Great experience on the Fri-Sun and Wednesdays that the market is open for. Worthwhile getting in early and taking your time coming down all the aisles. Plenty of amazing prepared food ready to go and lots of fresh fruit, veg, butchers and fish mongers to try out. Some great oyster bars and sashimi bars to get your hands on super fresh seafood. So much delicious food, you'll need to be rolled out of there!

A lovely area to shop. Naturally great to get the fresh and good qualities of groceries. Plus there are many lovely bistros, cafes, bakeries etc. inside and outside of the market, so I could enjoy the nice drinks and dishes as well while I'm shopping. And various kinds of shops are located near the market, it's quite covenient and fun.

I enjoyed this market a lot more. Especially I love the oyster bar where I found a great bargain again with oyster, lobster and prawn. The market closed at 4pm and you can find the real bargain when come close to 4pm. Small market to buy groceries including daily wine. Found a seafood restaurant and enjoy the meal there too!

One of the best markets if not THE BEST in Melbourne. Super clean. Doesn't smell bad. Food selection is on point. Everything is so fresh. Everyone is super helpful. It was a great. Definitely go if you want a nice market experience.

In every country there's bound to be a market and eatery crowd and tourist magnet. In Melbourne CBD, this is one of a handful of them that's worth a visit. Don't be daunted by the crowd. Walk around and savour the smell of whatever is cooking or buy whatever produce that's in season. Good accessibility with public transport nearby. Dine in the food hall or alfresco.

Personally the best market in Melbourne. Always lots of fun and plenty of cheap eats on offer. The highlights for me would be the South Melbourne market Dim Sims, the oyster bars & the bakeries which sell everything at half price at 3pm! Parking can be a pain but that’s probably the only complaint here. On a sunny day, it’s hard to pick a better place then here.

Great market to go to especially during the weekend. Alternative option to Victoria Market. Opening hours 8am-4pm Fri-Sun and Wed. Rooftop car parking first 2 hours free on wed, fri or before 10am on weekend. Otherwise, $2/hour. Plenty of parking on the side roads too but they are full pretty quickly. Many shops for food, groceries especially fresh fruits, veggies and seafoods. Plenty of cafeterias or dessert places. Mama Tran dumpling here is great too. Highly recommend their crystal prawn dumpling. Best I have ever eaten. There is a food hall in the market too but the food is just so so.

Great Market for all your needs.. definitely Great for fruits and Veggies.. plus a lot of options to eat as well.. a complete under cover area with food stalls.. Plus you get great shopping options like a flea market.. Must visit this busy and beautiful place.

I prefer the Victoria Farmers market. This one was a bit too small and seemed overly focused on goods instead of foods and agricultural products. I like it because you can find and support the entrepreneurs and small business owners but the main food market was like a grocery store and then the other food sales and some small goods shops and restaurants weren't accessible from the inside, you had to circle the building to get to them. The mall section and a seafood restaurant and coffee shop they had were really nice. I'd say stick with Victoria Farmers Market if trying to decide. But both are better than only supporting Coles and Woolworths.

Love the vibe here. Easy access via tram (for tourist). You can get really good foods like seafood, pastries, coffee here! As their closing time is 4pm, the foods in most of the popular food store might sold out around 3 or 3:30. So be there earlier 😄

I usually go to the Vic Market but I've started trekking across the city on the 96 tram. Some really good produce and definitely better food places than the Vic Market. The best range of oysters I've seen in Melbs. Friendly and relatively compact. The surrounding commercial area is pretty great

somehow oyster and other seafood are way better than Queen Victoria Market. Freshly opened oysters are miles better. Did not take a picture but the ‘Best Lobster roll‘ outside the market is really good.

Popular with locals and tourists. Wide variety of fresh seafood, meat, cheeses and pasta and many other things like shops selling pots and pans, florists, clothing. The eateries offered a great variety of food too.

Sunday morning market is a must. Great place to walk around and enjoy the atmosphere. Great food, great stalls. It has the most amazing food stores everything you want to eat . Great clothes stores.

Absolutely worth a visit, especially the food hall, where you can find some top quality produce, including organic meats and an oyster bar. Incredible pies and tarts. Then have a coffee at Padre. And don't forget to try the famous Sth Melbourne dim sims, located outside on the street amongst the street cafes. There were so many good things, just GO!!

