What can I buy at artisan markets in the Canary Islands?

Artisan markets sell handmade crafts including pottery, jewelry, leather goods, local cheeses, honey, wines, mojo sauces, aloe vera products, and traditional Canarian embroidery. They're great places to find unique souvenirs.

Which days do artisan markets operate?

Market days vary by location. Popular markets include Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Sundays), Las Palmas (Saturdays), and Puerto de la Cruz (Tuesdays). Many tourist resorts also have regular evening markets during peak season.

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Artisan Markets in Stromboli

Stromboli, Sicily

⏱ 2 hours

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About this experience

Artisan Markets in Stromboli is a weekly open-air market held in the island's main piazza in Stromboli, Sicily. It features local crafts, ceramics, and volcanic-stone jewellery alongside fresh produce from Aeolian growers. The market runs from 9:00 to 13:00 every Tuesday, with stalls set along Via Vittorio Emanuele.

What to expect

Browse 15–20 stalls selling handmade ceramics, lava-stone carvings, and woven baskets from local artisans
Taste fresh capers, sun-dried tomatoes, and Malvasia wine produced on the Aeolian islands
Watch a live demonstration of a potter shaping clay using traditional Sicilian techniques
Buy a small pumice stone or obsidian pendant as a direct souvenir of Stromboli's volcanic geology
Suitable for all ages, with a shaded seating area near the church for a short rest
Duration is typically 1–2 hours, and cash is accepted at all stalls