Goa offers the best sun, sand, surf, seafood, and shopping. The beaches and the lively shopping scenes are the major attractions of the state. The flea market is an integral part of Goa Tourism for experiencing the true Goa vibe.
The State is a paradise for Shopaholics all around the world, from street markets, and night markets to flea markets. You can have an amazing shopping experience in its flea and street market at a reasonable price. Hippie Outfits, leather products, souvenirs, antique handicrafts, bags, unique jewelry, hats, dry fruits, etc. are available at different marketplaces in Goa.
Here is a list of the top 10 flea markets and street markets in Goa:
1. Saturday Night Market, Arpora
Saturday Night Market, also known as Ingo’s Night Market in Arpora is the best flea market in Goa that attracts massive tourists- both Indian and Europeans.
There are several Live Shows and Music Events, food, drinks, and partying culture. The market offers a huge sale on stuff like clothing, shoes, home decor, antique jewelry, bags, decorative items, handicrafts, leather goods, and many more. The flea market offers many branded products and designer boutiques.
The flea market also offers a large street food section including Indian, Konkani, and Continental – Italian, Russian, Greek Cuisine, Seafood, roast chickens, etc. Many pubs and cocktail bars are also there.
The market is divided into three major zones:
- LOWER ZONE – Famous for European stalls selling exclusive outfits.
- CENTRAL ZONE – Famous for the food stalls and central field.
- UPPER ZONE- Famous for the boutiques and Designer Stall.
Location: Aguada-Siloim Road near Chauranghinath Temple, Arpora, Goa.
Opening Time: November to April every Saturday- Sunday (4 PM- 3 AM)
2. Anjuna Flea Market
It is one of the must-visit shopping places in North Goa. The history of this market emerged as the smoking jumbo joint by hippies, but it is now a full-fledged market.
There are a lot of shopping options, food & beverages, and live music to chill. The shopping place is famous for junk jewelry, sculptures, funky artifacts, Indian handicrafts, modern outfits, ethnic clothing, and whatnot. The Anjuna market is the best place to look for Tibetan and Nepali goods.
It is a treasure for shopaholics but bargain as much as you can.
Location: Anjuna Beach, North Goa
Opening Time: November till April every Wednesday 9.00 AM – 7.00 PM
3. Mackie’s Saturday Night Bazaar
Mackie’s night bazaar is one of the exciting shopping places situated at the banks of River Baga. It is the most famous attraction for tourists all over the world to spend Saturday night.
The market offers a unique experience of live music along with a dance floor performed by local bands.
The market has hundreds of stalls selling beautiful eco-friendly items, handicrafts, bags, gift items, carpets, trendy beachwear, clothing, etc. The market serves authentic Goan food, Chinese and Tibetan food along with beer. It is a perfect market for foodies. There are also many restaurants and places to party nearby.
A piece of advice for shopaholics is to bargain as much as you can.
Location: Arpora-Baga Road, Baga Beach, North Goa
Opening Time: every Saturday from 8.00 AM to 9.00 PM
4. Mapusa Friday Bazaar
Mapusa is a popular marketplace in Goa to spend time with family, friends, or solo. The place is quite crowdy but it’s worth visiting and purchasing at a reasonable rate. Every Friday, the market hosts an amazing variety of textile items, handicrafts, and Goan pottery.
The Mapusa market is well known for its fresh fruits, jewelry, pottery, spice, carpet shops, and many more. The market is also famous for its local food products like pickles, dried fish, Goan chorizo, sausage products, etc.
Location: Mapusa, North Goa
Opening Time: Every Friday from 8.00 AM to 7 PM
7 AM till Midnight.
5. Calangute Market Square
Calangute Market Square or Calangute Bazaar is a street market alongside Calangute Beach. It is one of the famous and richest markets throughout Goa.
You can have sarongs and trinkets made out of seashells at Calangute Bazaar.
The market hosts many stalls and shacks selling clothes, beachwear, sea shell, handicrafts, carpets, and seafood with beer. The place offers several items and accessories made up of clay, leather, or metal. Fried pawns are a popular dish for seafood lovers.
Location: Calangute Beach, Calangute, Goa
Opening Time: Every Saturday from 6.30 AM till 12 PM
6. Panjim Market
The Panjim Market is a paradise for shopaholics and a great place for tourists to take back Goa’s famous cashew nuts, port wine, spices, and curry pastes. The market is famous for food articles Dry fruits, cashews, local spices, and wines.
The Panjim market is the largest market with street shops, malls, and a variety of eateries.
The marketplace of Goa gives a unique experience to tourists.
Location: Panjim city, Panaji, Goa
Opening Time: All days from 8 AM till late evening.
7. Le Souk
Le Souk by Amarya Group is Goa’s first luxury street market selling expensive clothing at Ashwem beach every day.
It is an open-air beachside bazaar selling clothes by Indian as well as international designers in tents.
It is the only marketplace that sells brands in roadside tents in the shade of coconut groves. Check out Nappa Dori, Shades of India, and Jonas G for unique designs in Goa.
Location: Ashwem Beach
Opening Time: Every day from 10 AM till 8 PM
8. MMC Market
MMC Market also known as Gandhi market is one of the most popular and liveliest marketplaces with locals as well as tourists in South Goa. It is a tiny but dense marketplace with a rush and busy crowd.
The market sells apparel, household, handmade soaps, groceries, cosmetics, shoes, bags, accessories, spices, etc. The place also has fresh fruits and vegetables, dry fruits, and bakery items. This is a wholesale market for cashews and other foodstuffs at low cost.
Location: Margao, South Goa
Opening Time: All days from 8 A to 8.30 PM
9. Tibetan Market
It is one of the most famous Flea markets near Baga Beach. Tibetan Market on Baga Road has hundreds of shops selling clothes, jewelry, leather products, and many more useful items.
Good bargaining skills will help you shop at low prices. Tibetan market comes to life as the sun goes down and the entire marketplace is lit up with lamps in the evening.
Location: Calangute-Baga Road, Khobra Waddo, Baga
Opening Time: Every day from 9 AM to 9.30 PM
10. Colva Beach Market
Colva Beach Market is a popular marketplace in South Goa. The Beach market is famous for street shopping. The market opens every day offering an ideal experience of the shopping culture of Goa. The place offers a unique collection of accessories, shoes, bags, and hippie outfits. The tourists can also take back souvenirs for their loved ones.
The marketplace seems extremely beautiful with bright lights at sunset.
Location: Colva beachside
Opening Time: Every day from 8 AM to 8 PM
Here is some further Goa information:
- 12 Most Famous North Goa Places
- Top 10 Destinations to Stay in North Goa
- South Goa 10 Super Exciting Places To Visit
- 10 Popular Things to Do in South Goa
- South India’s Top 10 Places to Stay
- 15 Most Beautiful Beaches in Goa
- Goa’s Most Popular Sunset Points
- 10 Things You Need to Know Before Visiting Goa for the First Time
