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Edinburgh Markets (Edinburgh, Scotland, UK)



The historic markets in Edinburgh are full of character and atmosphere. Edinburgh's bustling markets are an integral part of Edinburgh's local life and the markets in Edinburgh provide the perfect place to find genuine bargains in Edinburgh. The Edinburgh markets are also an interesting place to browse and markets in Edinburgh feature a large and varied selection of market stalls, situated in central Edinburgh and also in quieter areas of Edinburgh.

Markets in Edinburgh provide a particularly enjoyable way to shop, for both experienced and novice market bargain hunters in Edinburgh. It is worth noting that most market stands in Edinburgh do not usually accept credit cards for purchases. Prices at Edinburgh markets are not generally fixed and so friendly market haggling is often a good idea, to try and reduce the price. Here are some of the main markets in the Edinburgh area that are worth visiting during your stay in Edinburgh.




Edinburgh Markets: Edinburgh Farmers' Market - Castle Terrace, South Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH1, Scotland, UK
The Edinburgh Farmers' Market attracts more than 40 specialist producers, selling an enormous range of local Edinburgh produce, much of which is organic. This includes meat, fish, lobster when in season, free-range chickens, duck and quail eggs, cheeses, and fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables. Also, some producers at the Edinburgh Farmers' Market also offer chutneys, bread and liqueurs.
Market open: first and third Saturday each month - 09:00 to 14:00

Edinburgh Markets: New Street Indoor Market - Waverley Car Park, New Street, Old Town, Edinburgh, EH8, Scotland, UK
Edinburgh's New Street Indoor Market is completely under cover and is normally crammed full with market traders, selling a wide range of market goods. This Edinburgh market is particularly popular at Christmas time, with many genuine bargains.
Market open: Sunday - 10:00 to 16:00

Edinburgh Markets: Ingliston Market - off Glasgow Road (A8), West Edinburgh, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
With around 100 traders, Edinburgh's Islington Market sells mostly clothes, household and electrical goods, and general market bric-a-brac in an outdoor field. There is also a popular car boot sale next to the market, with up to 200 cars, depending on the Edinburgh weather.
Market open: Sunday - 10:00 to 16:00

Edinburgh Markets: Greenside Place Car Boot Sale - Leith Street, Broughton, Edinburgh, EH1, Scotland, UK
Greenside Place Car Boot Sale is located in Edinburgh's Leith area and has room for up to 200 market-type stalls. This thriving Edinburgh car boot sale is run by a mixture of professional market traders and locals selling unwanted possessions, and the Greenside Place Car Boot Sale become a Mecca for bargain hunters in the Edinburgh area.
Market open: Sunday - 10:00 to 14:00

 
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