The markets on the Costa del Sol are wonderful places to find bargains to suit everyone. Particularly good buys are Spanish pottery and leather goods, although almost everything is available. For something different, why not try one of the flea markets where there are many stalls selling genuine old Spanish items which make a great change from the usual souvenirs. The Saturday flea market in Fuengirola is the biggest and well worth a visit.
Markets normally run from about 10.00 until 15.00, although they may start packing up earlier - particularly in the winter months. Many markets take place on the local "feria" ground, and if there is a fair or feria on, the market will be closed.
Market days:
MONDAY
Marbella & Torrox
TUESDAY
Nerja & Fuengirola
WEDNESDAY
Arroyo (car boot sale in Paloma Park) & Mijas Costa (La Cala)
THURSDAY
Torremolinos & San Pedro
FRIDAY
Arroyo - Tivoli & Paloma Park
SATURDAY
Nuevo Andalucia, Puerto Banus, Mijas Costa (La Cala), Coin, Ojen Pueblo & Fuengirola Flea Market
SUNDAY
Fuengirola, Torremolinos Flea Market & Benalmadena Tivoli
SIZE CHART
If you are buying clothes, the following size comparison chart may be useful for you!
|
Womens’ Wear |
Men’s Wear |
Men’s Shirts |
Shoes |
|
UK |
Spain |
UK |
Spain |
UK |
Spain |
UK |
Spain |
|
8 |
38 |
34 |
44 |
14 |
35 |
4 |
36.5 |
|
10 |
40 |
36 |
46 |
14.5 |
36/37 |
5 |
37.5 |
|
12 |
42 |
38 |
48 |
15 |
38 |
6 |
39 |
|
14 |
44 |
40 |
50/52 |
15.5 |
39/40 |
7 |
41 |
|
16 |
46 |
42 |
54 |
16 |
41 |
8 |
42 |
|
18 |
48 |
44 |
56 |
16.5 |
42/43 |
9 |
43 |
|
20 |
50 |
46 |
58 |
17 |
44 |
10 |
44 |