Markets in Rome

Markets in Rome, Italy—from the bric-a-brac at Porta Portese to the flowers of Campo de' Fiori

Porta Portese Market ★

Even if you buy nothing, this giant mercato dei pulci—why is it called a "flea market" in every language?—is a carnival of sights, sounds, and smells (don't worry, mostly of roasting corn). This is the Big Mamma of Roman flea markets. Not to be missed... » more

Campo de' Fiori ★

Rome's morning flower and produce market fills a piazza at the very heart of the centro storico; by the lunch hour it is ringed with traditional trattorie; by evening the pubs open and the square transforms yet again into a major hub of Rome's nightlife scene... » more

San Giovanni Clothing Market

The Via Sannio market is best place to pick up inexpensive new and cut-rate used clothing and outfit yourself like a true Roman. You can also pick up cheap army surplus in case you need an extra pack, sleeping bag, or tent)... » more

Mercato delle Stampe

Old and antique books, prints, maps, and stamps in a small group of booths and shops at Largo della Fontanella Borghese (between the Pantheon and Ara Pacis). Mon–Sat 9:30am–6pm.

Antiques and artisan markets

Borghetto Flaminio

One of the most noted of the antiques markets, operating every Sunday (except in August) in a small courtyard off the Via Flaminia, a few blocks north of Piazza del Popolo.
Piazza della Marina 32, tel. +39-06-588-0517. Sundays 10am–7pm (not in August).

Mercatino di Ponte Milvio

Antiques market operating the second and third Sunday of each month (except August) with a market of artisan crafts taking over on the third Sunday of each month.
Piazzale di Ponte Milvio, near Torretta Valadier tel. 39-06-854-1461. 9am–8pm.

Antiquariato a Piazza Verdi

Antiques on display the fourth Sunday of each month.
Piazza Giuseppe Verdi, tel. +39-06-855-2723 or 06-855-2773. 9am–sunset.

Tips & links

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