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Mercadillo de Tegueste, Tenerife – farmers’ market with fresh produce, café, flowers, plants, parking and kids’ area

Mercadillo de Tegueste is one of North Tenerife’s best places to shop directly from local producers. The market’s open-air pavilions gather fruit and vegetable stalls, artisan products, a friendly café terrace, and even a small play area for families. Below you’ll find a visual walkthrough that helps visitors plan their stop and know what to expect.

Main arcade of Mercadillo de Tegueste with shoppers queuing at farm stalls on a cloudy morning.
The central arcade: tiled roofs, wide corridors, and a steady flow of shoppers.

Entrance and first impressions

The market is clearly signposted and easy to spot from the road. Once inside, pathways lead straight to the produce aisles and services.

Entrance sign of Mercadillo de Tegueste promoting local fresh produce in Tenerife.
Entrance signage welcoming visitors to buy local and buy fresh.

Fresh produce aisles

Open-sided pavilions keep the walkways airy while protecting shoppers from the sun and drizzle. Stalls are numbered and specialize in seasonal fruit, vegetables, and herbs from nearby fincas.

Open-air aisles with numbered farm stands selling seasonal produce at Mercadillo de Tegueste.

As you move deeper into the market, you’ll find counters loaded with greens, tropical fruit and root vegetables. Prices are typically shown clearly and producers are happy to explain origins and varieties.

Close view of produce counters and a flower stall under tiled roof pavilions.

Many stands focus on ecological and small-batch farming. Bring a reusable bag or a trolley—most visitors do, and it makes stocking up easy.

Shoppers walking past organic and ecological farm stands with baskets and boxes.

Crates of tomatoes, papayas, pumpkins and leafy greens line the shelves. It’s an ideal stop before cooking a Canarian meal or packing a picnic for the Anaga hills nearby.

Selection of fruits and vegetables displayed in crates at a stand named Finca La Comarca.

Café terrace for a break

When you need a pause, the on-site café serves coffee, snacks and simple bites. It’s a sociable corner where shoppers meet friends or plan the rest of their route.

Terrace café inside the market where visitors sit for coffee and snacks.

Flowers and plant nurseries

Beyond food, the market features colorful flower stalls and plant nurseries. You’ll see bouquets, potted herbs, seedlings and ornamentals—great for balconies and home gardens.

Flower vendor arranging roses, sunflowers and mixed bouquets at a stand labeled Flores y plantas Chajo.

Plant lovers can browse racks filled with aromatic herbs, leafy plants and young fruit trees. Staff are knowledgeable and can advise on what thrives in Tenerife’s microclimates.

Plant nursery stands with herbs, seedlings and ornamentals along the walkway.

Family-friendly facilities

A small fenced playground sits next to the pavilions, making the market convenient for families with children.

Fenced children’s playground with colorful equipment next to the market pavilions.

Access and parking

Traffic can build up during peak hours, so allow a few extra minutes for arrival and parking near the entrance.

Traffic and parking area near the market entrance along the service road.

Local character

Among the walkways you’ll spot a vintage agricultural machine on display—an eye-catching reminder of the area’s farming roots.

Vintage agricultural machine on display as a decorative feature near the playground.

Mercadillo de Tegueste brings together the best of Tenerife’s northern countryside—fresh produce straight from the farm, friendly vendors, a relaxing café, flowers and plants for your home, and family-friendly services. If you’re exploring the La Laguna–Tegueste area, add this market to your weekend route for authentic flavors and a local atmosphere.