Fresh local eatery. Fresh Seafood such as fresh shucked oysters, King fish, Salmon and much more. Also,Meats, Deli and Fresh vegetables More compact than Queen Victoria Market. Not enough parking spaces. Please be aware of parking.

Awesome Market with wide range of stalls and food options. Good court, stalls under cover with toilets and places to test. Great for fruits and veggies, baked goods, deli cheeses and meats, household items and gifts. Visit rain or shine. Good public transport links.

Excellent market. Great variety of good quality stores. The good ones are excellent. Not only staple food (fruit, veg, butchers) also good bakeries, deli’s, health food stores, florists etc. fantastic market, well run.

Ralph's meat are a great team. Fantastic service and meat thank you

Much better than Queen Victoria Market. Food is better quality and the people are nicer ? We keep going back for the sashimi grade seafood ?

Variety.... freshness....friendly.... different

So much choice and such high quality. If not the best markets in Australia, I’d love to know what is. The food was fresh, the smell was fantastic, the service first class. Am absolute must for anyone coming to Melbourne. As a bonus there is a pamphlet with information for a short tour of the surrounding block that was well worth the time.

South Melbourne market is the best place to go to on a Sunday afternoon! I usually visit the coffee place first inside the market, pick up some hot croissants then stroll down to grab some fresh oyster and fish. Then on the way out pick up some homemade lasagne to bring home for dinner. 😁

Love this market , handy carpark on top, great food, coffee, quality meat and veggies etc, nice atmosphere, clean restrooms. The only negative is all the roundabouts on the corners around the market, car drivers at times impatient and speeding. Can’t wait for lockdown to end and the market to fully open again.

One of the more enjoyable market in Melbourne. Although it is much smaller than QV Market, the atmosphere is livelier. Music, coffee, fruits, seafood, nuts etc etc. Come here on empty stomach as one definitely will succumb to the alluring temptations of the food choices.

Great market, plenty to see and eat from deli, organic meat, vegetables, patisserie, clothes, cleaning products, homeware - everything! Basically got off the tram from the city and walked up the stairs and there was the markets. The food was great here! Plenty of people around.

A Grid planned Marketplace for a nice day out, have a meal or buy stuff you need, the place got it all. Please do visit the awesome stores like Rita's Coffee and Nuts, Gewurzhaus a specialty grocery shop for all your needs. I would suggest visiting the information kiosk and getting a map for better navigating the beautiful market.

Oysters oysters oysters galore! So many different small seafood places. You can't go wrong with any of them they all look amazing. Oysters were around $2 each or $20 for a dozen. Found uni at one of the little seafood places too which my partner really enjoyed. Market is jam-packed with all kinds of various food stands and little shops. It's a fun time.

I really love this market. It offers a variety of good food and items inside. They even have a toy and board game store, which my partner loves! During lunchtime, it can get quite busy, so be aware of the crowds and queues if you plan to grab some food!

A very enjoyable market with a wide variety of unique and niche shops (for example, a shop offering printed poster of your scanned iris). There is an excellent choice of food (a highly popular croissant shop) not just in the market but at the external perimeter of the market as well. The roasted nuts shop is amazing. The freshly roasted honey coated macadamia large pack is $24 while the honey roasted cashews large pack is $18 and they are both extremely fragrant. Fresh vegetables, fruits, meat and seafood are also available (there's a shop selling lots of fresh seafood including lobsters, Queensland XL tiger prawns, local scallops and many options of fresh fish.

Awesome selection of food and fresh produce. Heaps of free parking near the market. Seafood is fresh and a wide variety is on offer. Must try the Alaska crab roll and fresh oysters!! Raw fish gets sliced up on the spot sashimi style.

First time visiting. No regrets! Patronised by both locals and tourists. Very fresh, delicious and ready-to-eat seafood such as prawn, sashimi, oyster, etc! Check out my photos. My family also bought quite a number of things from the shops. Wide variety of good-quality products. Recommended! 👍👍👍

A must visit if you're visiting Melbourne.We went early in the morning for breakfast and to avoid the crowd. We came for the borek and it didn't disappoint. This market offers a very good selection of bakery, delicatessen and it's a seafood lovers paradise. Seafood are fresh and very reasonable priced. The stores sells very unique and beautiful products, just wish I can buy them all for my home. 🏡

A very nice indoor market with fresh food, seafood, cooked food, and some souvenirs. A good place for a nice morning walk - could get quite packed in the afternoon.

