Last Updated on January 7, 2022 by Nancie
Local Markets, brimming over with local food and products, often play a huge role in any traveler’s itinerary. We love them because this is where the locals’ hangout, they personify the personality of the city or town, and they provide an opportunity to experience some of the best food around. At these markets, we often experience the local fare for the first time. We purchase souvenirs for family and friends. We rub elbows with the locals while taking in the culture and sometimes learning a few phrases in the local language. Twenty-three travel bloggers from around the world share all you need to know about their favourite markets around the world.
ASIA
1. Chandi Chowk Market (India)
One of the most hectic, chaotic and exciting places of my India backpacking adventure was certainly the Chandi Chowk Market, located directly in the centre of Old Delhi. In this huge market area, you’ll find everything you could ask for – food, spices, traditional clothes and much more. Different market sections offer different products and you’ll easily get lost due to the size of the whole market area. The narrow and tiny streets are incredibly busy (make sure you don’t get run over by a rickshaw!), but it’s also one of the incredible and true cultural experiences you shouldn’t miss when visiting the country. Like in every crowded place, take good care of your valuables! Right next to the market, you’ll also find some of Delhi’s most beautiful and incredible sights, such as the Red Fort and the Jama Masjid mosque.
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Besides the shopping, you will come across many other animation-related establishments like maid cafes where waitresses dress up and act like maids or anime characters. These are quite unique, much like the culture of Japan. Another establishment to look out for when at Akihabara is the manga cafes, an internet cafe where besides having access to the internet, you can read comics, watch DVDs and hang out.
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3. Zegyo (Zay Cho) Market (Mandalay, Myanmar)
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Whenever we arrive at a new destination, one of the first places we like to visit is the local market. Markets can tell you so much about the local culture and we just love exploring the local food and spices while chatting with the vendors. We’ve been to many gorgeous markets over the years and from our first visit to Mandalay’s market, we knew it was going to be one of our favorites. Mandalay’s central market is full of vibrant colors and countless stands where you can find fresh fruits and veggies, local delicacies, spices, clothes, household goods and more. It is spread over a few blocks and can best be described as a beautiful mess. The local vendors were very friendly and when they saw we were not familiar with some fruits or vegetables, they quickly offered us a taste while striking a pose for our camera. A few blocks from the central market you can also find the Flower Market which is another recommended stop. We just couldn’t get enough of the sight of the locals riding their motorbikes with huge bouquets of Chrysanthemum. If you are a market person, you will surely fall in love with Mandalay’s markets as we did. Just don’t forget to ask your guide or hotel for the best time to visit these markets.
4. Green Hills Mall (Manila, Philippines)
Submitted by Nie Nie from Adventures With NieNie
There are many different types of markets around the world, but Green Hills Mall, located in Manila, Philippines is one of the most famous markets to purchase faux name brand bags and the cheapest freshwater pearls around. They have a great selection of quality pearls and several booths throughout the area. You can purchase saltwater pearls, but often times you will get the best deal on freshwater pearls. Of course, as a market, they raise the rates. I highly suggest you bargain for a more affordable rate. They will most likely give a discount if you purchase more than one set or strand of pearls.
5. Souq Waqif (Doha, Qatar)
Submitted by Ketki from Dotted Globe
Souq Waqif literally means the standing market. It is Doha’s oldest market and was reconstructed in recent times to conserve its original Qatari architecture. Walking inside Souq Waqif is like being transported to ancient Arabia and the market is one of Doha’s premier tourist attractions. Souq Waqif is full of maze-like narrow streets that are perfect for exploring. The alleys are filled with a variety of shops selling everything from souvenirs to household goods and from apparel to birds. The Souq is particularly famous for colorful spices, unique handicrafts, perfumes, dry fruits, and gold jewelry. The Souq Main Street is lined with restaurants serving multicultural cuisines. The atmosphere inside the Souq is magical with traditional music and cultural shows taking place on weekends and adding to the ambiance. Souq Waqif is the best place to buy souvenirs, relax, and people watch in Doha, Qatar.
