Markets

There are 3 key markets in Palma to choose from open Monday-Saturday 7am-2pm.

• Mercat Olivar, Palma’s main produce market.
• Santa Catalina Market is predominantly fruit and veg, with one eco veggie shop in the mix near the Sushi café.
• Pere Garau livestock market – not likely to hold much appeal to visitors.
• A fourth not to be forgotten is the Rambla flower market that takes place Monday to Friday 8am to 2pm, and again in the evening from 5pm to 8pm in the Passieg de la Rambla

There are dozens of weekly markets held all around the island of Mallorca; most begin in the morning, from as early as 7am. Below are some of them, with my favourites highlighted in purple:

Wednesday

Sineu - one of the oldest markets in Mallorca. Originally an agricultural and animal market, here you'll find farmers offering sun-dried tomatoes, strings of garlic, cured sausages and local fruit, flowers and vegetables alongside Spanish and African traders selling pottery, lace and their ethnic crafts. Mallorca's only remaining livestock market at Plaça Es Fossar is only a short wander away and not to be missed.

Sunday

Santa Maria & Consell are so close it's worth visiting both together. Although small, the Consell Flea Market houses many a bargain from some truly unique stalls. Move on then to Santa Maria market - one of the best in Mallorca - and you'll find anything and everything from fruit, vegetables and dried meats to shoes, handbags, plants and pets.