A day spent at a market is never a day wasted. From live entertainment to arts and crafts, and even scrumptious bites, different markets have many interesting things on offer for people of all ages, thus creating the perfect family outing.
All across South Africa, there are a number of cool and trendy markets which you can visit this holiday season. Here are some of them:
Prison Break Market, Midrand
Midrand’s Prison Break Market is a place that is nothing short of interesting. The market has seven different sheds with unique offerings.
From arts and crafts to scrumptious foods, there is indeed plenty to enjoy. For wine and beer lovers, there is also a distillery which offers a brewing and wine tasting experience.
Address: 10 MacMillan Rd, Glenfernees AH, Johannesburg, 2191.
Contact details: +27 82 522 1739 / [email protected]
Mbombela Farmers Market
The Mbombela Farmers Market is an excellent way to enjoy good vibes in nature. Taking place on the last Saturday of every month, this vibey market offers a variety of refreshing drinks, delicious food, local and handmade goods, as well as live music. This December, the market will be open on Sunday the 17th of December from 10am to 7pm. You are also welcome to bring your own picnic basket and enjoy a beautiful, vibey atmosphere with your loved ones.
Address: Lowveld Botanical Gardens
Contact details: 068 821 0097
Neighbourgoods Market @ The Old Biscuit Mill
Whether it’s clothes or food you’re searching for, you will definitely find it at the Neighbourgoods Market. You can enjoy different cuisines, and various dietary options are catered for as much as possible. The market is also dog-friendly, provided that your dog is on a leash.
Trading Hours: 9am – 3pm, every Saturday.
Address: 375 Albert Road, Woodstock
Bay Harbour Market
Eats, beats, arts & crafts…that is exactly what you can expect at the Bay Harbour Market.
Trendy, vibrant and entertaining, the market offers a diversity of creativity and culture, as well as performances by local musicians. You will not regret spending your weekend at this one-stop-shop for everything that your heart desires.
Address: 31 Harbour Road, Hout Bay
Contact Details: 084 370 5715 or visit their site here.
Victoria Street Market, KwaZulu-Natal
The Victoria Street Market is Durban’s oldest Market. Offering a blend of all things Indian and African, it is the place of cultural exploration and artistic indulgence.
You will be spoilt for choice as there is a wide variety of African and Asian artwork. Moreover, it’s a great place to purchase African carvings, fully crafted jewellery and aromatic spices.
There is also a seafood and meat market which offers succulent seafood, as well as the tastiest and freshest meat products.
Address: 151/155 Bertha Mkhize Street, Durban Central, KwaZulu Natal
Contact details: 031 306 4021
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