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Markets on Crete - when and where?

Weekly markets in Crete are an integral part of daily life and a real experience for anyone who wants to discover the island in an authentic way. Whether fresh fruit and vegetables, aromatic herbs, regional cheese, olive oil, fish, honey or handmade products – Cretan markets offer a colourful variety of local produce directly from the producers.

On this page, you will find a handy overview of when and where the weekly markets in Crete take place. The markets usually start early in the morning and end around midday.

A visit to a weekly market is not only worthwhile for fresh food, but also for the special atmosphere. Among the market stalls, you can feel the warm atmosphere of the locals, experience Cretan hospitality and discover specialities that are not available in any supermarket.

Whether you want to cook for yourself or simply enjoy the Cretan way of life, weekly markets are the ideal place to discover regional products and get in touch with the local people.

Markets in Chania

Mondays: 06.00 am - 1.00 pm
Pl. Ioannou Sfakianaki 


Thursdays: 06.00 am - 1.00 pm
Monis Gonias


Saturdays: 06.00 am - 1.00 pm
Odos Minoos near the eastern fortress wall

Markets in Rethymno

Mondays: 06.00 am - 2.00 pm
In the car park on the Kosti Palama/Xilouri road


Thursdays: 06.00 am - 2.00 pm
In the car park next to the city park


Saturdays: 06.00 am - 2.00 pm
in the car park next to the bus station

Markets in Heraklion

Tuesdays: von 7:00 am  bis 1:00 pm
Kolokotroni Street


Wednesdays: 06.00 am - 13.00 pm
Eleutheriou Venezeliou


Fridays: 06.00 am - 1.00 pm
Kountouriotou Street

Markets in Lasithi

Agios Nikoloas
Wednesdays: 07.00 am - 13.00 pm
Next to the hospital


Ierapetra
Saturdays: 07.00 am - 3.00 pm
Al. Papagou 24

Markets Messara

Timbaki
Fridays: 08.00 am - 2.00 pm
On the main road


Mires
Saturdays: 06.00 am - 1.00 pm
On the main road


Kalimari
Sundays: 08.00 am - 2.00 pm
At the crossroads between Kamilari and Kalamaki