A MUST visit on Saturday morning...is the Fuengirola flea market. A visitor can literally find…read moreeverything here. There is art from Africa, Berber woven rugs and blankets, pottery and baskets from Morocco, hand made brass cow bells, piles of old cell phones, heaps of indistinguishable clothes, motorcycle gear, military collectibles, coins, watches, lots of silver jewelry, roasted chestnuts, fresh vegetables and fruit. Today, even a kitchen sink was offered!
The patrons range from Moroccans, British tourists on holiday to locals looking for a bargain. There are multiple places at the perimeter to have a snack and a cool drink. There are local musicians playing. Luckily, the only lookie-lookie guys congregate in one center spot around a guitar monument and do not harass passers by.
As with all gatherings of a mix of visitors, it's wise to keep your money and passport in your front pocket. Earlier on, it is possible to walk without rubbing against others, but by noon, you are shoulder to shoulder.
The biggest problem is securing a parking space. It is impossible to park on the main street and the little narrow side ones fill quickly. The fairgrounds has its own free parking lot. It fills quickly, but cars come and go & it is possible to wait and secure a parking spot. Be sure to put all valuables and packages in your car trunk and lock your car.
This is a great fun way to spend a couple hours on a Saturday morning!