El Rastro flea market

The Sunday market between La Latina and Lavapiés.

El Rastro is Madrid’s most popular open-air market and has been held for centuries around Ribera de Curtidores. Every Sunday and public holiday morning, hundreds of stalls sell clothes, crafts, records, books, antiques and curiosities.

Beyond shopping, El Rastro is a Madrid ritual that ends with vermouth and tapas in La Latina.

What to see

Ribera de Curtidores

The main sloping street, with clothes and accessories stalls.

Plaza del General Vara del Rey

Furniture, vintage items and antiques.

Calle de San Cayetano

Known for its stalls of paintings and frames.

Antique arcades

The permanent antique shops in the area also open on weekdays.

Tips

• Arrive before 11 am to move around comfortably.
• Carry small amounts of cash and wear your backpack in front.
• A little haggling is normal for antiques and second-hand goods.

Hungry nearby? See where to eat in Lavapiés.

Guidance checked in October 2026. Opening hours, prices and conditions change: always check the official sources.