When i was in spain this summer, i went to el rastro and i had so much fun! i was very disappointed that i wouldn't be able to return because that was my last sunday in madrid. i actually never saw any pickpockets (and I was looking because i had heard so much about them in this particular flea market). but then again, i looked like a poor student, so why would they try to rob me? but it is definitely worth going to....the prices are great but you shouldn't accept anything for the price they have...you have to haggle. they have everything, clothing, jewelry, shoes, food, anything at all. have fun!
cd