6. Bangkok Flower Market (Pak Khlong Talat)
Submitted by Nikki from South East Asia Backpacker
Bangkok’s famous 24-hour Flower Market is a short walk from the city’s bustling Chinatown. An explosion of colours and smells, it’s a must visit for anyone who loves the buzz of a good market. With a history dating back to the 18th century, the market is believed to have begun life as a floating market on the Chao Phraya River and its name in Thai ‘Pak Khlong Talat’, which means ‘market at the mouth of the canal’ reflects this. Today, the market provides a floral injection to various events taking place across the city, from weddings and parties to Buddhist ceremonies and everyday activities at the temple. As well as an incredible collection of flowers from all over the country, you’ll also find a variety of fruits, vegetables and local herbs and spices. Unlike most markets, rush hour is just before dawn as florists work hard to get garlands finished and buyers stock up on fresh flowers for the next day. For tourists and photographers, the market is a novel delight, for Bangkok residents, it’s a symbol of pride and an emblematic display of Thai culture.
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7. Sunday Walking Street in Chiang Mai, Thailand
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As the sun sets and the heat of the day dies down, night markets pop up all over Chiang Mai, Thailand. The most notable is the Sunday Walking Street, for which vendors work all week creating handicrafts. Smack in the center of the old walled city, Ratchadamnoen Road is closed to traffic for about a kilometre of glorious shopping, eating, and people watching. The handicrafts are beautiful and well made. The local cotton is exceptionally soft: pay a couple of extra dollars for quality cotton shirts and skip the cheaply made ‘elephant pants.’ Batik, a wax-resist technique for dyeing cloth, is used with indigo dye to create gorgeous, deep blue fabrics that make eye-catching table runners and placemats. The food alone is worth it to visit this local market. Temple courtyards along the market street are closed off for food stalls with fresh and cheap food. Options are bountiful and include Pad Thai, grilled meats, northern Thai specialties like Khao Soi, coconut pancakes, and fresh fruit juices and smoothies. The Sunday Walking Street in Chiang Mai is an amazing experience and well worth a visit for well-made handicrafts, tasty local food, and lively people watching.
EUROPE
9. Brocante (antiques) Market, La Flotte, Ile de Re, France
Submitted by Clare from Epic Road Rides
Sometimes, the best things in life are unexpected. It was a lazy start to a lazy vacation in France. Staying in the village of La Flotte on the laidback island of the Ile de Re, we ambled down to the marina in the fresh morning sunshine. We were looking for the boulangerie our hosts had carefully directed us to the night before, but within minutes, we were lost in a maze of ancient streets. That’s when we happened across the most gorgeous brocante (antiques) market. Sprawled between an avenue of lime trees, close to the town’s impressive marina, we found a market selling everything from old garden tools to vintage wine flasks and miniature cars from the 1950s. But it’s not just the wares on sale that made this such a lovely market to visit. We also loved the market’s position in charming La Flotte, surrounded by pastel-painted houses draped in wisteria and ancient salt-encrusted walls. Next door to the brocante market we came across the daily food market in the village’s medieval marketplace – but that’s another story!
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10. Great Market Hall (Budapest, Hungry)
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The largest and oldest indoor market in Budapest, the Great Market Hall is ideally located at the end of Vaci utca and at the foot of Elisabeth Bridge. Built in 1897, its magnificent architecture has turned it into a tourist attraction. The bottom floor is where the stalls are located. You can buy meats, salami, fruit, veggies, sweets, wines, and the famous paprika. Walk up the stairs to discover stalls where you can buy souvenirs, as well as places where you can eat traditional Hungarian fare. Sprawled over 3 stories, there is quite a lot to do, see, smell, and eat to keep you busy for 1-2 hours. Since it’s a market used by the locals for their grocery shopping, it’s best to avoid visiting it during the weekends.
11. Rialto Market (Venice, Italy)
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Rialto Market, located in Venice, Italy, is one of the most well-known food markets in the world in the culinary and foodie scene. Most well known for its fresh catch that comes daily from the Grand Canal of Venice, it’s a meeting place for Venician locals and a must-visit location for tourists.
The market, which has been satisfying hunger for more than 700 years, is so-called because of its location near the world-famous Ponte Rialto – one of the most photographed locations in the world. Yet, the market has actually outlasted the bridge. Originally, the Ponte Rialto was the site of a pontoon bridge which carried people over the narrow crossing of the Grand Canal. Today the market consists of nearly 100 purveyors of fresh fish, fruits, vegetables, meats, and is surrounded by over a dozen excellent restaurants – all of which pull their product right from the market.”
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How many cool modern markets do you know? I think the most notable markets are old and traditional, but this one is different. Opened in 2014 it is one of the top attractions in Rotterdam. The website states: “Market Hall is a sustainable combination of food, leisure, living, and parking, fully integrated to celebrate and enhance the synergetic possibilities of the different functions”.
