Ibiza Markets

Have you heard about Ibiza's famous Hippy market? It’s one of the island top attractions and a must-see for every holiday-maker. But that's not the only market you can visit, there are many happening all over the island so where ever you stay you can enjoy a fabulous shopping experience.

Ibiza has strong artistic roots going back to the early '60s when artisans, painters and designers flocked to the island to experience its unique atmosphere, light and freedom of expression. All this comes through in the markets held on the island where handmade items of clothing, jewellery and artefacts can be bought.

The biggest Markets are on Wednesday in Es Caná and on Saturday in San Carlos.

Below is a list of the regular summer markets that happen around the island. Each has its own unique atmosphere. Some major on local handicrafts, others bring you exotic jewellery, textiles and clothing from places such as South America, India and Indonesia. Just take a look and decide which to you'd like to visit.

Monday

Las Dalias night time market in San Carlos

From June to September, 20.00 to 1.30 h - immerse yourself in the hustle and bustle of this atmospheric market. Specialities include handmade clothing and jewellery. Often live music. Las Dalias is still a meeting point for the modern-day Hippies.

Wednesday

Hippy Market Punta Arabí at Es Cana

The original one and the biggest! From April to Oct. from 10.00 to 18.30 h on the grounds of the Club Punta Arabí. Countless stalls huddle beneath the shade of pine trees in the winding paths between white bungalows. This market is stuffed full of items from all over the world – many handmade. A definite 'shop 'til you drop' experience!

Thursday

Cala Llonga market on the street front

In summer in the evening hours, small selection of stalls selling fashion accessories and silver jewellery set with precious gems.

San Miguel artisan market

From May to October from 18.00 to 20.00 h the local village square fills with stalls selling quality handmade items that are locally made – it's a lovely place to visit. n.b. from 18.15 to 19.00 h in front of the church ibicencan dances are held (small entrance fee).

Friday

Small Hippy Market in Playa d'en Bossa

Each morning from 10.00 to 14.00 h on the Grounds in front of the Hotel Club Bahamas at the south end of the resort.

Saturday

San Jordi Car Boot market

Held in the Hipodromo, the horse trotting stadium, at the south end of the village. It's held all year round from 9.00 till ca. 14.30 h, but in winter it gets much busier (Sept to May).

Loved by the locals you can buy practically anything here 2nd hand! Books, clothing, jewellery or just enjoy wondering around and pondering on who will buy that size 12 left foot flipper! Very cosmopolitan atmosphere and there's a bar for drinks and snacks. Midday lots of bongo players meet on the spectators steps for an incredible jamming session.

Hippy Market Las Dalias in San Carlos

All year round from 10.00 to 18.30 h. Same market that is held in summer on Monday nights but with a different vibe.

Enjoy the live mime acts, Moroccan tea tent...oh, and of course spending on those must have items! Go early to avoid the crowds.

Street markets

Also every evening there are street markets selling accessories, jewellery, leather ware and many other things. Find them in;

• Figueretas – along the promenade from early evening
• San Antonio – along the front of the harbour from early evening (not on Sunday though)
• Ibiza Town – in the narrow streets opposite the port from late afternoon
• Santa Eulalia - in the ‘Ramblas’ opposite the fountains (leading down to the beach) every day and evening.

Medieval festival

Each May (usually the 2nd weekend) the Medieval market comes to the old walled town of Dalt Vila in Ibiza Town.

Just walk across the drawer-bridge to step back in time with fire-eaters, pot makers, basket weavers, stilt-walkers and numerous other activities and stalls.

Las Dalias Christmas Market

Throughout the month of December (mid Dec - 23th of Dec. and 27th Dec to beginning of Jan) Las Dalias Restaurant is transformed each day into a Christmas Market. Warm snacks, 'Glühwein' and a thriving local community make this a great meeting spot. Open from 17.00 h weekdays, 11.00 h Saturdays, 15.00 h Sundays.

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