Markets in Gran Canaria
Authentic shopping experiences in Las Palmas, the mountains and the South
The Canary Islands have a rich tradition of markets, especially Sunday markets are popular amongst locals and tourists alike. The biggest one Charlie has seen so far was the market in Teguise in Lanzarote. There are a few markets around the island of Gran Canaria. Charlie’s favourite was the market in Teror.
Teror Outdoor Market
Around 100 stalls around the historic Basilica bring this small town in the mountains to live every Sunday. The market in Teror is one of the oldest in Gran Canaria and the town itself is worth a visit on any day of the week. Typical Canarian balconies and historic houses guide the way down to the main square and the Basílica de Nuestra Señora del Pino, a church dedicated to the patron saint of Gran Canaria. Teror is definitely one of the highlights of Gran Canaria.
Teror is also the birthplace of the popular Chorizo Teroro. It is spreadable and often served with honey. If you get the chance, you have to try it.
Type of products: fruits, vegetables, local products, arts and crafts, clothes, flowers
Opening hours: Saturdays from 8 am to 8 pm, Sundays from 8 am to 2.30 pm
San Mateo Farmers Market
This market is one of the most popular markets amongst locals. Every weekend, local products ranging from fruits and vegetables to bread and cheese, are available for purchase at San Mateo market. The town itself is worth a visit and has a beautiful church and town centre.
Type of products: fruits, vegetables, local products
Opening hours: Saturdays from 8am to 8pm, Sundays from 8am to 2.30 pm
Santa Brigida Outdoor Market
Santa Brigida is a small town in the mountains, not far from San Mateo and Teror. You are likely to pass through this town on your way. The market in Santa Brigida is a farmers’ market and lesser known than the others. A visit will provide a truly local experience.
Type of products: fruits, vegetables, local products
Opening hours: Saturdays from 8 am to 8 pm, Sundays from 8 am to 2 pm
Mercado del Puerto
Near the harbour in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is the Mercado del Puerto, which is a fixed market on any day during the week. There are some stalls with local produce, but it is mostly about food. There are some small bars and cafes with local and international food. It is the perfect place to spend a lunch break in Las Palmas. It’s also an easy walk over to the promenade at Las Canteras beach where you can see some impressive street art.
Type of products: fruits, vegetables, local products, food market
Opening hours: market stalls Monday to Saturday 7 am to 3 pm, gastronomy Tuesday to Saturday 12 pm to 12 am, Monday 12 pm to 4 pm, Sunday 12 pm to 5 pm
Vegueta Market
There is an indoor market in the old town of Las Palmas, Vegueta. It is open every day (not on Sundays) and is the place to go for locally grown fruits, vegetables, bread and cheese.
There is an outdoor crafts market in Vegueta on Sundays. The Plaza Pilar de Nuevo near the Cathedral turns into a market with pottery, leather goods, embroidery, wood carvings and more. Vegueta is also the place where people meet for Tapas.
Type of products: fruits, vegetables, local products, crafts market
Opening hours: market stalls Monday to Saturday 7 am to 2 pm, crafts market Sundays 10 am to 2 pm
Mercado Central de Las Palmas
There is another market very similar to the one in Vegueta on the other side of the city, closer to the Plaza de España: Mercado Central. This is an indoor market where you can do your regular grocery shopping. You find fruits, vegetables, bread, fish, meat and sweets.
Type of products: fruits, vegetables, bread, fish, meat, flowers
Opening hours: Monday to Saturday 8 am to 2 pm
Mercado Domingo (The Sunday Market)
There is a flea market every Sunday in Las Palmas near Santa Catalina Park. It is in the pedestrian area in between the casino and the waterfront. You find the typical things you would find on a flea market, plus some other merchants selling mostly clothes.
Type of products: clothing, household items
Opening hours: Sundays 8 am to 1 pm
Playa de Mogán Municipal Market
In the south of Gran Canaria and on a Friday instead of Sunday is the market in Playa de Mogán. It is similar in size, products and popularity to the market in Maspalomas. It is a popular destination for tourists.
The market starts behind the bus station and stretches through the whole town and around the harbour. Even if you don’t buy anything, it is a beautiful walk through the town.
Type of products: Clothes, jewellery, leather goods
Opening hours: Fridays from 8 am to 2 pm
Maspalomas Outdoor Market
Maspalomas is the tourist central of Gran Canaria, as such the market there is mainly frequented by tourists. Clothes, footwear, jewellery and leather goods are available for anyone looking for a bargain. Most of the tourists in this area are Germans and Charlie noticed immediately that most of the merchants were also German.
Type of products: Clothes, jewellery, leather goods
Opening hours: Wednesdays and Saturdays from 8 am to 2 pm