Smart design, gorgeous colorful interior, and delicious food, what else would you need? If you travel to Rotterdam – skip breakfast and go directly to the Market. There are many restaurants, places with cooked and fresh food, many sell local products. The market hall holds 200+ apartments, that are carved into the walls and the ceiling. Some of those are given for rent, which I believe is the best way to visit the market and a good way to experience modern architecture in the Netherlands.
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14. Mercado de Campo de Ourique (Lisbon, Portugal)
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The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul is no ordinary market… Founded in 1461 by Sultan Mehmet II, it is one of the oldest and biggest Bazaars in the world! Obviously, you’ll be doing a lot of walking. Dress comfortably, including good walking shoes. To put things in perspective, on a normal day between 250 000 and 400 000 people visit this market and more than 20 000 work there! Besides its size, it is a fascinating building, with painted arches, marble and copper fountains, and twenty-two unique gate entrances! With over 60 streets and alleys and 4,000 shops, you can find anything you wish, from jewelry to carpets, clothes, furniture, spices, food, pottery… you name it, they have it! It is the ideal place to buy souvenirs and gifts for your relatives.
The Grand Bazaar is organized by sectors all the vendors of jewelry are in the same street or zone, and the same goes for other goods. Even the street names indicate what products you will find there like aynacilar – “slipper-makers”. In addition to all the shops, there are several restaurants and joints, toilets and even a hamman and a mosque. Don’t forget to bargain the prices or even walking away when you disagree. You will be able to reduce the price by a least 30 or 40%. Note you will need at least 3 or 4 hours to explore the market. It is very easy to go to the grand bazaar by metro, just catch the line to Aksaray Station.
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CENTRAL AMERICA
NORTH AMERICA
17. Annapolis Royal Farmers and Traders Market (Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia, Canada)
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The Annapolis Royal Farmers and Traders Market located in historic Annapolis Royal is open every Saturday from 8 am – 1 pm (+ Wednesday 8 am – 2 pm in July and August). From mid-May until mid-October you’ll find the market on St. George Street across from the King’s Theatre. In mid-October, the market moves further up the road to the Historic Gardens (every Saturday, 9 am-noon). The market bustles, offering an array of local produce and food, locally produced wine, beer, cider, baked goods, skin care products, teas, arts, crafts, books, and antiques. Most of the products available are produced in Nova Scotia. Local musicians entertain shoppers with their toe-tapping music. Be sure to stop by the sausage truck and enjoy a perfectly cooked sausage served up on a French baguette. Don’t forget the sauerkraut! Book your rental car in advance online.
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SOUTH AMERICA
Iquitos is the largest city in the Peruvian Amazon, accessible only by boat or plane. The city’s bustling spirit is typified by Belén Mercado, a huge market set in a floating shantytown on the Itaya River, close to its confluence with the Amazon. The stilted huts of Belén are home to some 7,000 local residents. In the haze of dawn, the market is where the shantytown inhabitants and the indigenous people of the nearby Amazon jungle come together.
The sprawling market is packed with hundreds of stalls selling meat, fish, fruit, vegetables, herbs and spices. Vendors from the jungle villages arrive at sunrise to sell their fresh produce. For visitors from outside the city, the accessible upper part of the market is the safest place to shop and explore. It is here you can take a tour in a canoe with a local guide and learn the secrets of the area’s turbulent history. The early hours of the day are the best time to visit to witness the market in its most chaotic moments and to grab a deal before the fierce Amazonian sunshine takes its toll on the stock.
UNITED KINGDOM
22. Bury St. Edmunds Town Market (Suffolk, England)
Submitted by Matt from The Travel Blogs
As you arrive in Bury St Edmunds, the clue is on the welcome sign “An historic market town”. This small town in the English Countryside grew up on the back of the people that would come to shop at its market. Now is no different, while the times may have changed and the town’s grown up, the market remains the beating heart. Taking over the town centre every
Wednesday and Saturday, you can expect to find local produce, artisanal cheese and baked goods, unique clothing, £1 stands and much more. My favourite row, however, is right in the middle under the town’s statue that stands in memory to the survivors of the Boer War. It is home to over 15 different stands selling traditional street food from all over the world, freshly prepared in front of you. While it may not be famous, the Bury St Edmunds market has a charm which will warm the hardest of hearts. At least if the market doesn’t, the Indian food stand will. Book your rental car in advance online.