Way better market as compared to QVM. Seafood are fresh and there are many interesting stores for anyone looking to get fresh produce. Wanted to try the Agathe for their pastries but the queues were too long. Would like to come back again once I am back in Melbourne.

If there’s one thing to love about Victoria, it’s its markets. (However, there are a million things to love about Victoria so don’t worry you won’t be running out of options on the menu.) The market is a living organism with all the positive vibes and love the in the atmosphere. Just take a walk on a Saturday or Sunday around the shops in the market and feel the beautiful energy here. It’ll fill you up for the week! Also the fresh seafood shops are a sensation and always crowded.

A bustling in-door market! It clean and comfortable to be strolling around. This market has everything to offer, from fresh fruits, meat, organic produces, pantry needs, personal care products, wine, cheeses and many more. There are also a variety of shops that sells food and drinks. Love the fresh oyster. It is definitely a place to visit if you are visiting Melbourne.

Love this Market. The fruit and vege stores are fantastic. Good to have it all semi back to normal. Good distancing rules throughout the market

The best market in Melbourne. Fresh vegetables, fresh meat, fresh donuts! What more can you ask for.

In my opinion, the best market in Melbourne so far. Many wonderful artisans and stores, an exciting amount of food from Victorian producers and from all over the world.

A brilliant market. If you are foodie there are so many great places to eat at. Not to mention the excellent French bakery Agathe.

Nice market. Fresh seafood and many other delicious stuff that’s worth visiting

A good market to go to for products not stocked at supermarkets and much more. Especially love the nut stall near the entrance. Enormous and fresh range of nuts and dry goods. I bought a kilo bag of . lovely selection of unshelled nuts for our Christmas share platter. Perfect.

Fresh for everything

I agree

Very Covid19 safe and friendly

always like to visit these markets. Love the quality of veggies and price is very low compared to the stores

Love the place

Great atmosphere with fresh fruit and veggies. Boutique markets and clothing stores

Great spot to browse with lots of imported and local seasonal produce.

I have always loved to shop at the south melbourne market out of all the markets

No too many people, easy to get in & out quickly.

You can get gozleme for breakfast here, and great coffee aplenty.

Always great market

Great selection

Good prices

Very good

These markets really are the best! Fruit & veggies are such good quality, and so cheap! Meat & deli section has such a massive and great selection and also all at fantastic prices.

Love this market for the food, produce and vibe

So much fresh produce!

Fruit and vegetable stalls coffee spots open. Beautiful fruit and veggies available at terrific prices.

Nice place to walk around and get some food

Excellent selection of grocers and local products

Nice dim sims

Good food options.

Lovely variety of stuff and pastries!

Well laid out. Cleaner than most markets. Some great stores.

Great products!

Great place to grab a coffee, pickup some fresh produce and wander the boutique market stalls...An absolute must on a Sunday afternoon to pickup some on-sale flowers and the bakery's finest

Great food, coffee & other stalls

Ahmahzing!

(Translated by Google) Clean and polite courtesy service. ?? (Original) Pelayanan santun bersih dan cepat. ??

Small but very organized market. You will find fresh vegetables, fruits and meat. There are lot other things as well like restaurants, flower shop, fashion accessories etc. Do explore.

I used to go to Queen Victoria Market. I felt like I've been wasting my time when I first visited South Melbourne Market yesterday. Fresh, plenty of stallholders you can shop & munch right away. Such a great market to visit. There are also plenty of parking, Aldi, Coles, Ops Shop, boutique stores near by.

Nice market, lots of food traders, big variety

If not the best then without doubt this is one of the best markets in Melbourne with a great variety of stalls selling everything from meat, seafood and fresh fruit and vegetables, and there's also a number of interesting bakeries, cafes and restaurant. The Claypots Evening Star seafood restaurant is one of our favorites. Friendly stallholders and great vibe! Highly recommended!

It was awesome. Unfortunately though some shops weren't able to be open due to COVID. The food and vibe was great.

Due to lockdown restrictions there wasn't a lot of activity but fortunately bakery's, some fresh produce and great cake shops were open. Also the signature South Melbourne Market DimSims were available and enjoyable. Always worth a look see.

