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Prahran Market
4.5
#33 of 811 things to do in Melbourne
Flea & Street MarketsFarmers Markets
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Welcome to the Prahran Market, Australia’s oldest market established in 1864. Famous for fine fresh and local produce, hard-to-find specialty items and good old-fashioned service sealed with expert advice, the Prahran Market in South Yarra, Melbourne (Victoria) can’t be beaten on quality. Visit the Prahran Market and discover everything from the highest quality of fruit and vegetables to the widest range of certified organic products, sustainable seafood, free-range meat and poultry, gourmet deli items and an interesting and varied mix of sought after eat-in and takeaway eateries and specialty stores. It’s our vibrant community of highly-skilled traders and knowledgeable staff that sets us apart from the rest. You’ll also find live music on the weekends in Market Square and regular workshops and events. Keep an eye on the website to see what’s on each week. Whether you’re on the hunt for an unusual ingredient, need advice on seasonal produce or want to know how to prepare you
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Neighbourhood: Chapel Street
Seek and ye shall find! Prahran is a treasure hunter’s paradise of vintage stores, upscale boutiques and emporiums. Chapel Street is a one-stop shop with specialty stores selling just about everything. The famous Chapel Street Bazaar has so many curious and vintage knick-knacks that you will feel as if you're in a huge and busy museum. By contrast, at the northern end of Chapel Street, South Yarra and Windsor cater to high-end designer labels and exclusive boutiques. The community flocks to Prahran’s organic markets as a Saturday ritual, while art and film students leaf through vinyl LPs on Greville Street. The gay community also has a strong presence here. Prahran’s heritage buildings like the Reads Emporium and Prahan arcade offer a grand sense of scale and history. No matter your interest, come feel the pulse of one of Melbourne’s most loved precincts.
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Readytogo77
Sydney, Australia79 contributions
So much variety!
Nov. 2023 • Family
Visited these markets for the first time and was very impressed with the variety of fresh produce, meat and seafood available under one roof. The kitchenware store there was very well stocked with almost anything you could wish for. Would definitely return on my next visit to the area.
Written 7 November 2023
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Lucas M
Bali, Indonesia2 contributions
Great market for fresh groceries in the area
Oct. 2023 • Solo
I stayed at a hotel right beside Prahran Market and it was very convenient to have fresh groceries that close.
There are plenty of options to choose from in the Market, fresh fruits, vegetables, great place for coffee and breakfast and also yummy lunch options.
The only downside it's they close around 5pm. Would be nice to have some night events with the market. But within my 2 week stay in Prahran, the market met all my expectations.
Written 20 October 2023
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MelBnotSpicey
Sydney, Australia2 contributions
A Prahran must
Aug. 2023 • Solo
Recently dropped by on a recent trip to Melbourne. I had not been before and was suitably impressed. Excellent selection of pies, meats, pasta, fresh fruit and vegetables. Great rejection of coffee vendors and dips and nibbles. Wonderful destination shopping.
Written 2 August 2023
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JnVSydney
Greater Sydney, Australia18,330 contributions
Foodies paradise.....
Jun. 2023
Located within an architecturally stunning building, (especially the facade), is home to the local, fresh fruit and vege market, the prices were are little exxie for our tastes, however, it was nice to stroll up and down the stands.
Written 14 July 2023
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Paul L
Hallam, Australia940 contributions
The sort of place listed in all the guidebooks.
Jun. 2023 • Solo
Prahran market is located - amazingly enough - in the inner city suburb of Prahran. The best public transport option is probably just the train to Prahran itself and then it's a short walk to the market.

It's the sort of place that has that farm-to-plate vibe about it and it has specialty stores selling everything from cheeses to the sort of meats that you don't see even in the specialist butchers much anymore. It's the sort of market that's entertaining to wander about even if you have no intention of buying anything. There are some areas where you can sit and eat and the place lacks the tatty air of the rear area of Victoria Markets north of the CBD.

Definitely worth a look if you are in the area.
Written 20 June 2023
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Mats K
Melbourne, Australia3 contributions
Love markets!
Jan. 2023 • Solo
So nice to buy food in a marketplace and it seems that they has a high quality and a wide range of products.

Love that they have organic products!!!
Written 26 April 2023
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bobjanh
Brisbane, Australia2,179 contributions
Good undercover market
Nov. 2022 • Couples
Easily accessible by train, Prahran Markets offer an interesting foodie experience. Located in as historical precinct, interesting architecture, there are plenty of stalls offering all sorts of produce: also plenty of interesting eating options including a good array of gluten free produce.

Worth a couple of hours of your time if in the near vicinity.
Written 14 March 2023
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Paul W
4 contributions
Foodie heaven
Dec. 2022
Cracking quality fresh fruit and veggies. Plus a wonderful selection of gourmet food options. A number of options for lunch also. A definite go to for a great food experience.
We stocked up for an apartment stay at St Kilda. Tram 72 up Commercial Road.
Written 21 December 2022
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,793 contributions
Great range of artisan food products
Oct. 2022
The Prahran Market is much loved by Melbourne's foodies. The Prahran Market hosts a great range of artisan food producers, just 10 minutes from the heart of Melbourne's CBD, in the City of Stonington. Traders willingly discuss the origins of their produce, much of which is organic. You can grab a bite at the delectable artisan bakeries and the flavorful eateries.
Written 23 October 2022
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MarjofromBrissie
Brisbane, Australia941 contributions
We were able to provision for the week
Apr. 2022 • Couples
This market was a joy to visit. There was great range of stalls where we were able to buy fresh pasta, meats, cheeses, fruit and vegetables. We also bought fresh pastries and filled rolls. We will definitely revisit when we are next in Melbourne.
Written 7 April 2022
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PrahranMarket
Thanks for the fantastic review! We're so pleased you were able to enjoy our Market and load up on tasty, fresh, quality ingredients for the week ahead. We hope you return to Melbourne again soon.
Written 25 April 2022
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Prahran Market is open:
  • Sun - Sun 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  • Tue - Tue 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thu - Sat 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
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