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Located on the corner of Beresford Street and Halkett Place, in the heart of St Helier, is the Central Market of Jersey. The market was opened first in 1882 and features Victorian architecture including impressive cast iron structures and an ornamental fountain. With many of the original features intact, the market is both interesting and colourful and is definitely worth a visit if only to appreciate the building. Obviously, it is a great place to shop as well. You can buy all sorts of local produce (Jersey Potatoes, Jersey Strawberry, Black Butter etc.), arts and crafts items, jewelry, fruits and vegetables, flowers, books, clothing, antiques, gifts and toys and so much more. There are a number of food stalls and cafes, luggage shops, a spice shop and even a post office within the market! The market is lively, fascinating and a great place to shop or simply wander around. Definitely worth a visit if you are in Jersey.
96 responses to “23 Best Local Markets Around the World”
What a great round up of local markets around the world! Very comprehensive list.
Hi Margie. Thanks. It is an excellent list and, thank you for contributing.
So many colorful and temptingly mouthwatering markets around the world. Makes me want to put on my traveling shoes!
Hi Anita. I’m with you! I have visited many of these markets over the years and would love to visit some of the ones that I haven’t gotten to yet.
I’m going to save this post for when I start traveling the world! These markets look amazing.
Hi Danielle. I hope that you get to visit all of them during your travels. Experiencing local markets is one of the reasons I love to travel.
What a wonderful compilation of world markets! I would love to visit Bangkok’s Flower market and the Underground Christmas Market of Valkenburg.
Hi Deeptha. I have been to the Bangkok Flower Market and it is well worth a visit. The Underground Christmas Market is on my list to visit, too.
This is a great round up! Excellent collaborative piece. Learnt so much about markets around the world.
Hi Sinjana. I’m glad you like the piece, and I hope you get to visit some of these local markets in your travels.
I love markets so much, and this is an awesome roundup! Most of these are going on my bucket list! 🙂
Hi Masha. I have visited many of these local markets during my travels and loved them all. I’m planning on adding a few more of these to my list.
Oh now, as a market addict, I so totally enjoyed this post! When we go for short trips, I always try and make sure we ht the town/village when there’s a market going on. I’ve been to a few that you’ve highlighted but I really want to hit that underground Christmas market!
Hi Azlin. Local markets are the best, aren’t they? I want to visit the underground Christmas market, too.
When I did my roadtrip from Bangkok to Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai I was suppose to do Pai but didnt manage due to time constraint. You have a complete list of night market and where to shop in this post. Been to half of them such as Great Market Hall Budapest which offer cheap souvenirs and affordable too. Akhihabara was another top place must go if you are a gadget geek. I remebered I was there when I was still a student searching for a camera as we dont have such advance new model of camera back home, even there is , the price is going to be so expensive.
I visited Pai, but it was raining, so I didn’t make it to the market. The Great Market Hall in Budapest is one of my favourite local markets in Europe. I bought delicious foie gras there, and also paprika made by a lovely local lady.
This is the ultimate list! I love the detail and information on these places. I really loved reading about the Rialto Market in Venice, Italy. Mostly because it would be such a dream to visit there some day.
Hi Deborah. I visited Venice many years ago, but I didn’t get to the Rialto Market. It’s time I went back to Venice. 🙂
As soon as the read the topic i knew chandni chowk old del will have to be there on list lol. Lol as a traveller i won’t say apart from cc i have been all-over i have been to some of these markets in uk and Budapest. A great list u have got here.
Hi Mondipa. I’ve not been to the Chandni Chowk market, but when I get to India it’s on my list to visit. I’m glad you enjoyed the list of local markets.
I love the chandni chowk market india.
You can practically get everything you ever need there.
Thanks for this comprehensive list.
I’m looking forward to visiting Chandni Chowk one of these days.
These markets all look amazing! I think my favourite is paddys market in Sydney Australia. It’s a great place for getting cheap souvenirs
I am lucky to have been to quite a few of the markets from your post, especially to the European ones. The most recent one I have visited was the Market Hall, in Rotterdam. I had a nice portion of Dutch fries there and finished with some delicious poffertjes.
I love visiting Akihabara every time I go to Tokyo. Always something new and yet to be discovered there.
While my favourite is the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul, I was so happy to see Chandni Chowk as I am a local! Thanks for showing us some love!
What an amazing list! I can spend hours walking around markets anywhere in the world… Lots of inspiration here for my next adventure!
I have never visited a market outside my town, so I can easily imagine how fun it must be to visit one outside of the country! I’d love to visit the Brocante Market in La Flotte, Ile de Re, France someday since I really get into antiques.
