Markets to Visit in Malta

Markets to Visit in Malta

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Ta' Qali Farmers Market

Markets in Malta are great, though a word of warning they start early and it get’s hot so be prepared to wake up early and makes sure you drink water and you will be fine, below is some insight to the markets in Malta and Gozo.

Opening times – they start at about 7.00 am and finish at around 12.30 pm.

Birgu Flea Market

Tuesday and Sundays

Located in the heart of the Three Cities, the Birgu street market takes place on each Tuesday morning.

Plenty of stalls lining the streets, where you can enjoy incredible bargains such as basic clothing items, food, beauty products, and footwear. Visit early (9ish), because it tends to be over by around 11am.

There’s also a flea market on Sunday morning in the Football Ground in Birgu, it’s not difficult to find, slightly to the left of the road which leads to the main square.

The beauty of this one is that you’ll find plenty of vintage stuff so the collector’s are bound to find a few treasures, if you know where to look.

Old Man with Stetson hat at the Birgu Flea Market

Il-Monti Valletta

This Sunday market is the most popular market on the Maltese Islands. It’s located outside Valletta’s city gate. This is a very busy market and apart from items which you usually see in markets, you can also see many varied collections of bric-a-brac here.
Also in Valletta, there is a market which is held daily in Merchants Street with items such as clothes, affordable Malta souvenirs etc.

Farmers’ Market, Ta’ Qali 

Tuesday or Saturday morning

If you’re staying in self-catering accomodation we urge you to visit this market at Ta’ Qali. It is on Tuesday and Saturday’s you might want to pick up some fresh produce from the farmers’ market.
The market sells solely Maltese products, directly from farmers – so this might be the time to get a taste of the local specialities such as Bigilla, gbejniet, honey and bread.

Ta' Qali Farmers' Market

Vittoriosa Market

One of the Three Cities, hosts a popular market on a Tuesday and a chance to meet and greet the locals. Not your usual tourist market.

Marsaxlokk Fish Market

Everyday and Sundays

The charming fishing village of Marsaxlokk, hosts a fish market every Sunday with a myriad of fish on display – go early for the fresh catch.
Over the years this market has evolved and, apart from treh excellent fish and fresh produce, about anything is also on sale.

Rabat, Malta

Sunday mornings
Take a break from your escapade of Rabat to visit the market located in central town, in proximity of St.Paul’s Church. Its market offers a selection of clothes, household products and food.
While you’re out and about, make sure to grab a traditional pastizz. Rabat is known to be the best in the matter.

It-Tokk Gozo

Victoria

Every morning

It-tokk market in Savina Square, Victoria, is a must-visit when in Gozo. The market runs every morning of the week – so no fear, it’s hard to miss. Whether it’s household goods you’re on the lookout for or an authentic Gozitan souvenir, It-Tokk market has it all!
Gozo Market, It-Tokk, Victoria

Other markets worth mentioning are the following:

  • Qormi Market (Saturdays)
  • Birkirkara Market (Wednesdays)
  • Zurrieq (Thursdays)