The 5 Best Paris Flea Markets To Find A Vintage Bargain 

Looking for the best Paris flea markets to pick up a bargain? The Paris Teachers Club has you covered! 

Paris has it all. Landmarks, art, culture, food, world class shopping. But our shopping spree destinations don’t just end at our world renowned department stores. Paris is also one of the best locations on the planet if you’re a lover of flea markets. In fact, the term “flea market” was coined in our city and some of the still-existing markets date back centuries! 

Whether you’re hunting for vintage Chanel, first edition classic books, antique homewares, one-off jewellery or simply looking for the perfect place to enjoy an afternoon strolling in the city, the Paris flea markets are waiting!

This week on the Paris Teachers Club blog, we list our five favourite Paris flea markets, what to expect at each and how to get there.

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1. Marché aux Puces de St-Ouen (Saint Ouen Flea Market) 

Address: 99 All. des Rosiers, 93400 Saint-Ouen-sur-Seine

Opening hours: Saturdays, Sunday and Mondays (10am to 5pm)

Nearest Metro station: Porte de Clignancourt

The largest of all Paris flea markets – Saint Ouen Flea Market is often simply referred to as “The Paris Flea Market”. In fact, many consider it the largest flea market in the entire world – so you’re in for a treat! This sprawling market is actually comprised of 15 distinct markets within one mega-market in Paris’ north, with 2500 stalls across a site so large you can even join guided tours! Rumour has it that the term “flea market” originated at this ginormous site, when stall holders once sold their wares “fleas and all”. 

“Loved this. The whole area is full of different markets that are hidden off the street. There are indoor and outdoor ones. A good place to explore and find fun treasures. Most of the stuff was overpriced, but you can negotiate the prices with the shop owners.” – Adison 

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2. The Marche aux Puces de la Porte de Vanves (Porte de Vanves Flea Market)

Address: 4 Av. Georges Lafenestre, 75014 

Opening hours: Saturdays and Sundays (7am to 2pm) 

Nearest Metro station: Porte de Vanves 

A beloved flea market in Paris, Porte de Vanves Flea Market is a convenient destination for visitors, as it’s the only flea market in the centre of the city. A relaxed market with endless bargains to discover – including vintage jewellery, clothing and collectibles – Porte de Vanves Flea Market boasts nearly 400 stalls. It’s the ideal destination for a bargain-hunting weekend jaunt!  

“Superb down to earth flea market. Be prepared to barter, as traders have high prices for visitors. You can find some real gems here.” – Rufus 

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3. Les Puces de la Porte de Montreuil (Montreuil Flea Market)

Address: Av. de la Prte de Montreuil, 75020

Opening hours: Mondays, Saturdays and Sundays (8am to 6:30pm)

Nearest Metro station: Porte de Montreuil

A weekend institution on the outskirts of the 20th arrondissement, the Montreuil Flea Market is one of the oldest Paris flea markets. A mecca for second-hand clothing, artwork, books and furniture, the market has started branching out into selling new wares too. You’ll be hard pressed not to find what you’re looking for at this winding array of stalls. 

“Less of a market for tourists, this is a large and busy market selling a lot of fake perfumes, handbags and shoes amongst other second hand, handmade and cheaper quality items. Felt safe walking through and people were friendly and smiling.” – Tahlia  

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4. Les Bouquinistes de Paris

Address: Bords de Seine – du Pont Marie au quai Voltaire, 75004

Opening hours: Daily (11am until dusk) 

Nearest Metro station: Palais-Royal Musée du Louvre

A visit to the Paris Bouquinistes (Paris booksellers) is a rite of passage for any new visitor to the city – and locals too! Selling vintage books along the banks of the Seine from their 226 recognisable book boxes, these merchants are a tradition in Paris that dates back to the 16th century. Rifling through the wares of the bouquinistes, you’ll be guaranteed to find a pre-loved book with a tale of all its own.

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5. Rue d’Aligre Flea Market

Address: Pl. d’Aligre, 75012 

Opening hours: Open every day except Mondays (8am until 3pm)

Nearest Metro station: Ledru-Rollin

A more compact and cosy – yet authentic – Paris flea market than our aforementioned selections, the Rue d’Aligre Flea Market is a recommended destination if you like shopping for fresh and artisan produce while also picking up some secondhand finds. With reasonably-priced vintage wares being sold alongside speciality French food, this flea market has the added benefit of being open almost every day and easy to reach. It’s just five minutes drive or fifteen minutes on foot from the Place de la Bastille. 

“The market is great. An amazing location and lots of treasure to sort through. Close enough to the food stalls and indoor stands as well as Ble Sucre which is one of my favourite boulangeries in Paris.” – Lo 

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