El Rastro Flea Market
Plaza del Cascorro, barrio de Ambajadores
Description:
Spanish El Rastro is the largest flea market in Madrid, the fame of which has spread among tourists around the world. This market is not one hundred years old. It is believed that it began its work in the 16-17 centuries. Visitors and lovers of old things come here on the days of the market, namely on Sundays and holidays, from the early morning to three days.
As in any flea market, in El Rastro you can find many antiques, old dust books, furniture, interior items, as well as many Spanish curiosities: costumes of flamenco dancers, matadors, castanets, etc. Goods from Africa and other European countries are also brought here. No one can leave here empty-handed. And why - after all, you need souvenirs to remember your amazing trips.