These all look like such great places to visit. A great way to experience a learn more about different cultures
Very cool! Some of these sound amazing!! I would love to be able to visit them!
What a great post! I love markets and always make sure that I visit the local market at any destination I visit. I am actually going to be in San Fransisco next month so I’ll make sure to pay a visit in the Farmer’s Market. It looks lovely!
I am fascinated by markets and always try to find time to visit one when I travel. It makes me feel great! Your list is lovely, I am definitely adding it to my bookmarks
Such a beautiful compilation of markets in some of the world and I can feel how fun to walk around in these places.
Looks like a great marketplace. I’ll definitely want to visit each of them especially Annapolis Royal Farmers and Traders Market
I love a good market, infact I stumbled across one in Greenwich this morning. I love looking at the unique hand made crafts. Though Asian markets are up there with my favourite
all of these places are so amazing. I like in your post very first is that table of contents so everyone can find easily any place in your blog. I will save this for future travelling.
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Great collection of local markets, Very helpful for travelers so they can visit as they are popular market. I have been in Seattle couple of times, but didn’t get chance to stop by. Definitely will visit Pike Place Market on my next visit.
Wow, which is wonderful market tips for different locations. Thanks for sharing
These all look so great and so unique from one another! I love exploring markets!
Great tips of these markets. I have been to only one on the list, Pike Place and I cannot wait to go back there.
I love going to local markets! Definitely going to keep this list in mind 🙂
I personally love Gwangjang and Namdaemun Market in Korea. I like shopping for souvenirs at Namdaemun, while at Gwangjang, I go there for the food. 🙂
Oh wow! What a super informational post. I would have to bookmark it for future references. I’ve only been to Chandni Chowk so far.
I’ve never been to any of these! I would love to, though!
if i had all the money in the world, i’d visit them all! as one wise person told me, if you want to truly experience the culture of the place, visit their markets
You just made me so hungry! I love going to local markets.
WOW! Fascinating read. Visited only two markets from the list. A lot to travel and explore. One life is not enough to explore the world.
What a cool list – you have made me want to go to some of these markets and pick out some bargains! i love the flower market – I bet I would buy a lot here!
Hi Rachel. I’ve been to the flower market in Bangkok, and it is gorgeous. There is also one in Chiang Mai which is great, too. If you like to take photos, both of these local markets are a must.
I don’t see any of the best African markets, but this was a good read. It will definitely help me out when I embark on my trip to these parts of the world once day.
Love markets, especially Asian ones with the incredible number of fruits. Great list!
I LOVE markets, and always seek them out in a new place. But I am embarrassed to say that I have only been to a handful of these. Guess I need to step up my game! Very happy to see Souq Waqif represented on here!
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This is a great list! I love the street markets around Thailand, there everywhere. Street food is the best!
What an impressive list of markets! My favourite is the underground one! Oh, and the one in Lisbon! And the one in Turkey. Oooh, and I’ll be in Nova Scotia soon, I should check out the Annapolis one. Whom am I kidding? I love them all.
Hi Bea. I’m laughing here. I think it’s impossible not to like them all. I live in Annapolis Royal, so I’m biased. I love the Annapolis Royal Farmers and Traders Market. If you make it to AR, look me up. We can have a coffee and I’ll give you some tips on the area.
I absolutely love that you put this together! Local markets are such a great way to experience a place, try delicious food, and pick up food souvenirs to bring home. We always try to find markets when we travel, so I’ll definitely be turning to your guide frequently!
This is such an awesome idea for a post! I love exploring local markets and this list is invaluable. I’ve been to a few such as Lisbon, and Venice but this has added many to the list- the undergound one looks so cool. Thank you for this great post and beautiful photos!
I always make a point to visit the local market wherever I go. I love the flower market in Hanoi (where I was recently living), and the souqs in Oman. I’d love to visit Doha one day, especially for that market!
This is a great compilation. It is indeed comprehensive. I have been to some but not all and loved reading about them.
Thanks. Yeah, I think it’s a good cross-section of local markets. I’ve been to many of them, and have discovered a few new ones that I want to visit.
I love visiting markets! The only one I’ve been to on this list though in the one in Doha Qatar. I feel that a market is the best way to explore a culture!
Yes, local markets are the absolute best!!! The only one on this list that I’ve been to is the Rialto Market in Venice, but all of the rest sound really neat, especially the underground Christmas Market!
