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Melbourne
The best markets to visit in Melbourne
RACV
November 25, 2025
With artisan stalls, fresh produce, flea market finds and multicultural food, Melbourne has a variety of accessible markets open every day of the week.
No matter if you're after vintage clothes, artisanal cheese, second-hand treasures or pastries good enough for Paris, you're certain to find them all of them and more at one of Melbourne's many markets.
Every day of the week (and across every corner of the city) you can find markets open and filled with laser-focused locals doing their weekly shop as gregarious vendors hawk their wares. The city's markets are a slice of its identity, proudly displaying the foods and cultures of its diverse population that includes more than 300 different ancestries. It's at a market that you'll find that elusive ingredient you've been searching for or discover your new favourite artist.
Melbourne's markets are for tourists too, offering up a range of handcrafted, homemade gifts and art in addition to regular events and festivals. Better still, most of Melbourne's best markets are highly accessible by public transport as well as offering their own car parks for ease of use. Plus vendors are often happy let you sample their goods, advise on best cooking techniques, as well as offer end-of-day deals for savvy shoppers.
Slip on your comfiest shoes and bring plenty of empty shopping bags - you never know what you might find. Here are the best markets to visit in Melbourne for 2025.
Prahran Market is a popular foodie haven off the iconic Chapel Street shopping strip. Image: Visit Victoria
The best markets in Melbourne: updated for 2025
Queen Victoria Market
Located: Corner of Elizabeth and Victoria Streets, Melbourne.
Getting there: Serviced by the 19, 57, 58 and 59 trams, and less than a 10-minute walk from both Melbourne Central and Flagstaff stations. The closest new Metro Tunnel station to Victoria Market is the State Library Station. There is also a car park and bike parking available on site.
Opening hours: Tue, Thu, Fri 6am-3pm; Sat 6am-4pm; Sun 9am-4pm.
If you only have time to visit one market in Melbourne, make it Queen Victoria Market. This centrally located market supplies not only the freshest produce, meat and artisan smallgoods, but also fashion, accessories, handcrafted gifts and more.
Established in 1878, Queen Victoria Market is the largest open-air market in the southern hemisphere and a significant historical landmark for the city. One of Melbourne's best free attractions to visit, Queen Victoria Market regularly hosts specialised events on top of regular trading, from their vibrant summer and winter night markets, to foodie tours, festivals and live music. Don't miss getting a hot jam doughnut from the American Doughnut Kitchen van (find them in E Shed) when visiting - they're worth lining up for.
South Melbourne Market
Located: Corner of Coventry and Cecil Streets, South Melbourne.
Getting there: The 96 tram stops right outside the market, while the 12, 109 and 1 trams also have stops within walking distance. The 236 bus can take you from the CBD to the market while bike parking is available on site too. Two hours free car parking is available Wednesdays and Fridays, as well as when arriving before 10am on weekends.
Opening hours: Wed, Sat, Sun 8am-4pm; Fri 8am-5pm.
South Melbourne Market is a food lover's paradise, offering an array of fresh seafood, organic produce, artisanal cheeses, and delectable pastries, including some of Melbourne's best croissants, as well as a range of unique products from clothing to beauty, floristry, and home goods. The paella served from giant pans at Simply Spanish has repeatedly been named the best paella outside of Spain at the International Valencian Paella Competition in Sueca, while the South Melbourne Market dim sims are renowned throughout the city.
The market has been serving the local community since 1867, making it one of Melbourne's longest-running markets. It also regularly hosts community events, from live music to foodie tours and cooking demonstrations.
Prahran Market
Located: 163 Commercial Rd, South Yarra.
Getting there: Access the market via the 72 or 6 tram, the routes 216 or 220 bus or Prahran Station. Bike racks are available in Prahran Square, and car parks are available at the Elizabeth St multi-level car park.
Opening hours: Tue, Thu 7am-4pm; Fri, Sat 7am-5pm; Sun 8am-4pm.
Prahran Market is not only a popular shopping destination, but a hub for culinary events, tastings, cooking classes, and food demonstrations. Established in 1864, this market is revered for its speciality items and community feel.Prahran Market is a haven for food enthusiasts, with its wide selection of fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, and specialty ingredients, from wasabi leaves to authentic Turkish delights, homemade pastas, Spanish pastries and more.
Stall holders are known for their delectable and fresh produce at South Melbourne Market. Image: Visit Victoria
Prahran Market has an abundance of fresh goods on offer. Image: Visit Victoria
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Camberwell Sunday Market
Located: Market Place, Camberwell.
Getting there: Located a short walk from Camberwell Station, with easy access from the 70, 72 and 75 trams. Visitors can also take the 612 or 285 bus to the area, or bike park around both the station and Market. Street parking is available on Harold, Mayston and Inglesby streets - time limits may apply.
