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Melbourne is one of the most liveable cities in the world. That status is earned because of many factors, one of them is places that give something back to the people visiting them. Those places are these famous markets in Melbourne, which are iconic and provide useful goods for you.
Queen Victoria Market
Not only acting as a shopping centre, but Queen Victoria Market is also a historic landmark in Melbourne that has operated since more than a century ago. The historic status of this market and its role of being people’s servant for a very long time are enough for it to be added to the National Heritage List.
Nowadays, you can visit Queen Victoria Market, located in the northwestern part of Melbourne’s CBD, to shop for anything including food, crafts, fashion, and so on. On certain days, there are also some enjoyable events being held there. The market is open on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and sometimes on Wednesday night.
South Melbourne Market
Another market that happens to be Melbourne’s landmark is South Melbourne Market. You can find and buy anything there like fresh produce, homeware, toys, and clothing as you do in a regular market. But at this market, you will see many people hanging out at its restaurants and cafes complete with live music and events.
The operating hours of South Melbourne Market are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every Friday. From the CBD, this market is reachable by bus and tram towards South Melbourne as it is standing on the corner of Coventry and Cecil Streets.
The Rose St. Artists’ Market
Being named the Rose St. Artists’ Market, it is a place where artists display and try to sell their works by themselves. Because of that, you are not only buying handmade works there, but you can also have a chat with their makers.
The Rose St. Artists’ Market operates every Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is placed on Rose Street, about a kilometre north of Melbourne Museum. There, you can see hundreds of works like paintings, jewellery, and furniture.
St Kilda Esplanade Market
Since 1970, St Kilda Esplanade Market has been a place to be for craft and art makers and their customers to do exchanges. If you are interested in buying some original creations such as jewellery, crafts, and accessories to take home, just come to this market on Sunday between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.
This one of the famous markets in Melbourne is situated on the Upper Esplanade near St Kilda Beach. It is a 15-minute tram ride away to the south from Melbourne’s CBD.
Camberwell Sunday Market
Every Sunday from seven in the morning until 12.30 p.m., there is Camberwell Sunday Market in a place that is supposed to be a suburban car park across from Kmart Camberwell. This market is known for showcasing secondhand and antique stuff to be sold.
Therefore, whenever you are looking for collectibles or cheaper yet useful goods, come to Camberwell Sunday Market by train or tram. The market is just a walking distance from the nearby stations.
Prahran Market
Offering fruit and vegetables with the highest quality, sustainable seafood, fine meat and poultry, and certified organic produce among others, Prahran Market is known as the number one food market in Melbourne. It is a perfect place to find tasty food or anything you need for your delicious cooking.
With the strategic location on Commercial Road in South Yarra, Prahran Market can be reached by all forms of public transportation in Melbourne. Just make sure to come there between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, or Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Coburg Trash and Treasure Market
“One man’s trash is another man’s treasure” is a proverb that fits perfectly with Coburg Trash and Treasure Market. That is because, at this market, you can sell something that you do not need anymore, or buy things from other people who are not using them any longer.
This second-hand market is open from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Sunday, but sellers can come two hours earlier. It is situated in Coburg North, approximately 12 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD.
Now that you know about some famous markets in Melbourne, do not hesitate to visit them to buy anything you need. Thanks to those markets you will always have something to purchase in Melbourne.