Madrids Markets

Roman coins from the regular Madrid numanistic market

Madrids markets offer the perfect opportunity to escape the high store chains and to encounter the perfect gift or souvenir. The added benefit of Madrids street markets is that they take place within the surroundings of some of the citys most famous architecture.

Whether you are looking for stamps, coins, militaria, antiques, roman artifacts, clothing or arts and crafts you will be sure to find what you are looking for. Along with a few choice tips to get the most out of your visit!


Market types and places

Other than Madrids markets relating to "foodstuffs", below is a definitive guide to all Madrids specialist markets.... Save one! "El Rastro" is the citys largest market and indeed the largest street market in Europe. As such it merits its own page!

Madrid Book Market

This daily market offers a mixture of both antique rarities and modern publications. There are even books available in foreign languages. All this amongst the spectacular setting of the main Madrid art galleries and museums!
Times: Mon - Fri 0930-1700 (2000 in summer) Weekends 0930-1400
Place: Cuesta de Moyano
How to get there: Metro Train & Bus station "Atocha"

Madrid Hippy / Crafts market

Offering a change from the boutiques and department stores surrounding it this market is a compact series of stalls offering imported goods of Asian and indian origin. Conveniently located at the end of a short walk through retiro park.
Times: Mon - Fri 0930-1700 (2000 in summer) Weekends 0930-1400
Place: Goya
How to get there: Metro & Bus station "Goya"

A selection from the SundaysMadrid stamp market

Madrid Stamp, Numanistic & Militaria Market

Every Sunday the arches of the famous "Plaza Mayor" in the heart of the city center play host to a variety of specialised collectors and dealers offering their wares from small stalls. Be sure to take a break in one of the many restaurants or visit the market on your way to nearby "el rastro".
Times: Sun 0900-1400
Place: Plaza Mayor
How to get there: Metro Train & Bus station "Sol"

Madrid Majadahonda Market

The citys second largest market offering everything from fresh fruit and vegetables direct from the farmers to the latest fashions. A real "Hotch potch" of over 150 stalls in which everybody goes home with something!
Times: Tues & Sun 0930-1400 (Sun 1500)
Place: Plaza de Erillas
How to get there: Bus from Moncloa

Madrid Modelling Market

A Monthly market to all things miniture. Everything from boats and aeroplanes to dolls houses and train sets. One of Madrids markets that was originally a group of enthusiasts getting together it is now attended by dealers and storeholders as well. Thankfully the free advice hasn´t yet gone astray!
Times: The first sunday of each month except August 1000-1500
Place: Museo de ferrocaril in Calle aseo de las Delicias no. 61
How to get there: Metro Delicias & Bus routes 8, 18, 19, 45, 47, 85 & 86

Madrid Paint & Art Market

A collection of bright colours and art in almost every material available makes this the most visual of Madrids markets. Works are available from as little as a Euro to amounts that would cost more than the average mortgage! Handily located in the center of Madrid.
Times: Sundays 1000-1400
Place: Plaza Conde de Barajas
How to get there: Metro Train & Bus station "Sol"


Madrids markets advisor

Residents Tip: As with just about any market there are bargains to be had as well as a minority selling goods that will fall apart immediatly. Be sure to inspect items closely and if you wish to bargain a 10% reduction on the first price offered is a very good deal. Sometimes up to 15% off can be obtained by buying two or three articles from the same stall.


Madrids Markets not your thing on a rainy day? Plan a back up visit to one of the shopping centers!


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