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Queen Victoria Market

It may have been established in 1878, but this Melbourne institution is still moving with the times
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Time Out says

The open-air Queen Victoria Market is loud and proud, packed with veteran stallholders who are passionate about fresh produce (and are happy to tell you about it). It's popular with locals as their go-to for fresh fruit, veggies, meat and an outstanding variety of dairy and small goods, but has also become something of a 'must visit' for tourists. 

And why not? With a huge number of stalls selling clothes, accessories and other bric-a-brac, the markets have evolved into more than just the place to get your weekly shop. Cafés line the market's outskirts and are usually heaving with brunchers every weekend. Be mindful of Queen Vic's opening hours before visiting (it's closed Monday and Wednesday) and be sure to get a hot jam doughnut before you leave. 

In summer and winter, be sure to visit the Night Markets, held every Wednesday evening. Here, the market takes on a new guise as a hub for designers, food trucks and live performances.

RECOMMENDED: How to do Queen Vic Market like a pro.

Details

Address
Cnr Elizabeth & Therry Sts
Melbourne
3000
Transport:
Nearby stations: Melbourne Central; Flagstaff
Opening hours:
Tue, Thu-Fri 6am-3pm; Sat 6am-3pm; Sun 9am-4pm

What’s on

Donut Festival at Queen Victoria Market

Prepare to enter the pearly gates of doughnut heaven, sweet Melburnians. Queen Victoria Market's free Donut Festival is returning for a special edition from November 1-2. Back by popular demand after a hugely successful event in May, Melbourne's most dough-licious creators and bakers are returning  with plenty more sugary delights that will have all your cravings satisfied. The lip-smacking line-up includes Jamm'd Dessert Bar with their hot Danish dougnuts; chewy mochi bites from Mochimelb; churro bowls with creamy vanilla ice cream from Churro Kitchen; deliciously sweet loukomades from St. Gerry's; and G-Free Donuts with tasty options for the gluten-free crowd. And for those of you who just love a classic ringed doughnut with a dusting of cinnamon, Walker's Doughnuts is bringing the goods.  This free weekend-long fest is all about indulging in everybody's favourite deep-fried treat, whether you like yours simple and iced or loaded with decadent toppings. There will also be live music, roving performers and circus acts to keep the sugar high going. The Donut Festival is happening from 9am to 4pm, so all you need to do is head to the C and D sheds (Peel Street end) with your mates and a will to indulge.  For more info, head to the Queen Vic Market website. For more sugar-dusted inspo, check out our list of Melbourne's best patisseries.
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