Read to get stuck into Paris’ menagerie of markets? They’re sprawled all across the city, selling everything from books and bric-a-brac to clothes and cheese. Whether you’re looking for a place to pick up bits for a picnic in Jardin du Luxembourg, or you’re after a little trinket to take home, these magnificent markets will make sure you won’t leave empty handed.
Marché d’Aligre
This colour-splashed market is the go-to spot for seasonal produce and artisanal cheese. You’ll also find the odd bric-a-brac stall along with second-hand clothes. What’s not to love?
When: Tuesday - Sunday
Where: Place d’Aligre
What to buy: A punnet of juicy strawberries
Marché aux Fleurs et aux Oiseaux
As you step through the doors of Marché aux Fleurs et aux Oiseaux, you’ll be transported to a flower-studded jungle. It’s perfect for an afternoon potter around to soak up all the delightful sights and smells. On Sundays, you’ll hear the chirps and tweets of all manner of feathered friends when it transforms into a bird market.
When: Monday – Sunday
Where: Place Louis Lépine
What to buy: Fragrant flowers
Rue Mouffetard Market
It’s well worth setting aside a whole day to visit this lovely market street. Colourful buildings house the bustling shops and the cobbled Roman road that runs underneath tells a tale of time gone by. When you’re done perusing the stalls, there are plenty of nearby coffee shops and restaurants where you can rest your legs.
When: Tuesday - Sunday
Where: Latin Quarter
What to buy: A freshly baked pastry
Paris Marche des Enfants Rouge
If you’re wondering where to eat, make a beeline for this historical hotspot. Taking its name from the 16th-century orphanage that used to occupy the site, Marche de Enfants Rouge is well-equipped to fill tourist’s hungry tums with Japanese, Italian, Lebanese and artisanal food stalls.
When: Tuesday – Sunday
Where: 39 Rue de Bretagne
What to buy: A hearty Lebanese sandwich
Marché aux Puces de St-Ouen
Often regarded as Europe’s biggest flea market, with around 3,000 traders, Marché aux Puces de St-Ouen draws over 180,000 visitors every weekend. You can pick up everything from rare antiques and pre-loved books to vintage cameras. You can find everything here!
When: Monday, Saturday and Sunday
Where: Avenue de la Porte de Clignancourt
What to buy: Vintage garments
This market is another fan favourite with the foodies thanks to its sprawling stalls of fresh fruit, cheese, meat and baked goodies. Saturdays see the arrival of the arts and crafts stalls, so if you’re looking to pick up some handmade bits, we’d recommend swinging by then.
When: Thursday and Sunday
Where: Boulevard Richard Lenoir
What to buy: Some fresh cheese for a French-style picnic
Posted: 9th Oct 2023.