Municipal Markets

Image gallery of some remarkable old and new market halls in the Algarve: Alvor, Faro, Guia, Lagoa, Lagos, Loulé, Olhão, Silves, Tavira


Loulé:  Market hall

Loulé: Market hall

The style of this well known building is reminiscent of the Moorish architecture of former times. The market hall (Mercado Municipal) is located adjacent to the Largo de Gago Coutinho, and every Saturday the weekly fair takes place in the surrounding lanes. After extensive renovations, the market re-opened in early 2007 to display its new splendour.


Loué: Municipal Market

Loué: Municipal Market


Lagoa: Mercado Municipal

Lagoa: Mercado Municipal

The municipal market situated on the square of the Republic was erected in 1895.


Guia Mercado Municipal

Guia Mercado Municipal


Quarteira: Municipal market

Quarteira: Municipal market

On Saturday morning the municipal market is a busy place.


Silves: Market Hall

Silves: Market Hall

The modern municipal market is situated in the lower part of the town near the Arade river and the so called "Roman Bridge".


Faro: Market hall

Faro: Market hall

The municipal market hall is conveniently situated in the centre of the city, offering a large underground parking. In the first floor the citizen's office is located.


Lagos: Market hall exterior view

Lagos: Market hall exterior view

The market hall is conveniently located near the centre on the Av. dos Descobrimentos, the 4-lane avenue along the waterside promenade. The building, which was built in 1924 was recently restored and nowadays attracts tourists as well as customers.


Olhão: Market halls

Olhão: Market halls

The two modern market halls of Olhão are hosting one of the best markets in the Algarve with a great selection of fresh fish and seafood and other local produce.


Tavira: Former Market Hall

Tavira: Former Market Hall

The former market hall, located on the banks of the river Gilão, was recently restored. It now hosts several shops and restaurants.


Tavira: Former Market Hall - Entry

Tavira: Former Market Hall - Entry

View from the interior of the former market hall through the lobby with its acient iron gates. In the background you can see the pavilion.


Tavira: Modern municipal market

Tavira: Modern municipal market


Restaurante A Lota

Restaurante A Lota

View to the harbour of Alvor and the former fish market (pt: lota), giving name to the nearby restaurant


Alvor: Former Fish Market

Alvor: Former Fish Market

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