Adelaide Central Market, produce market in Adelaide, South Australia
Adelaide Central Market is a large covered market in the city center with over 70 traders operating under one roof. Inside you find fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, seafood, cheeses, baked goods, and specialty foods, with cafes and restaurants located around the edges.
The market was founded in 1869 as City Markets and opened on January 23 of that year, with over 500 people attending on the first day and all stock sold by 6 a.m. Over more than 150 years, it has remained a core part of city life and continues to serve the local community.
The market brings together people from many backgrounds who buy and sell food here, creating a space where culinary traditions meet daily life. Vendors share their knowledge about ingredients and cooking with shoppers, making it a place where food connects the community.
The market opens from 7 a.m. Tuesday through Friday, closing between 5:30 and 8 p.m. depending on the day, and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visitors have free parking, free WiFi access, public toilets, and accessible facilities for people with disabilities or mobility needs.
Every three weeks a new artisan pop-up stall called Producer in Residence gives local makers a chance to show and sell their special products. Products bearing the Market Made logo indicate they are made right in the market area by local producers.
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