What I like about this place is their seafood, oysters! Amazingly fresh, I tried the XL Smokey Bay Oysters without any seasoning, just some lemon juice, and it was simply heavenly. There are many types of seafood and the place well organised and walkway as wide enough. The only limitation is that there aren't enough tables for eating. We have a good time here and the taste of the oyster shall be a sweet memory of South Melbourne Market for a long time !

Awesome place to come if you like to walk around and nibble on things! They have a awesome range of seafood and pastries that will keep your mouth occupied for ages! Super clean market compared to other markets in Melbourne and is home the founders of 'Dim Sims!' Highly recommend everyone to go here at least once and let your inner 'Dora the Explorer' run wild!

Very vibrant and diverse, imo better than Queen Victoria Market. Coffee, pastries, seafood, fresh flowers, and a wonderful egg roll from Proper & Son - the perfect start to a great morning.

If you are looking for a unique place to eat, this is a place you need to visit. A whole lot of selection of food. And you also can do some shopping for groceries and miscellaneous things. This is quite a nice place to go on weekend.

Free parking (we only stayed for 2 hours, not sure what the limit was) on market days. Oysters were fresh and affordable. They had lemon, chili sauce and tobacco available for you to use. More options for condiments would be nice. Market has good variety of cooked food (not only in the food hall), dry goods and fruits/vegetables.

Great market for the whole family, really love the seafood area here, when you buy fresh oyster and you can eat on the spot, they have condiments to go with it too, pretty cool!! Great to have a coffee too as well . Overall it’s very good market. Highly recommend cheers

Absolutely loved visiting this market. It has local produce, fresh flowers, food and many more! It’s a great place to visit, especially as a tourist. The parking directly above the market is free for the first 2 hours and subsequently, it’s $8. Highly recommended !!👍🏻👍🏻

What an amazing experience! An absolute must do in Melbourne. It has all your senses alert. The food is amazing and the culture is something you don't get to see much anymore. Fashion and small boutique shops. Something for everyone!

Have lived in Melbourne for 10 years now and have only recently been to the market during the day. There are so many shops to look at from fruit and veg, shopping, bakeries and eateries, florists and more. Sunday is bustling with people, anything with a long line you know will be good. Affordable prices for flowers and organic fruit & veg but shop around. Found the fruit & veg stores had a range or different prices. Parking a bit further and walking to the market is your best bet. There’s so many people and cars, it’s easier to get street parking close by. Take public transport, the tram stop is also close by

South Melbourne Market was the best market I visited in Melbourne. This is a place you must visit if you visit Melbourne. There are a variety of food and products. Most importantly, it's a very delicious croissant shop. It's a market where you can enjoy finding food. There are places where you can eat conveniently.

This market is so popular... It's my first time here, and I'm not familiar with the flow of customers. During the peak hours, there were way too many people, and I could barely move. Almost every restaurant had long lines. Thankfully, while there were queues, the efficiency was good, so I didn't have to wait forever...

Always bustling, great vibe and incredible food and produce! I love the smells of all the food halls and the amazing array of fresh seafood and delis and butchers! ❤️ love this place. Be sure to explore all the hallways and the outskirts of the market for great restaurants and bars 😎

Beautiful market, quite smaller than Queen Victoria Market although cozier and easier access, plenty of food options and really nice clothing options. Would recommend to go in a bit early as they close at 4 pm. Parking is easy and inexpensive

Quite a nice market to visit. If I compared Victoria Market to South Melbourne market, I'd say this is more 'local' and less touristy. Nice food options to try. Crowds seem to 'lemming' the fresh cooked lobster, snow crab and oysters in the seafood section. Prices seem ok but do compare. Getting there is a bit of a pain by car because it's affected by rush hour. But ample free parking at the market itself means not having to park and hike unlike Queen Vic. Worth a visit for a tourist if free for food and shopping

I love markets but this one is too overcrowded to enjoy. The food court is pretty basic. There are some really cute and creative stores but if you’re going on a weekend try to reschedule to a weekday so you can enjoy the market. The vegetable stores are pretty great for a deal but just such a hassle when you have no personal space to move or carry your groceries.

Poor family doesn't like to go this market, everything expensive compare with Footscray or Dandenong market where I'm go all the time. Someone don't want long travel or handly place to purchase, then that's the place to go.

A lot of small shops..great place to do your shopping. If you love sea food i'd recommend. Very fresh produce.

Good

Averting I want

The dim sim are great!

Plenty of many things more expensive than the vic market I bought moccasins 22 dollars cheaper at the vic market?

