This is a must in Thessaloniki. It's a very authentic market where locals buy produce, fish, seafood, and meat. The sights and smells are something you don't see everywhere in Europe, so it's quite an experience. The smell is overwhelming, with hints of fresh and raw seafood, meat, and other interesting products. I bought olives and I was not disappointed. There are some food joints where you can sit and have a more local experience.

As a tourist, I can say that this was a very authentic experience (not used to open markets like this in my country). Everything looked very nice and fresh though. A lot of meat and fish that smelled nice and looked tasty. Also a lot of other stuff and mostly olive oil and olives (quality that you can find only in places where they grow olives). Recommend visiting, you might find something you like.

Plenty of options and a wide variety of goods and services. Most people are very friendly and able to speak English if you don’t speak Greek.

Legendary place is the hearth of the city. Go in the morning and youl will love it

I really liked it: busy, colourful, not European :) I recommend it to anyone who wants a good Greek market atmosphere.

This market was much smaller than I was expecting. The stalls had closed by the time we reach there,3:00 and the great thing was that there was some great restaurant around, which gave this a great feel and ambiance of a country inn. BUT! You want to buy Greek preserves, like olives and the likes, then sell they were still on and we bought a basket of lovely olives

Fantastic place - not as vibrate or as large as Athens market but lots to see, lots of nooks & crannies to explore & restaurants/cafes dotted around. It’s a sprawling market, so make sure you explore all of it

My first time here, people were vere helpful, even took me to a nearby store to by cretan olives and oil. The butcher shops were impressive Many closed and empty shops, otherwise, and probably a reconstruction going on, it was dusty all over the place

I think that If you are exploring the city, you are obliged to visit the market. The products, delicious, spices, a lot kind of meats and fishes, local cosmetics with oil, noice people and unforgettable emotions all is here. Recommend to buy dried tomatoes and Halva. Located very near at Aristotle’s square. Also there are good taverns.

Mediterranean hustle and bustle. Charming spot.

A lot of non expensive clothes shops. I thought it's more a bazaar than a market, until we discovered an olive stand and a local taverna, right in the middle of the market. The food was great, and the atmosphere was relaxed.

The central open market, food, clothes and everything else you ll need.

Kapani market in Thessaloniki is a green market where you can enjoy in shopping local goods, vegetables and meat from Greece. Although I expected bigger market, with lot more green stuff, fruits and vegetables (have seen only 2 stands) this can be explored in a half hour. It's not full of people, we visited twice, Friday and more busy Saturday. One kilogram if olives starts from 3€/kg, up to 7-8€/kg, big can of 5 liter of extra virgine olive oil from Creta you can purchase for 22€. Lot of good and cheap meat, sausages, fishes, big squids, cheese, nuts, almonds, various spices, teas, but also stuff like souvenirs, clothes, stuff from China, It's all here. Sellers are not loud like in Italy, but you will enjoy local atmosphere. There is a coffee place where you can have cheap coffee, too.

Local markets are always so interesting to visit. Karani Market is an open air bazar. It offers a wide variety of local products, from meats, fishes, spices, and many others. The place is really interesting in the heart of Thessaloniky. Once you travel in this city, it is mandatory visiting this place! I give it my five stars

Real market experience. Besides the fresh fruit, vegetables, fish and meat, there were also souvenirs to buy.

An Interesting, colorful traditional market. There was ongoing construction so the place was quite dusty. We arrived 5 minutes to closing, which was at 4 pm according to the hrs on google yet most of the stores were still open with no signs of closing. Meat, seafood, clothing etc were on display. We enjoyed immersing ourselves in the this local mkt

This old traditional market is the everyday turning point of Thessaloniki. Housed in open air pedestrian streets and covered spaces it provides food and outfits of all kinds For city visitors can be the place reflecting local life and habits related especially with gastronomy

Very comfortable beds. You don’t pay for the bed only for drinks and food. Bit more expensive but no rip deal. The music is far to loud to relax.. We were there on a Sunday. Looks like it is a adults only place. One kid only. Exceptional for Sithonia.

Kapani Market is a bustling and historic market located in the heart of Thessaloniki, Greece. The market has been a staple of the city for centuries and is one of the most popular destinations for locals and tourists alike. The market's history dates back to the Ottoman Empire, when Thessaloniki was an important commercial hub. The market was established in the late 19th century and was named after the Ottoman word "Kapani," which means "covered market." The market was built to provide shelter for the city's merchants and their goods from the harsh weather conditions, and it quickly became a hub for trade and commerce. Today, Kapani Market is home to a wide variety of shops and stalls selling everything from fresh produce to clothing and jewelry. The market is divided into several sections, each specializing in a particular type of product. Visitors can explore the meat and fish sections, which are filled with stalls selling a wide variety of fresh meats, seafood, and cheeses. They can also browse the fruit and vegetable stands, which offer a colorful array of locally-grown produce. One of the highlights of Kapani Market is the lively atmosphere. The market is always busy, and the vendors are known for their friendly and welcoming nature. Visitors can expect to haggle over prices and sample some of the local delicacies, such as olives, feta cheese, and freshly-baked bread. Overall, Kapani Market is a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Thessaloniki. Its rich history and vibrant atmosphere make it a unique and unforgettable experience.

Authentic open market with a large variety of shops and even small traditional restaurants. There you'll find fresh fruit and vegetables, butcher and fish shops, clothing and accessories.

Get the full time-warp experience here. Even though it's primarily a giant butcher shop, it's not just fish and meat. If your stomach can't handle strong smells, don't go there after the day heats up.

Nice place full of energetic people. Lots of places with good food, topped by loads of history.

