Top Things to do in Greater Adelaide
The 10 Best Flea & Street Markets in Greater Adelaide, South Australia
Discover the best top things to do in Greater Adelaide, Australia including Adelaide Central Market, The Stirling Market, Gepps Cross Treasure Market, Gilles Street Market, Adelaide's Pop-Up Bookshop, Fishermans Wharf Market Port Adelaide, POP Market, Old Bazaar Market, Flinders Street Market, Norwood Community Markets.
Restaurants in Greater Adelaide
1. Adelaide Central Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,758 reviews
With over 70 traders under one roof, the Adelaide Central Market is one of the largest undercover fresh produce markets in the southern hemisphere, buzzing with life and colour all year round. The Market offers a huge range of fresh food including fruit and vegetables, meat and poultry, seafood, cheeses, bakery, smallgoods and health foods, along with some of Adelaide’s most popular cafes and eateries. With over 9 million visitors every year, the Adelaide Central Market remains Adelaide’s premier food destination for multicultural cuisine and fresh produce.
Reviewed By coljoy456
It is, of course, my opinion that the ACM is the best, as we have been going there each week for 30 years. There is a wide variety of fruit and vegetables, meat, fish, small goods, great pasta, breads, fabulous cheese, vegan and vegetarian foods, herbs and spices, great coffee and snacks. Lucia's cafe serves coffee and cakes but specialises in big breakfasts and Italian food for lunches The market backs onto China Town with its specialty shops and eateries. Regular market tours are available by contacting the administration, there tours are conducted by expert guides and allow tastings of produce. Overseas visitors should put it on their agenda. A visit to the market is no cost unless you wish to buy some of the goodies.
2. The Stirling Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By erinh879
The Stirling Market is a friendly and vibrant event, in a charming Adelaide Hills village. Highlights include local coffee roaster (Roasted On) as well as the Japanese Street Food (Kokochi). Some things to note: It’s the most popular market in the hills (by far) but parking is limited for Adelaide standards. However, you can park in the side streets easily and you won’t be more than a 5 minute walk away. It will get crowded between about 11am and 1pm. The best time to visit is at 10am before it is busy and while vendors still have stock. On very busy days many vendors will sell out early. There are actually two different markets. This review is for the “Stirling Market” which is on Druid Avenue. The other market is the “Stirling Laneways Market” which is in the many other parts of the village. They are both on the same day of the month which is the 4th Sunday of the month (remember this is not always the last Sunday of the month). The Laneways Market is not on during Winter when the weather can be cold and raining but the Stirling Market is on all year round. So if you want to see the Stirling Market on quieter days, then wait for a really wet day and head up there! The stall holders are about 80% the same each market and then about 20% different. It’s not a farmers market, so you won’t see lots of fruit and veg. There is fantastic food to eat at the market, and the food you would take home will be more like condiments, chocolate, coffee beans, granola and wine. It’s a fantastic place to get gifts, including handmade cards. There’s local wood carvings, custom shoes, paintings and other artwork and lots more. One of the best things about the market is the location. You can happily spend an hour at the market and then go to the local pub (The Stirling is good, but you could go a little bit down the road and go to The Crafers which is better). If it’s a nice you could to take a walk through the Mt Lofty Botanic Gardens (amazing in Spring and Autumn). On a cold day you could go across the road to Red Cacao for a hot chocolate. On a sunny day you could drive around the corner and have a drink and some cheese at Deviation Rd Winery. There’s also lots of great walking trails in the area, either in Cleland National Park, or the Belair National Park which is lesser known and so you’ll see hardly anyone there. So to wrap up, the Stirling Market is absolutely worth visiting, and if you pair it up with some other activities in the area you’ll have more than enough to fill out a day with fun activities.
3. Gepps Cross Treasure Market
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By mylittlejoys
I haven't been here in at least 5 years all though there are more veggies and fruit up for sale compared to the little local stands selling random goods it was still a lovely experience, sourcing for fresh produce at a steal of a price and hunting for little treasures amongst the rows of stalls. Lots of parking on the sidewalk P.s Would recommend buying a little trolley or getting someone to tag along to help you carry all the goods back cause you can get a little carried away.
4. Gilles Street Market
5. Adelaide's Pop-Up Bookshop
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 5 reviews
This is a bookshop like no other. With an ever-changing, eclectic collection of great books - old, new & collectible - owners Kate & Nick push the quality-over-quantity mantra to the max. Having existed in nomadic form, the #Popup_Bookshop has found it's true home in Adelaide's iconic Central Market.
6. Fishermans Wharf Market Port Adelaide
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 85 reviews
Reviewed By Redjessie - Kadina, Australia
These markets have been around for many years. It is a pleasant way to spend as much time as you want looking at typical market style stalls. Plenty of room between stalls to allow for social distancing. The Old Port has some interesting things to look at and certainly worth driving out to Port Adelaide to have a look.
7. POP Market
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 5 reviews
POP Market is a new and upcoming market held in the Hahndorf Institute. The first market was held on Sunday the 21st of June. With such a great response not only have we had regular stall holders return but also regular visitors to our markets. We will have a huge variety of stalls, something for everyone.
8. Old Bazaar Market
9. Flinders Street Market
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 34 reviews
Open every weekend in the heart of Adelaide city. This little market specialises in unique, boutique and artisan stalls run by local makers and collectors. Artists, makers, collectors, stylists, florists, crafts people, hobbyists, performers, connoisseurs, book sellers and foodies gather every weekend with their wares. Come and enjoy the vibrant and eclectic atmosphere.
10. Norwood Community Markets
Norwood Community Markets is a family friendly Market where you can vist for a browse and find that little treasure as a memory of your visit. Delicious food, great coffee and relaxed atmosphere with a fantastic variety of stalls! A wonderful and warm part of Norwood/Burnside to visit while in the city of churches. Find us on the second and fourth Saturdays of the Month from 10am-4pm.