Good if you get in early but generally disgustingly overpriced, especially for a 'market'

AMBIANCE: Happy, friendly ambience. Perfect to spend half a day with friends, partner or on your own! Many good place to eat and lots of shops from florists to groceries, to butchers to game stores!

A really nice market just a little outside the city, easily accessible by the tram. A good mix of fresh produce, clothes, snacks etc. The cafes and food stalls there were great as well!

Lots to see and eat. Meat and seafood here is fresh as well. Love the oysters, uni, scampi and sashimi. They are all so fresh and the scampi is especially sweet! Would recommend coming here just for the seafood! There's also Agathe, which serves up very good croissants. Definitely also a must try.

An interesting market to visit! Come early to beat the crowds, and yet soak in the vibes. A very different feel from other markets like Fremantle or Victoria Market. Unlike other markets that focus mainly on produce, you can get anything from household items to clothes and even massages. Too much to sample, browse and eat. Seems like almost every cuisine in the world 🌍 has been accounted for over here. It would take at least 2 or 3 more trips here to visit the place properly.

Just like Victoria Market in Melbourne, you will get everything that includes grocery here in South Melbourne. The prices are But high. Not only that it is surrounded with restaurants and cafes. Just great place for hangout and having brunch or coffee. We had coffee from very famous Padre. Bought baby goat from Meat Market. I have attached video clips and photos for reference.

It had a nice atmosphere overall. The variety of vendors and products are amazing. Loved the seafood section where people could order and eat at the site. Definitely will come back here next time.

I recently had the pleasure of visiting the South Melbourne Market, and I must say, it exceeded all my expectations! This bustling marketplace is an absolute treasure trove for foodies and shopping enthusiasts alike. From the moment I stepped foot inside, I was greeted by the lively atmosphere and the aroma of delicious treats wafting through the air. The market is teeming with a diverse range of stalls offering fresh produce, gourmet delights, unique crafts, and so much more. It truly caters to every taste and preference. Love the live oysters from the Oyster Bar. South Melbourne Market is not just about food. It's a haven for unique and handcrafted treasures. I spent hours exploring the arts and crafts section, discovering one-of-a-kind pieces that I couldn't resist taking home. The talented artisans showcased their skills and passion, creating an immersive shopping experience that sets this market apart from others. Another aspect that impressed me was the friendly and knowledgeable stallholders. They were always ready to assist, offer recommendations, and share stories about their products. Their passion and dedication were infectious, making my visit all the more enjoyable. Overall, I can't recommend the South Melbourne Market enough. Whether you're a local resident or a visitor like me, this market is a must-visit destination. It's an immersive and vibrant experience that tantalizes your senses and leaves you with lasting memories. I'm already planning my next visit to explore more of the market's hidden gems.

LOCATED IN SOUTH MELBOURNE SUBURB. SHOULD COME EARLY TO HAVE YOUR CAR PARKED. UNDERCOVER PARKING FOR 2$ an hour. HUGE MARKET ESPECIALLY FOR FRESH SEAFOOD, FRESH FLOWERS, DELICIOUS CAKES AND MORE AND MORE BOOKSTORE, CANDLE POTS, GROCERY STORE. ESPECIALLY FRESH SEAFOOD YOU CAN EAT STRAIGHT AWAY AFTER HAVING ORDERED. SHOULD COME TO CHECK OUT YOU WILL SEE THIS IS MY SECOND FAVOURITE MARKET IN MELBOURNE.

Roamed the market for the first time. Great vibes. Lots of food places. Ate from an Italian store in the food hall. The coffee was weak for me, but the sausage roll was great! Its not the same as the queen Victoria market. They didn’t sell souvenirs here, and I found that the other stores sold the more expensive items compared to the Queen Victoria Market. But, definitely visit for the experience!

Great market with a bustling atmosphere. Had so much fun zooming around the market lanes. Come with an empty stomach so you can get more food! Highly recommend the oysters from Oyster Bar by Aptus, very fresh and supple.

Absolutely fantastic market, you can get fruit, vegetables 🌽 , 🍖 meat and exotic cheese and wine. Along with choices of seafood and ethnic cuisines. If you in Melbourne, must visit south Melbourne market .

Nice market to linger and eat food that can be bought at the market stalls. There is something for everyone. Pasta, pizza, burrata, ... my favorite is seafood.