The markets of Nice: days, hours and best spots
From the Cours Saleya to the Menton halls, the Riviera lives to the rhythm of its markets. Days, hours and types in one table: everything you need to never miss the market of your district or destination.
Outdoor shopping is part of the Niçois — and Riviera — way of life. Flowers, fruit, vegetables, seafood, flea markets or crafts: every town has its days and hours, and missing them is a sin. Here is the complete guide to the markets of Nice and the surrounding area, verified in 2026.
In Nice
The Cours Saleya remains the king: full guide here. For daily life: the Libération market (Avenue Malausséna, Tue-Sun 6 am-12:30 pm), the port flea market (Place Robilante, Tue-Sun 10 am-6/7 pm), and the neighbourhood markets (Cimiez, Saint-Roch, Saint-Augustin, Ariane, 6 am-1 pm).
Markets around Nice
| Town | Market | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cagnes-sur-Mer | Producers (Cité Marchande) | Tue - Sun | 8 am - 12:30 pm |
| Cagnes-sur-Mer | Town-centre market | Wednesday | 8 am - 12:30 pm |
| Cagnes-sur-Mer | Fish market (Cros) | Sun + Tue - Sat | 8:30 am - 1 pm |
| Antibes | Provençal market (Cours Masséna) | Every day except Mon (7/7 in summer) | 6 am - 1 pm |
| Vence | Producers (Place du Grand Jardin) | Tue - Sun | 6:30 am - 1 pm |
| Vence | Big Friday market | Friday | 6 am - 1 pm |
| Saint-Paul-de-Vence | Small local farmers' market | Wed + Fri | 9 am - 2 pm |
| Monaco | Condamine market (Place d'Armes) | Every day | 7 am - 1 pm |
| Villefranche-sur-Mer | Provençal market (Jardin Binon) | Saturday | 8 am - 1 pm |
| Menton | Les Halles market (Quai de Monléon) | Every day | 8 am - 1 pm |
| Mougins | Farmers' and crafts market | Sat + Sun | 8:30 am - 1 pm |
| Grasse | Food market (Place aux Aires) | Saturday | Morning |
Two particularities to know: the indoor hall of Monaco's Condamine market has been closed for renovation since January 2026 (traders relocated to Place d'Armes, market 7/7), and the Ventimiglia market, across the Italian border, remains the regulars' Friday shopping escape.
Our tips for visiting the markets
- Arrive before 10 am for the best produce and the most authentic atmosphere;
- Carry cash: many producers don't accept cards;
- Monday is flea market day at the Saleya (no food market);
- In summer, enjoy the Saleya evening market in the cool, from 6 pm to 12:30 am;
- Markets combine perfectly with our Riviera day trips: Antibes and Vence hold their markets on the same mornings as their visits.
FAQ
What is the most beautiful market in Nice?
The Cours Saleya, a flower market classified as a "Marché d'Exception" since 1861, is the most spectacular. For authenticity, the Libération market is worth a visit.
What are the Libération market days?
Tuesday to Sunday, from 6 am to 12:30 pm, along Avenue Malausséna.
Where can I find a flea market in Nice?
At Place Robilante near the port (Tue-Sun, 10 am-6/7 pm), plus the Monday flea market on the Cours Saleya and the 3rd Saturday extension at Place Garibaldi.
Which markets should I visit around Nice?
Antibes' Provençal market (every day except Monday), Cagnes producers (Tue-Sun), Monaco's Condamine market (7/7) and Menton's Les Halles.
Is the Cours Saleya market open on Monday?
Yes, but in flea market form: the flower and food market makes way for the antique dealers, from 7 am to 6 pm.
Is there a Christmas market in Nice?
Yes, the Christmas village sets up on Place Masséna and Jardin Albert 1er, from late November to 31 December.
