Queen Victoria Market is one of the most popular places not only for tourists but especially for locals.

At over 7 hectares, it is the largest marketplace in the southern hemisphere.

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The market was built gradually from 1860 and was completed to its present form in 1878.

Hundreds of stalls selling all sorts of

Queen Victoria Market offers visitors a diverse mix of goods.

Food stalls, particularly fresh vegetables, fruit, fish, cold cuts and cheese, make up the main section. However, you will also find packaged foods.

A significant part of the market is made up of stalls selling books, flowers and clothes, but there are also stalls selling souvenirs for tourists.

Entrance fees and opening hours

There is no charge to enter the market.

The market remains closed on Mondays and Wednesdays.

• Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - open 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
• Saturday - open 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Sunday - open 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Detailed and up-to-date information: qvm.com.au/visit-us.

Night Market

Every spring, on Wednesdays, the market gates open for night markets, usually from 5pm to 10pm.

Always check the official website for exact dates: thenightmarket.com.au.

How to get there

The market is located in the north of the Central Business District and is within easy walking distance of attractions such as:

• Old Melbourne Gaol
• Royal Exhibition Building

Near Queen Victoria Market are the following public transport stops:

• Tram 58 - Queen Victoria Market/Peel St.
• Tram 19, 57, 59 - Queen Victoria Market

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