Arles is famous for its ancient monuments and its Encounters with Photography. But the markets are certainly the best way to meet the people of Arles, and to immerse yourself in the authentic and welcoming atmosphere of a city with many riches.
Arles Markets
The saturday market
Every Saturday morning, Arles hosts one of the most beautiful markets in Provence. On two kilometers, many fairgrounds, market gardeners, cheese makers, craftsmen offer many items.
Food products are in the spotlight on the Boulevard des Lices, and customers can taste and buy fruits and vegetables from Provence (apricots, peaches, melons, zucchinis, tomatoes…), regional specialties, sweets, jams, lavender or garrigue honeys, olive oil, wine produced in the region… A farmers’ market set up on the esplanade welcomes local producers in organic or sustainable agriculture.
Opposite the food stalls, still on the Boulevard des Lices, the stalls present many handicrafts: jewelry, accessories, unusual creations, fabrics…
Retailers specializing in ready-to-wear, fashion clothing and accessories, and fairgrounds offering bazaar items are located on Boulevard Georges Clémenceau.
The flower market, finally, offers a symphony of colors and perfumes in the shade of the trees on boulevard Emile Combes.
- Days : Saturday morning
- Address: Boulevard Georges Clémenceau, Boulevard des Lices, Boulevard Émile Combes
The Wednesday market
The Arlesians meet at the market on Wednesdays on Boulevard Emile Combes. The Wednesday market is divided into two areas: the southern part of the boulevard is reserved for clothing and ready-to-wear accessories, while the stalls further north offer a wide variety of foodstuffs with fruit, vegetables, regional products…
- Days: Wednesday Morning
- Address: Boulevard Emile Combes
Antique Fairs
Once a month, antique enthusiasts meet in Arles. The Brocante fair welcomes many antique dealers and presents many finds and some real treasures. Antique furniture, paintings, bronzes, old books, postcards, knick-knacks, jewelry, antique linen and many other wonders can be found there.
- Days: First Wednesday of the month
- Address : Boulevard des Lices
Practical information
We propose you a selection of the markets of Arles. Other events are regularly organized, on the occasion of the end of year festivities. Furthermore, the information on this page is given for information only and is subject to change. For further information, you can contact the local Tourist Office.
