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Where are the good bargains In Melbourne? … Let’s find out where! Here is a location map to weekend Melbourne markets.
You do not need to step foot into a retail shop in Melbourne for a bargain and reminder of your Australian holiday. There is a market catering for secondhand goods or luxury designer overruns next to a stall marketing hot dogs.
Melbourne is shopping friendly. Just make sure you have enough room in your suitcase for all those bargains. You might need to book a second bag for your return trip.
There are several classic street markets as well as a cluster of malls and shopping arcades all within easy walking distance. Together with numerous cafes and street food stops to restore the weary feet. Remember to check out your proposed cafe for google reviews. Let your fingers do the walking.
Markets are either in a fixed location, for instance Queen Victoria Markets, South Melbourne Markets or pop up markets supporting festivals, events or seasonal (Christmas). The nature of markets is temporary, it pays to check beforehand to avoid disappointment that your market of choice is not open when you hit town. Most markets are closed Monday to Wednesday. Weekends are a market hot spot activity.
Queen Victoria Market entrance, Melbourne @vicmarketQueen Victoria Market. The grand old lady of markets, trading for over 160 years is known as QVM. The market covers two street blocks. Stalls are organised according to merchandise from clothing, jewellery, souvenirs, household items to fresh produce and deli goods. Flowers and plants ring the parking lots.
Ultimate Foodie Tour is a delicious and informative guided walking tour. There is a visitor hub, pick up a market shopping bag. Visitor hub is located at the corner of F Shed and Queen Street.
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WHERE IS QUEEN VICTORIA MARKET LOCATED?
Corner F Shed, Queen Street, QVM is unmissable due to its sheer footprint size. The market is on the Melbourne hop on and hop off bus route.
Prahran Market entrance, Melbourne @prahranmarketPrahran Market has a food and produce focus. Prahran’s brand is Melbourne’s no.1 food market. This is a market for food lovers who want to explore the potpourri of food options Melbourne’s immigrant community offer visitors. If your goal is to savour, taste and observe the food culture of Melbourne this market should be on your to do list.
This is a market for an early start. A breakfast visit means you mingle with locals shopping. Prahan is busy with the energy of a local produce market. Prahan has a deserved reputation for very good cooking classes. Join a class and use ingredients from the stall right next door.
WHERE IS PRAHRAN MARKET, MELBOURNE LOCATED?
163 Commercial Rd, South Yarra VIC 3141,
Located in the inner Melbourne suburb, South Yarra, Prahran Market is easy to get to by train, 1 minute walk from the Commercial Street train station. Catch the direct train from Flinders Street, the main city station.
Check out Melbourne shopping and Chapel Street, keep exploring South Yarra shopping options.
@southmelbournemarketSouth Melbourne Market – Another food lover’s destination. The market does not usually attract large bus tours. While it is crowded with locals buying produce, fresh Mediterranean deli goods and snacks it also supports local artisans using the temporary nature of a market to dip their toes into the retail world. It is not open every day, Check opening hours on the website.
There are a number of foodie tours – CHECK ALL HERE
WHERE IS SOUTH MELBOURNE MARKET LOCATED?
322-326 Coventry St, South Melbourne VIC 3205
The Market is a short ride from the CBD via tram or bus. The City of Port Phillip provides free community buses to visit local libraries, South Melbourne Market, While there is a car park it can be full leading to frustration. It’s recommended you use public transport.
@camberwell_sunday_marketCamberwell Sunday Market – Trash is a Sunday treasure market, second hand goods galore. Fascinating observing the stall vendors, the sheer volume of second hand goods and the people haggling for a bargain. If you are a bargain hunter of vintage goods this is a must visit destination. Artisans have largely moved from the Camberwell Sunday Market to Hawthorn Makers Market.
The Fitzroy Mills Market @thefitzroymills.comFitzroy Mills Market – Vintage clothing, produce, food … market focused on locals living nearby. The market is housed in the historic Footscray Mills. Together with Footscray Finds Market Second hand treasure hunt market. If you enjoy pottering around markets finding the bargain this could be a destination.
Hawthorn Makers Market @hawthornmakersmarket.org.auHawthorn Makers Market – Craft Market in Camberwell. Makers website states “We’re committed to supporting independent artists and designers and curating the best of Australian handcraft in one central marketplace- the beautifully restored Hawthorn Arts Centre. Each stallholder has a story. And each product has authenticity and soul. It’s all artisan, unique and showcases the best in handmade happiness.” It is not open every day, check out the website for opening hours.
LOCATION
360 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn VIC 3122
9 km from Melbourne CBD. There are direct trains from Flinders Station
Rose Street Artists Market, Fitzroy @rosestmarket.com.auRose Street Artists Market in Fitzroy, artisans, craft and up and coming designers homeware and clothing. Another venue for up and coming artisan and craft designers. It is not open every day, check out the website for opening hours. Rose Street website has handy links to similar pop up markets. Let your fingers do the walking …
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Vintage or second hand clothing has developed into a tourist activity. There are self guided tours as well as tour groups you can join. The popular tourist activity is join a guided tour. As vintage stores are regularly opening and closing it is recommended you check just before your departure what is open.
Round She Goes market, Melbourne @roundshegoesRound She Goes specialises in pre-loved and vintage clothing with accessories on the side. This is a monthly market that is definitely of the pop up variety. Most stalls do not have access to an ATM or any online banking. Cash is needed to obtain the must have bargain you have just spotted.
Markets are beguiling jewels, glittering with bargains and once in a lifetime gems you really want to buy. Temptation on every stall. Enjoy, savour and mull over the donuts in the South Melbourne market or the cute brooch in the Rose Street market. And promise yourself you will return. The journey is worth it.
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