5 South African outdoor markets to try this summer
Shopping centres are becoming tired right? Also, there is nothing like to going out with the family on a Saturday to see what is on offer at a good old flea market. It gives the patron the opportunity to engage with the artisan and really get to know the person and the product they are making.
I Heart Market, Durban
For a few years now, I heart Market has been providing Durban, with a monthly market at the popular Moses Mabhida Stadium and offers patrons an assortment of arts, crafts, cakes and other delicious things to eat and drink. It’s also situated in an area of the city which is conducive to cycling, skateboarding and running and its proximity to other leading sporting stadiums in the city and the beaches makes it a popular Saturday morning destination. Visit their website for more information. Durban car hire supports a healthy amount of vehicles, make sure to have a look to find one that suits your needs best.
Greenmarket Square, Cape Town
This is one of the oldest markets in the country and is open daily from around 9 am until 5 pm. It’s been providing the city of Cape Town with its curious and trinkets for many years and today is famous for its African inspired arts, crafts, clothing and ornaments. It’s also a location of the city where a lot of action happens from buskers to tour operates to eccentric wanderers you’re likely to find them at Greenmarket square. Visit this website for more information. Cape Town has many forms of public transport, for more control over when and where you go, you might want to consider car rental Cape Town.
The Old Biscuit Mill – The Neighbourgoods Market, Cape Town
This weekly market was founded in 2006 and since then come rain or shine it’s been providing people of the Woodstock area a community-based initiative with the mandate to ‘revive and reinvent the Public Market as a civic institution’. The main objective seems to be, to give an opportunity to over 100 traders in various disciplines in the area of food, farmers and organic merchants. They also have live acoustic music. Visit The Old Biscuit Mill every Saturday to check it out. Also visit them here online.
Market on Main, Johannesburg
This weekly Sunday market focuses on both artisanal food and up and coming clothing designs from local fashion designers. It happens every Sunday in downtown Johannesburg and caters for a more discerning, upmarket clientele. The idea is all about creating more spaces within the city to bring people and cultures together. Visit their website for more information. Johannesburg is definitely one of the best cities in South Africa to explore, why not spend some time and visit car rental Johannesburg to find the perfect vehicle to explore with.
The Valley Market, Port Elizabeth
This is Port Elizabeth’s answer to Neighbourgoods Market of Woodstock in Cape Town. Here you will be treated to a similar vibe; however, this market largely revolves around artisan foods. They also focus quite heavily on bringing great live music to the Port Elizabeth area and their last event had chart-topping folk/pop artist Matthew Mole on the lineup. Visit their Facebook page for more. Port Elisabeth is also rich in cultural and heritage sites. We suggest you visit car hire to find a set of wheels to explore these majestic places!
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