Mercado Municipal de Marbella

The Real Marbella

Beyond the yachts and boutiques, this is where Marbella shops.

The Mercado Municipal sits in the heart of the Old Town, surrounded by whitewashed houses and narrow cobbled streets, a world away from Puerto Banús.

Dating back to the 19th century, when Marbella was still a small fishing and farming community, the market has served locals through the town's transformation from village to international destination.

History

The market was built to centralise Marbella's food trade; farmers, butchers, and fishermen selling directly to residents.

Over generations, it became the commercial heart of the Old Town.

Despite Marbella's reinvention as a glamorous resort, the Mercado Municipal has kept its character as a neighbourhood hub.

Vendors still know their regulars. Generations of families still shop here.

What to Buy

Seafood

The star attraction. Mediterranean catch displayed on ice:

• Anchovies and sardines
• Red prawns (gambas rojas)
• Squid and doradas
• Prepared on the spot at nearby bars

Meat

Locally raised produce:

• Iberian pork cuts
• Lamb from Andalucian farms
• Beef

Cheese

Outstanding selection:

• Manchego - various ages
• Local goat's cheese - Málaga province specialty
• Samples often available

Produce

Seasonal from nearby Andalucian farms:

• Citrus and tropical fruits
• Tomatoes, peppers, aubergines
• Fresh herbs

Specialty

• Honey from the Sierra
• Olives and olive oil
• Spices and dried goods

Location: Old Town Advantage

The market sits in the Casco Antiguo (Old Town), which means:

• Plaza de los Naranjos (Orange Square) - a 3-minute walk. Dating from 1485, it's Marbella's most historic and beautiful square.
• Tapas bars and restaurants throughout the surrounding streets
• Boutiques, galleries, and craft shops
• The beach - 10-minute walk

Park at Mercado or Avenida del Mar car parks and walk - the Old Town is pedestrianised.

Getting There

The market is on Calle Francisco de Quevedo in the Old Town:

• By car: Park at Mercado or Avenida del Mar car parks, walk in
• On foot: The Old Town is best explored walking
• From beach: 10-minute walk uphill

For more options including the Saturday flea market, see our Marbella markets guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the opening hours of Mercado Municipal Marbella?

The market is open Monday to Saturday from 8am to 3pm. Closed Sundays.

Where is Mercado Municipal Marbella?

In the heart of Marbella's Old Town (Casco Antiguo), a 3-minute walk from Plaza de los Naranjos (Orange Square). The area is pedestrianised - park at Mercado or Avenida del Mar car parks.

What should I buy at Mercado Municipal Marbella?

Seafood is the star - anchovies, sardines, red prawns, doradas. Also excellent: Manchego cheese, local goat's cheese, Iberian pork, and seasonal produce from Andalucian farms.

Is Mercado Municipal Marbella worth visiting?

Absolutely - it's the real Marbella, away from the yacht scene. Dating from the 19th century, it's where locals actually shop. Combined with the Old Town and Orange Square, it makes a perfect morning.

What is Plaza de los Naranjos?

Marbella's most beautiful square, dating from 1485, named for the orange trees planted in the 18th century. It's a 3-minute walk from the market - perfect for tapas after shopping.

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