Opening hours: Sun 7am-12.30pm. Closed in the 10 days preceding Christmas.
Joining the Melbourne market scene in 1976, Camberwell Market attracts both locals and day trippers seeking unique and nostalgic finds every Sunday. This market is run by Rotary and will appeal to those who enjoy a real rummage for trash and treasure. Camberwell Market is renowned for its vintage treasures, jam doughnuts, antique finds and collectible items, from record memorabilia to retro fashions, books, shoes and more. Entry to the market is by gold coin donation.
Dandenong Market
Located: Clow Street & Cleeland St, Dandenong.
Getting there: Dandenong Market can be accessed by a range of bus lines, or a 15-minute walk from Dandenong Station. The market car park has 1,000 spaces and has a two-hour limit per vehicle.
Opening hours: Tue, Fri, Sat 7am-4pm; Sun 9am-4pm.
Dandenong Market celebrates the rich cultural diversity of Melbourne, with over 150 nationalities represented amongst its 200 traders and small businesses. It's also home to experiences including foodie tours, festivals, and rotating kids’ programs. Dandenong Market is a multicultural hub, offering a diverse range of fresh produce, spices, and international delicacies, as well as ‘The Bazaar,’ a home to stalls selling anything from clothing, jewellery and beauty goods, to electronics, rugs, homewares, and artisan fabrics.
Preston Market
Located: 30A The Centreway, Preston.
Getting there: The market is located right next to Preston Station, where bike cages are also available. You can also get there via the 527, 552, 553 and 903 bus lines, or the 86 and 11 tram lines. Two-hour free parking is available during market days at the Preston Market car park.
Opening hours: Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun 8am-3pm; Fri 8am-6pm.
Preston Market bills itself as 'the people's market'. Running for over 50 years, the community-focused market offers fresh goods, foodie workshops, dine-in restaurants, school holiday events, and multicultural experiences. Explore a range of stalls featuring fresh deli, bakery, meat and grocer goods, speciality ingredients, clothing, beauty products, home products, florists and locally made items.
Fitzroy Market
Located: 75 Rose St, Fitzroy
Getting there: On public transport, you can catch the 11, 86 or 96 trams, or the 200 or 207 bus routes to the market. Many bike lanes and paths also surround the area. Use the arevo journey planner app to map a bike-friendly route to this market.
Opening hours: Sat 9am-3pm; Sun 10am-3pm. The market closes over Christmas and reopens mid-January.
In collaboration with The Fitzroy Mills Market, Fitzroy Market supports local artists, designers, and small businesses, fostering a vibrant and creative scene of live music, morning coffee, pre-loved items, and a strong community atmosphere. It's a treasure trove of vintage clothing, handmade crafts, wellness products, fresh food and beverages, unique artworks and more.
The indoor Footscray Market is a melting pot of international flavours and cuisines. Image: Visit Victoria
A visit to the St Kilda Market is a lovely way to cruise the coastline of this bayside suburb. Image: Visit Victoria
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St Kilda Market
Located: Upper Esplanade, St Kilda.
Getting there: Accessible from the 16 and 96 trams, with bike racks also nearby. Use arevo to map a bike-friendly route to this market.
Opening hours: Sun 10am-4pm. Closed for St Kilda Festival in February.
St Kilda Market is in the iconic beachside suburb of St Kilda where it has been a popular destination for locals and tourists since 1970. Close to Luna Park, a Sunday visit makes for a lovely morning stroll along the beachside coastline and a fun day trip. The market boasts a vibrant arts and crafts scene, offering handmade jewellery, clothing, artworks, souvenirs, and other locally made creations.
Footscray Market
Located: 18 Irving Street, Footscray.
Getting there: Located close to Footscray Station, which also provides bike racks and is accessible by the 82 tram and a range of bus services. Parking is available on site, enter via Irving St.
Opening hours: Tue, Wed 7am-4pm; Thu-Sat 7am-5pm.
A large indoor market in Melbourne’s west, Footscray Market is famed for its wide range of fresh produce and multicultural goods from local stall holders. It is popular to have browse before a stop for a local meal at the in-house restaurants and takeaway food stalls. There is an especially large range of meat, poultry and seafood vendors alongside gift shops, clothing and accessory stalls, beauty products, and local services.
Sunday Market
Located: Southgate, 3 Southgate Ave, Southbank.
Getting there: Southgate is a short walk from Flinders Street Station and all trams that run along St Kilda Rd. A 24-hour car park can be accessed from Southgate Ave or City Rd. Bike parking is available Southbank Promenade.
Opening hours: Sun 10am-4pm.
After many years outside of the Arts Centre Melbourne, the famed Sunday Market has moved just next door to Southgate. The market offers a unique shopping experience, combining the convenience of a bustling city centre with the charm of local markets replete with local makers and artists.
