Las Dalias grew out of the island's bohemian era and remains the best place to see what Ibiza's hippy culture looks like today. The market sits on Carretera San Carlos at kilometre 12, in Sant Carles near Santa Eulalia, and fills a series of courtyards and shaded paths with stalls selling handmade clothes, leather goods, jewellery, ceramics, incense and vintage finds, with food stands and live music in the warmer months. Unlike many of the island's seasonal draws, it continues in winter. Its own schedule lists the Saturday hippy market and a winter market on Saturdays from ten to five and Sundays from eleven to five in November and December, with extended Christmas and Three Kings markets, and a closure in January. These are the times published on the market's site, and hours can change, so check it before travelling. In November the site is quieter, the light is soft, and you can browse without the crowds.
What you will find
The stalls range from fashion and accessories to handmade gifts, and quality varies, so take your time and compare. Bargaining is common but should be good-natured. Prices are not fixed, and the best-made items are rarely the cheapest. Food stalls and the market's own cafe provide snacks, and in the cooler months there is a relaxed, village-fair feel rather than the busy summer buzz.
Getting there
Sant Carles is in the northeast of the island, reached by road from Ibiza Town or Santa Eulalia. A car or taxi is the easiest option, and parking is available on the site, though it is quieter in winter. Allow time for the drive, and check the schedule on the market's website before you go, because the opening days and hours differ by month, and the market closes entirely in January.
Making a day of it
Pair the market with the nearby village of Sant Carles and its church, a short wander along the northeastern coast, or lunch in Santa Eulalia. The market is an easy fit for a rainy-day outing too, as many stalls are under cover, though dress for the weather. Families will find it relaxed, with space to wander, and it is a good place for gifts that are more distinctive than airport souvenirs.
What to expect
The experience
A walk through garden courtyards and covered stalls selling clothes, jewellery, crafts and vintage finds, with food and snack stands.
Best time
Saturday or Sunday around midday in November, within the published winter hours.
How long
One and a half to three hours depending on how much you browse.
Tips
Check the market's schedule first, bring cash for small stalls, and dress for cool weather.
Quick picks
- Best for
- Browsers and gift hunters who want to see Ibiza's hippy side in a relaxed setting.
- Families
- Relaxed and spacious, with plenty to look at and room for children to wander.
- Couples
- An unhurried weekend morning with lunch afterwards in Santa Eulalia.
- Pair with
- Lunch in Santa Eulalia or a coastal stop on the northeast shore.
- Time needed
- Two hours is comfortable.
Good questions
Is the market open in November?+
Yes. The market's schedule lists Saturdays from ten to five and Sundays from eleven to five in November, though hours can change, so check before you go.
When is it closed?+
The published schedule shows it closed in January, and hours are longer in the summer months.
Where is it?+
On the Carretera San Carlos at kilometre 12, in Sant Carles near Santa Eulalia del Río, in the northeast of Ibiza.
Do I need cash?+
Many stalls prefer cash, so carry some with you, though card payment is common at larger stalls.
Is it good for families?+
Yes, it is spacious and relaxed, with food stands and plenty to look at.
