Shops and Services in Torrevieja, Alicante

Stock your shelves with something new and something old

There's no shortage of shops and supermarkets in Torrevieja - you'll even find treats from home. Who says you have to give up McVities biscuits and tea?

Indoor market

More a little culture with your shopping, check out Mercado de Abastos (covered market) which sells fresh produce from the sea and from the local farms.

Open air market

Torrevieja's frenetic open-air market, which is one of the largest in Spain, takes place every Friday near the bus station. You'd never imagine all the goods available. There's a small market Wednesdays in the La Mata quarter.

Alicante

You must also remember that the cosmopolitan city of Alicante, and its cornucopia of shops is only a 47km jaunt up the coast - gentlemen, hide your credit cards! What? It's already gone? Take some solace in knowing things here are cheaper than the UK.

Staying healthy

Spain's healthcare system is one of Europe's best. Most Spaniards can expect to see their GP within one day of booking.

Like the NHS, healthcare is free to all citizens. So visitors that bring their European Health Insurance Card or E111 can be assured of fast, free attention whenever it’s needed.

For minor complaints, Spanish pharmacies (Farmacias) are excellent and many medicines that require a prescription at home can be bought over the counter here. Look out for the flashing green cross outside the store.

For emergencies, there are two nearby hospitals: Hospital San Jaime (966 921 579) and Hospital Vega Baja (966 776 166).