Rastro 2 de Mayo (Bilbao)
- Agricultores de Gure Lurreko Merkatua Market (Bilbao)
- Carlton Street Market (Bilbao) 242 m
See also all the practical information about the market: interactive map of the market · vendor directory · Bolueta Street Market · Dominical Street Market · Otxarkoaga Street Market.
The street market is located in the neighborhood of Abando, one of the districts or areas of the municipality of Bilbao.
"Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market" is a one-time themed market on Bilbao, held on specific dates and featuring products and offerings designed for the occasion.
Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market FAQs
Where is the "Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market"? Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market is located in the municipality of Bilbao, in the province of Bizkaia (País Vasco).
What can you buy at the "Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market"? At Bilbao La Vieja Flea 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 "Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market" open? Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market is open during the following hours: 10:00 – 15:00.
What time does the "Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market" open and close? Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market is open from 10:00 – 15:00. We recommend arriving early to find the best stalls.
Market Calendar
Is the "Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market" open today? No, Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market is not open today, 6 October.
Is the "Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market" open tomorrow? No, Bilbao La Vieja Flea Market isn't opening tomorrow, 7 October.