Amazing place for lunch and dinner. Very tasty with a local specialties served on modern way. Also you can combine it with a walk around the food market near by. Only bad thing that for sure you need a reservation before or to have patience to wait. Highly recommend.

Here you can find traditional food and fresh products. You can bring some souvenirs as well if you want. You definitely should visit this market if you will be it Thessaloniki.

Try exploring every street. Each has its own uniqueness. Nuts,olives,clothes and all meat can be found.

Best variety and quality olives in Thessaloniki center area , very friendly people family owned and operated, highly recommend this place ! They let you taste and they have a vacuum quality packaging available for the longer storage !!! 5++ stars

Pretty dirty. Fish could use more use to cool properly. Quite some shops & stands closed. Construction going on and road broken up. Seen better

The feel of a real market, with the sights and smells you'd expect. Look for the cats and kittens tolerated (and sometimes fed) by the shopkeepers. The natural way to ensure there are no rats anywhere in the market.

Very good quality for seriusly low prices. You can find almost anything at a discount, from detergents to spices and good wines. You just have to ask for directions, surely someone will point you to the right shop.

This market has everything. Your go to place if you want some head.😉

Great place if you want to know how Greek people live, what they eat, how they chose their grocery products, their meat, you can feel Greek for a time losing yourself through the crowds.

Lovely Greek market!

This is what tourist love, a number of narrow streets full with very old buildings and shops. All kind of stuf, leather, herbs, fish, meat, enz. Very very good👍👍👍👍👍👍

Lots good item around. But. Some seller need to learn more customer service proper communication. Not everyone theres few nice people as well .

You can find all types of local products at good prices. Interesting also for a walk & see tour, you can find shadow and cooling on the covered alleys. It can be busy sometimes.

Super lively with the biggest variety of olives, oregano and all other Greek spices / condiments you could possibly want!

Lovely traditional market.

In every town one of the most interesting places to visit is the market. It does not matter whether they are big or small, but they are always interesting to us. It is always the soul of the place. The Kapani (Vlali) Market is extremely interesting. It is Thessaloniki's oldest public market. We like to observe the people who visit the marketplace, the sellers who sell their products with great passion. The market is full of small shops selling textiles, shoes, home supplies, and flowers on one side. And on the other side richly supplied tables with fish, meat, various Greek cheeses, olive oil, olives, sweets, cakes and small tavernas... The richness of smells and flavors. It is located between the Eleftheriou Venizelou streets, Egnatia, Aristotelous and Ermou. In the center of the city. It's not hard to find it. History of this market is very interesting. Its name comes from the Turkish name "Kapan-i Galle", which means "grains market". When the Jewish moved to Thessaloniki, the Greek and Turkish influence gradually diminished. Thus smaller traders came to the fore and gradually gained strength. One of them was Egyptian merchants who established an Egyptian market within the Kapani Market. The market even in our days is having a mixed atmosphere of all the nationalities that lived in Thessaloniki through its history. For the travelers it is a highly recommended destination as it is a very interesting experience to walk inside it and buy traditional food products and various other products, handicrafts ..... And all at a cheap price.

The traditional central market of Thessaloniki. You will find vegetables,meat,olive oil, fish,clothes,shoes and whatever need a family in best prices,good quality. Also all tourists of the city must visit this place.

It was cool to see the market coming from the Caribbean. Massive assortment and kinds of fish.

Viktualienmarkt war gestern. Best fresh fish in thessaloniki. My favorite place to be.

Great food shops, tavers, and traditional products. Old, vintage Thessaloniki. Great bags, home equipment, and warm people make up a hidden gem next to Aristotelous Square.

Nice market with good selection of fresh produce, meats, fish and olives. Prices are higher compared to other markets but the location is great. Lots of restaurants and coffee shops close by so it’s worth a visit

The rather tourist orientated market place. A lot of local stuff. Fish and meat sections probably for those of strong stomachs. Great chease and olives. Some tourist souvenirs and a few places to drink a glass of beer or Retsina (local alcoholic drink based on wine).

Kapani is a tipical balkanic market, similar to the Turkish and Arabic bazaars, filled with a lot of small shops with almost anything you can imagine: meat, fish, seafood, clothes, bags, shoes, souvenirs, coffee shops, tavernas, and so on. The prices for non-food items are not so cheap as you'll espect, you'll find a lot of Made in China products, most of them fakes. But is nice to visit it, especially if you came from a Western country, is an excellent experience! :)

Great open market. Fresh meat, poultry, fish... We bought olives, all sorts of 100gr each. Also, hard white cheese - the typical Greek cheese. A must visit/shop, specially for the hard white cheese.

Beautiful and packed traditional Thessaloniki market. A must visit place for authentic olive oil and mountain tea.

It's a popular market. You can buy a lot of different local food, especially fish, olives, and feta cheese.

Once a week on Wednesday in Moudenia a beautiful market. Everything is there very fresh and cheap. Vegetables fruits fresh fish flowers wain and more...

Everything is cheaper here and for some reason you can't help but think also more fresh. Also. There are plenty of shops of all kinds. Noooot great with cards. Smells but you expect it to smell and it definitely is a part of the overall experience.

What an experience visit the wet market we've been going for nearly 40 years the Jewish sector is great. Bargains to be had get your cooking herbs for home and a short walk to central tourism sites.

I love going to traditional markets,this visit rated good ,as while searching for the best olive oil ,merchants offered tastings and suggestions, fun and i found an oil that i like. Suprised at limited number of fruit and vegtable stands,or other things for sale.this may soon be gone as a modern building,for a market,located a block away,is nearing completion soon.

Amazing market with lots of choice. Workers are extremely helpful