Markets | Costa Blanca

Weekly markets in Moraira, Benissa and the surrounding area

Visiting a local market is part of the Costa Blanca experience for many holidaymakers. You will find fresh fruit and vegetables, cheese, cured meats, olives, nuts and other local products, together with clothing, shoes, bags, plants and household goods. There are also several flea and antiques markets in the area. For us, the famous Saturday market in Jalón/Xaló is one of the most interesting. Below you will find the main markets that are easy to visit from Moraira and Benissa.

Last updated: September 2026

Which market is on today?

Day	Town	Market
Tuesday	Altea	Weekly market
Wednesday	Teulada	Weekly market
Wednesday	Calpe	Flea market
Thursday	Jávea	Weekly market
Friday	Moraira	Weekly market
Saturday	Benissa	Weekly market
Saturday	Jalón / Xaló	Flea & antiques market
Saturday	Calpe	Weekly market

Markets can occasionally be moved or cancelled because of public holidays, local fiestas or exceptional weather, so it is worth checking locally on special dates.

Moraira Market | Friday

Moraira’s weekly market takes place every Friday morning at Parking Les Sorts, close to the town centre. Stalls sell fruit and vegetables, cheese, cured meats, nuts, clothing, shoes, bags, plants and a variety of household goods.
Our tip: during July and August, go early. It is cooler and quieter, and afterwards you can easily walk into the centre or towards the seafront.
📍 Friday | 09:00 am – 02:00 pm | Parking Les Sorts | Moraira
👉🏻 Discover more about Moraira

Teulada Market | Wednesday

Because Teulada and Moraira form one municipality, visitors sometimes overlook the market in Teulada. It is smaller and generally more local in character than the Friday market in Moraira, with fresh food, regional products, clothing and everyday goods. A good choice if you prefer a quieter, more local market experience.
📍 Wednesday | 09:00 am – 02:00 pm| Plaza VI Centenari | Teulada

Benissa Market | Saturday

Every Saturday morning, the centre of Benissa hosts its weekly market. The market is spread across several streets. Fresh fruit, vegetables and food products can be found around Carrer Sant Josep, while clothing, shoes, accessories and plants are sold around areas including Carrer Sant Nicolau and Hort de Bordes.
Our tip: combine the market with a walk through Benissa’s historic old town.
📍 Saturday | 08:00 am – 01:30 pm | Benissa town centre

Jalón / Xaló Flea Market | Saturday

If you enjoy antiques, curiosities and second-hand finds, head to Jalón – Xaló in Valencian. The well-known Rastro de Xaló takes place every Saturday morning and attracts visitors from across the region. Stalls sell antiques, furniture, books, tools, decorative objects, collectibles and plenty of things you probably were not planning to buy.Xaló also organises the Mercat de la Terra, featuring locally grown and handmade products.
Our tip: combine the market with a visit to one of the bodegas in the Jalón Valley, an area particularly known for wine and mistela.
📍Saturday morning | Xaló / Jalón

Jávea Market | Thursday

The weekly market in Jávea/Xàbia takes place every Thursday in the historic town centre. Stalls can be found around Plaça de la Constitució, Placeta del Convent and Plaça Marina Alta, selling food, clothing, accessories and household goods.
Our tip: combine the market with a walk through the old town and lunch by the coast.
📍 Thursday | Morning 09.00 am – 02:00 pm | Historic centre | Jávea
👉🏻 See our guide to visiting Jávea.

Altea Market | Tuesday

Altea has its main weekly market on Tuesday. The market is divided into different sections, with fresh food around Avenida de La Nucía and stalls selling clothing, shoes, accessories and other goods nearby.Altea is further from Moraira, but the market is easy to combine with a visit to its beautiful old town.
📍 Tuesday | 08:00 am – 02:00 pm | Camí de l’Algar area | Altea

Calpe Market | Saturday

Calpe’s main weekly market takes place every Saturday morning. It is divided between two nearby locations:

• fruit and vegetables | parking area near Calle Petit;
• clothing and accessories | Avenida de Rumanía.

📍 Saturday | 08:00 am – 02:00 pm | Avenida de Rumanía | Calpe

Calpe Flea Market | Wednesday

Looking for second-hand goods, antiques and curiosities instead? Calpe also has a Wednesday flea market, held in the area between Avenida País Valencià and Avenida de Rumanía.
📍 Wednesday | 09:00 am – 02:00 pm | Avenida País Valenciá | Calpe

Summer evening markets in Calpe

During the summer, Calpe also hosts craft markets near the coast. For 2026, markets have been scheduled from June to September around:

• Calle Alemania, near Arenal-Bol beach;
• Plaza Mediterráneo, beside La Fossa beach.

They are particularly nice to visit during an evening walk along the seafront.

Map of All Markets on the Costa Blanca

Which market would we choose?

You are looking for…	Our choice
Closest to Moraira	Moraira
More local Spanish atmosphere	Benissa or Teulada
Antiques & second-hand	Jalón / Xaló
Market + historic old town	Jávea
Market as part of a day trip	Altea
Plenty of choice on Saturday	Calpe

For guests staying in Moraira, the Friday market in Moraira is naturally the easiest option. If you have a free Saturday morning, however, we think Benissa and Jalón are both worth visiting for completely different reasons.

Practical tips for visiting the markets

Go early | Especially in July and August, markets become hotter and busier later in the morning.

Carry some cash | More traders now accept card payments, but you should not assume every stall does.

Bring a shopping bag | Particularly useful if you plan to buy fruit, vegetables or other food.

Check public holidays | Markets can occasionally be moved, shortened or cancelled.

Make a day of it | Jávea, Altea, Benissa, Calpe and Jalón all offer enough to combine the market with lunch, sightseeing or a walk.

👉🏻 Looking for more ideas? See our day trips from Moraira.

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Frequently asked questions about markets on the Costa Blanca

When is the market in Moraira?
Moraira market takes place every Friday morning at Parking Les Sorts, close to the town centre. It normally finishes at around 02:00 pm.

Where is Moraira market?
The market is held at Parking Les Sorts, within walking distance of the centre of Moraira. It is not located at the harbour.

Which markets are on Saturday near Moraira?
There are several good options. Benissa has its weekly market, Jalón/Xaló has its well-known flea and antiques market, and Calpe also has a large Saturday market.

What is the best flea market near Moraira?
For antiques, curiosities and second-hand goods, we particularly like the Rastro de Xaló in Jalón. It takes place every Saturday morning.

When is Benissa market?
Benissa’s weekly market is held every Saturday from approximately 08:00 until 01:30 pm in different streets around the town centre.

When is Jávea market?
The weekly market in Jávea/Xàbia takes place every Thursday morning in the historic centre and normally continues until around 02:00 pm.

Is there a market in Teulada?
Yes. Teulada has a weekly market every Wednesday at Plaza VI Centenari, normally from 09:00 am until 02:00 pm.

Are the weekly markets open all year?
Most regular weekly markets operate throughout the year. Public holidays, local fiestas or exceptional weather can occasionally affect market days or opening times.

Can you pay by card at the markets?
Some traders accept cards or mobile payments, but not all do. We recommend carrying some cash.

Which market is best if you are staying in Moraira?
For convenience, choose the Friday market in Moraira. For antiques and a completely different atmosphere, Jalón on Saturday is our favourite. Benissa is ideal if you want to combine a local market with its historic town centre.