Explore the Vibrant Mercado Municipal das Caxinas
Discover the flavors of Vila do Conde at Mercado Municipal das Caxinas, a must-visit market for culinary enthusiasts and cultural explorers.
Mercado Municipal das Caxinas is a lively market in Vila do Conde, brimming with local flavors, fresh produce, and cultural experiences. A must-visit for food enthusiasts!
A brief summary to Mercado Municipal das Caxinas
- Av. Infante Dom Henrique 127, Vila do Conde, PT
- Visit website
- Monday 8 am-7 pm
- Tuesday 8 am-7 pm
- Wednesday 8 am-7 pm
- Thursday 8 am-7 pm
- Friday 8 am-7 pm
- Saturday 8 am-7 pm
Local tips
- Visit early in the day for the freshest produce and seafood.
- Don't miss the chance to sample traditional pastries from local vendors.
- Engage with the vendors; they often have great tips on how to prepare local dishes.
- Bring cash as some vendors may not accept cards.
- Check out the market's special events or themed days for a unique experience.
Getting There
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Metro
From the center of Porto, head to the 'São Bento' metro station. Take the Metro do Porto Line A (Blue Line) towards 'Estádio do Dragão'. At the 'Bolhão' station, transfer to Line B (Yellow Line) towards 'Póvoa de Varzim'. Stay on the train until you reach 'Vila do Conde' station, which takes about 30 minutes. Exit the station and walk north towards Avenida Infante Dom Henrique for about 15 minutes until you reach Mercado Municipal das Caxinas.
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Bus
From the city center, make your way to the bus terminal at 'Campo 24 de Agosto’. Look for the bus line 303, which travels to 'Vila do Conde'. The journey takes approximately 40 minutes. Disembark at the stop closest to Avenida Infante Dom Henrique. From there, it's a short 5-minute walk to the Mercado Municipal das Caxinas.
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Train
Begin at the 'São Bento' train station in Porto. Board a train heading to 'Braga' or 'Guimarães' and get off at 'Vila do Conde' station. This ride takes about 30 minutes. Once you arrive, exit the train station and walk north for about 15 minutes along the Avenida Infante Dom Henrique to reach Mercado Municipal das Caxinas.
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