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French Market

Decatur St, 1100 North Peters, New Orleans, LA
504 522 2621
As featured in New Orleans on a budget
Ranked #7 of 79 shopping in New Orleans
4.0 of 5 stars 110 Reviews
Type: Flea/ Street Markets
Activities: Shopping
Fee: No
Traveller Description: Just a bit of advice for those that visit Historic New Orleans French Market.  1. Do not impulse buy - If you walk the market and compare prices, you... more »
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Clearwater, Florida
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41 reviews 41 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Love the French market and no trip is complete without a visit here. We always stop at the food truck for tasty meat pies, fresh shrimp spring rolls, and delicious seafood gumbo. More

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hardinsburg, KY
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

I made a couple of trips to the French Market during my stay in NO. Combo flea market/farmers market, loved roaming up and down the aisles. Made several purchases and felt like I got good bargains. Many of the vendors were willing to haggle on price if that is your thing. More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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Reviews in 104 cities Reviews in 104 cities
101 helpful votes 101 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

Lots of local artists, but some of them seemed like they were selling trinkets made out of the states - so be aware of authenticity. Also, beware of those "shell-n-all peanuts" they taste like eating a bunch of barely seasoned styrofoam. Otherwise, it's very cool to see the artwork. Looks like there is a cooking demo station in the center,... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

I enjoyed this as a place to buy souvenirs, sample some local fare ('walk of flame' and king cake) but not sure if I'd visit again. More

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Winnipeg, Canada
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

I've been to New Orleans for Jazz Fest 8 times and I have to say that this year the French Market was better than ever. The place was clean and the sellers had better goods then I have seen in the past. Great on you NO. More

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SF Bay Area
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Visited this market befor Katrina and enjoyed it. But now it has the same feel as every market everywhere; no distinctive charm or appeal. Everything offered was the same as in all the shops around town and at the same absurdly high prices. Won't be going back to New Orleans. More

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Kansas City, Missouri
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Loved the bazaar atmosphere of the French market. The market had a great mix of music and souvenirs. I found it suitable for adults and families. More

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Chandler, Arizona
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

Full of crafts, food and gifts! Open every day of the week. More

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Atlanta, GA
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76 reviews 76 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

The market has several things going for it: it's right down the road from Cafe du Monde, Jackson Square, and Central Grocery, it's clean, and it's open fairly early (vendors start about 9-9:30). So if you need to grab some souvenirs before heading out of town, you can cover everyone on your list in one stop - and get yourself... More

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tuscaloosa
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44 reviews 44 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012
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I always enjoy walking around New Orleans in the Jackson square area. Cafe Du Monde is a must, also stopped by Aunt Sally's Creole pralines. They had samples available that were divine. I ended purchasing pralines to bring home. Must visit this area. More

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