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Top 10 Remarkable Facts about Milnerton Market

Situated on the outskirts of Cape Town’s northern suburbs, the Milnerton Flea Market is the town’s most assorted outdoor market. The market is referred to as Milnerton but it is no longer found in that area. The market is now located in Paarden Eiland. This market has a wide variety of products available. It has more than 250 stalls that offer a variety of items. The items include second-hand goods, clothing, home décor, collectibles, furniture, and bric-a-brac items.

These items are sold in an open-air bazaar. As you purchase the items you will have the ocean smell in the air. In the background is a view of Table Mountain. The market area is child-friendly and pet friendly. The market area is also fenced and the surface is tarmacked.

The market also offers facilities that will make your shopping experience more comfortable. There are public benches and toilets with wheelchair accessibility. If you are looking for second-hand items at a bargain, the Milnerton Flea Market is your one-stop shop. You are likely to find what you are looking for and more due to its wide variety.

Below are ten incredible facts about Milnerton Market.

1. This flea market has been in existence for more than 15 years

Located along the R27 in Paarden Eiland is a collection of trailers and vehicles. These trailers and vehicles have a variety of objects on display.

Known as the Milnerton Flea Market, this market has been operational for more than 15 years. This market is open almost every day of the year including Saturday and Sunday. It closes only on Christmas Day and Good Friday.

2. This market has a diverse range of second-hand goods

Assorted ceramic items on display. Photo by Mats Hagwall on

The Milnerton Market is one of Cape Town’s few flea markets. The second-hand goods available in this market are extremely diverse.

You can find unmatched crockery, garage sale items, potted plant, Reader’s Digest compilations, and groceries and toiletries. It is sometimes not easy to tell if the used items are counterfeit. While at the market, you can also find fast food items like hot dogs and sandwiches.

3. It is possible to uncover some gems amid the bric-a-brac items

This is not the market to look for crafts. When you visit the Milnerton Market, you should be ready to dig through various items to find what you are looking for. In the process, however, you may find some gems. If you are looking for pots, pans, or crockery, it is best to visit the market very early in the morning.

4. The culture is one of bargaining but it may be better to sometimes purchase without bargaining

Assorted ceramic items on display. Photo by Simone Pellegrini on

The smaller items in the market are already fairly priced. It may be better to purchase without bargaining. It is however the culture in the country to haggle over a product or to try and bargain.

You can uncover items that can be found in antique shops. In the flea market, however, the item will be sold at a much cheaper price than at the antique shop.

5. The market is the subject of Photographer Dave Southwood’s book

Kuopio market place in Finland. Photo by Lentävä Kalakukko/

For a decade, Photographer Dave Southwood dedicated his time to capturing images of of the people in the market. His photographs are now part of his book entitled Milnerton Market. Over the years, the book will be a point of reference for the life and times of the people in the market.

In addition to the work by Dave Southwood, Sam Woulidge has also written about the market. The writer and blogger, Woulidge wrote about the market in her article titled Confessions of a Hungry Woman.

6. The market attracts several visitors every weekend

A typical flea market shop, in Germany. Photo by Peng/

This market has the flea market character to it. It has several visitors every weekend. While you walk around enjoying your sandwich or snack, you can buy a variety of items.

The items include IT equipment, CDs and DVD’sjewelry, car parts, and toiletries. You can also find jewellery, clothes, furniture, cosmetics, and mobile phones. These are some of the items you can choose from as you shop.

7. There are more than 200 stalls with items for you to choose from

Vendor display at the Brooklyn Flea inside the Dumbo Archway. Photo by Caroline Culler/

This market is a fantastic place for you to stroll through on Saturday or Sunday afternoons. There are more than 200 stalls with items for you to choose from. From these stalls, you can find a wide range of items such as antiques or bric-a-brac items.

8. There are food and drink stalls available at the flea market

You can shop while you enjoy a snack. There are several foods and drink stalls available at the market. The stalls offer items such as coffee, spring rolls waffles, curried mince croissants, and pies.

There are also food trucks at the market. You can find something that will suit your budget and taste.

9. This market also has a very good selection of used books

Assorted items on display. Photo by Mats Hagwall on

If you get to the market at the right time, you will find a very good selection of used books. Parking may be a bit of a problem but if you enjoy being in a flea market, you should visit the market.

10. The market is one of the oldest and largest markets in the city

Clothes and bags on display. Photo by Alice Pasqual on

This live open-air market is located a short distance from Lagoon Beach and is close to the Atlantic Ocean. It is one of the city’s oldest and largest markets. For hoarders, this is a fantastic place to find treasures.

Practical information

Open every day excluding Christmas Day and Good Friday

Saturdays: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Sundays: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Public Holidays: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

info@milnertonfleamarket.co.za | 021 551 7879 | 088 021 5517879