Life 14th June 2023 by Online editors

Eight Gorgeous Irish Markets To Visit This Summer

Up for a wander?

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Ireland in the summer – there’s nothing quite like it. What better way to spend a morning than wandering around seeing different stalls, picking up trinkets, and snacking on food samples. It’s the little things. We’ve put together a list of some markets around Ireland that are perfect to visit on a sunny day. Happy market hopping!

 

Howth Market, Dublin

 

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Located near the dart station in Dublin, this market is open on both Saturday and Sunday from 9AM to 6PM. You can find a collection of mini stands selling a variety of items from produce to handmade jewelry and antiques. Howth market is worth the dart journey, especially if you have no plans. 

Douglas Market, Cork

Open only on Saturdays from 10 to 2PM, this five star weekend market with over 3k followers on Instagram is connecting people from all over. Farmers, florists, even fishermen are selling. And the cutest part? This market even offers live music for your entertainment as you wander. Obsessed!

Kinvara Farmers Market, Galway

Kinvara Farmers’ Market is perfect for foodies, with a tonne of flavours all around from crusty bread and artisanal cheeses to fresh seafood. They’ve also got some great crafty bits, like ceramic earrings and beeswax candles. Open 10-2 every Friday! 

Farmers Market, Kilkenny

From cosmetics to china plates and fishing gear, Kilkenny market is one worth exploring if you are looking for some practical bits on a sunny Thursday between 9.30 to 2.30PM. They’ve got lots of lovely homewares and cosmetics, with a focus on sustainability. Plus plenty of fresh food too! 

Farmers Market, Carlow

Carlow’s farmers market is small, but is definitely worth the walk around. It’s situated in a beautiful area where you can grab a sample of wine from a handmade cup or freshly packed seasoning. (Cheese lovers will have a field day). Open every Saturday from 9 to 2PM. 

Galway Market, Galway

 

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Galway market is open to everyone on the weekends, starting bright and early at 8 on Saturdays and ending in the evening at 6PM, and opening on Sunday at noon and closing at 6PM. Galway offers a street long market crowded with both stands and corner shops you can enter, and they’ve got everything from art to house plants to delicious organic veggies. 

Marlay Park Market, Dublin

 

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If you’re looking to try something new, Marlay Park Market offers cultural foods from different parts of the world. If there has been something you’ve been dying to try, but haven’t found it in any of the local restaurants, check out this market. Plus there is a craft section in case you are looking for authentic goods or want to show your support for small businesses. Divine! You can visit the market 10AM through 4PM on both Saturday and Sunday..

Blackrock Market, Dublin

Located near the docks, Blackrock Market is open from 11am to 5:30pm including on the Bank Holiday. The market sells pretty much everything, from food to perfume, pottery, candles, soap and bath bombs. They also have a great vintage stall! It’s a must-visit.

Words by Alicia Maxwell

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