Ibiza is much more than beaches and nightclubs. Ibiza is all about crafts and street art, and where better to experience it first hand than in the street markets of Ibiza? Today we take a walk through the streets of one of Ibiza’s most emblematic and traditional hippy markets: the Mercadillo de Sant Jordi.
This market can attract between 2,000 and 4,000 visitors every Saturday, especially in high season (spring-summer). But what can you find if you visit it? Find out in this article!
Location and access to the Sant Jordi street market
The Mercadillo Sant Jordi is located at the Sant Jordi racecourse, on the outskirts of Ibiza Town. This place is easily accessible, as it is located just a few minutes’ drive from the city centre and Ibiza airport.
It is the perfect place to go by bus or taxi. In addition, many of those who come to this market do so by bike, as the site has spaces set aside for them to be parked.
- Address: Hipódromo de Sant Jordi, Carretera de l'Aeroport, km 4.5, Sant Jordi de Ses Salines, Ibiza, Balearic Islands, Spain
What can you buy at the Sant Jordi market?
The Mercadillo de Sant Jordi offers a wide variety of products, from local crafts to vintage clothing and traditional foods. The market has approximately 200 stalls offering a wide variety of products.
Local products and handicrafts
One of the main attractions of the market is its range of local and artisanal products. Here you can find handmade jewellery, pottery and unique decorative items made by island artisans. These products make up 30% of sales.
These products are the best souvenir you can take away from your trip to Ibiza. A different kind of souvenir. What’s more, if you like cosmetics, you’ll find artisans working with aromatic herbs and natural ingredients among the stalls.
Ibiza and vintage clothing
Vintage and second-hand clothes: They represent around 35% of the total sales of this flea market. It is one of the products that sells the most and has the best quality-price ratio.
Among its many stalls, you will discover traditional Ibizan clothing, such as the famous white cotton dresses, tunics and bohemian accessories.
Typical food and drink
The market experience would not be complete without enjoying the local food and drink. At the food stalls, you can try Ibizan delicacies such as empanadas, ensaimadas and flaó, a typical Ibizan cake.
Opening hours and days
The Mercadillo Sant Jordi is open every Saturday throughout the year, from 8:00 to 15:00.
Although most of the stalls close at midday, the lively atmosphere is maintained until the end, with live music and impromptu events.
Tips on how to enjoy the Sant Jordi hippy market
To make the most of your visit to the flea market, here are some practical tips that will make your experience unforgettable.
Haggle over the price
Don’t let that upset you! The stall owners are used to bargaining and you may be able to get a couple of euros off. Don’t hesitate to negotiate, always in a respectful manner, as this is part of the local tradition.
Comfortable clothing
The market is spread over a large open-air area, so it is important to wear comfortable clothes and suitable walking shoes.
If you go in summer, don’t forget to always take a bottle of sunscreen with you. One thing you don’t want to take away from your visit is a sunburn.
Parking
If you arrive by car, you will find ample free parking in the immediate vicinity of the market. However, at peak times it can fill up quickly, so we suggest arriving early to avoid parking problems.
Ibiza’s Mercadillo Sant Jordi is a must for those who want to experience the most authentic essence of the island.
And why do you know all this? Because Welcome Ibiza tells you!