Chiangmai’s Walking Street was probably my favorite market I had ever been to. I wish I brought more money because I wanted to buy so much stuff while I was there
Visiting markets is one of my favourite things to do when I am visiting a country, it’s so nice to see the local culture. Also, th y always have awesome food and souvenirs! I haven’t been to any of the markets on your lists though, but will do if I visit those places.
This is a great list of local markets. Like you, I love visiting the local markets on my travels for a “taste” of the local culture. I’ve been to some of the markets mentioned on this list in Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Portugal. I’m most intrigued by the “Electronic Market” in Japan. I’d love to visit some day. Great roundup!
Omg I love visiting markets!!!! I was excited to see one of my favorites on the list…the market in Ching Mai! I spent hours walking this market and had a great time. I’m saving this post to Pinterest for future reference! Thank you!
I too love markets for the very reasons you state in your first paragraph. There’s something about the authentic soul of a place is found in their markets. My favourites are found in Spain and I love the Christmas Market in Colmar.
Lovely post. I do love a good market, and I am especially fascinated by that underground Christmas Market!
What a great collection of markets. I love exploring the local markets wherever I go, so this is a great bucket list for future trips.
Great list, I love local markets. Its a great place to try local foods and learn more of the culture. There are a few on this list I hadn’t heard of and I am now determined to visit.
What a great list of local markets. Will be heading to Asia so hope to check out some of the ones listed here!
Hi Sue. Enjoy your trip to Asia. There are so many excellent local markets to experience.
I’m heading to Thailand soon so I was looking for your Thai recommendations! The Sunday Walking Street in Chiang Mai is one I’ll have to check out!
Hi David. The Sunday Walking Market is great. Depending on the time of the year, it’s best to go early. From December thru March is can get extremely crowded.
This is very ellaborate and informative blog, I have been to Chandni Chowk and it exactly how you saod
Glad you enjoyed the post. I’ve not been to Chandi Chowk but looking forward to visiting one of these days.
Bangkok Flower Market sounds good to me. I live flowers. Maybe next time, I will travel to this place. Thanks for your informative post !
This is so cool! I love the different pictures to get a visual of what each one is like. They were so realistic that I felt like I was there too.
It is admirable that you’ve featured several local markets in Asia. Nothing compares the genuine ambiance of the local markets.
I would totally love to check out some of these markets. So much culture and so much to see and experience. What great opportunities.
The Rialto Market in Venice is everything I need. I love grabbing fresh produce for the family meals.
This is the ultimate travelers list! I would love to visit every one of these some day.
Wonderful photos! I like to visit local markets, they have various items that are so interesting to buy.
What a great round up of all of the market places. They all look unique/
I haven’t been to any of the markets listed for North America, but it’s good to know the ones to be on the lookout for. As for markets I’ve visited while traveling, I did visit one in Burbank, California that was really nice.
I love visiting markets when I travel overseas. They realy take you to the heart of the community through food. And we have a fabulous food market right near where I live too! Happy travels.
I have always loved meeting the locals on my vacations. That’s where the best memories are made.
I haven’t been to many of these places, but all of them looked so amazing! I absolutely love the Bangkok flower market, it looks like you could get some very beautiful flowers there!
What a great collection of markets! You’ve done a great job of capturing the reasons I love shopping at markets. I’ve never heard of the one in El Salvador but it sounds quite unique.
Articles like this remind us just how much of the world we still have to explore. Thanks for sharing the beautiful pictures and enticing background for these local markets.
I know what you mean. I’ve been fortunate enough to visit quite a few of these local markets, but there are some I have yet to experience.
What a fun list of markets around the world! I would add the Bac Ha market in northern Vietnam. It’s a standout both for the items on sale and because most of the vendors and shoppers are dressed in gorgeous traditional Hmong clothing. At the other extreme, the market in Rotterdam looks really interesting – I’m adding it to my list for my trip there next spring!
Such a great post, Nancie! Thx for curating this wonderful list of markets. I always try and visit the local markets when I travel to establish a true sense of place and what is local to the environ.
What a great list of markets! I make a point of finding the public market wherever we go!
It does seem that everyone loves a market. And I think it is special fun to visit one as I travel in a foreign destination.
Heading to Bangkok soon so this is helpful. So many markets I’d never heard of – including in cities I’ve visited. I live in Europe and I’m ashamed to say I haven’t been to a single one of these, so thank you for opening my eyes. There really is a special feel about markets. Even if it’s not always true, they tend to bring you closer to the products and to the artesans and farmers responsible for them… I’m always up for a good market visit!