Australia Tourist AttractionsQueen Victoria Market, Melbourne
This the the largest open-air market in the entire southern hemisphere, and the perfect place to people watch, sightsee, and peruse a variety of merchandise. Visit it at night when it turned into a modern Arabian Nights bazaar, and be a part of an institution in Melbourne that dates back over 130 years. This historic site has a cosmopolitan, vibrant atmosphere and is a hotspot for many Melburnians. Almost half of the wares for sale are fresh produce, including meat, chicken, seafood, fresh fruit and vegetables and delicatessen products. The rest of the Market holds a variety of unique specialty goods that make it a real treasure. Queen Victoria Market is divided into Market Precincts: Elizabeth Street Shops, Vic Market Place Food Court, the Deli Hall, Organics, The Meat Hall, General Merchandise, Fruit and Vegetables, F shed laneway, Victoria Street Shops and the Wine Market, making it easy to find exactly what you need to make anything from a simple picnic to a sumptuous meal. Take your time and tour the market with either a self-guided tour or with a knowledgable tour guide for a true sense of Melbourne.
Queen Victoria Market is situated on the corner of Victoria and Elizabeth Streets in the Melbourne CBD and is easily accessed by foot, car, train, tram or bus.
Both Fresh Produce including meat, fruit & vegetables and General Merchandise stalls are open on all trading days.
Management Office Address
513 Elizabeth Street
Melbourne VIC 3000
Phone: 03 9320 5822
Fax: 03 9328 2710
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The Market hours are:
Tuesdays, 6am to 2pm
Thursdays, 6am to 2pm
Fridays, 6am to 5pm (General Merchandise to 4pm)
Saturdays, 6am to 3pm
Sundays, 9am to 4pm