Markets in the Netherlands – Top 10
This blog post takes you through the Piggies favourite markets in the Netherlands. The markets are not ranked due to each one being slightly different from the other. Our goal is to give you a spectrum of diverse options from where you can find the ones that interest you the most.
Gouda Kaasmarkt
If you are a cheese lover and appreciate old traditions, Gouda Kaasmarkt is the market for you. On every Thursday from April until the end of August you can visit the market that offers you the world-famous cheese and other regional products. (Exception; not open on 29th of May.)
And what are these old traditions then? Well, Gouda cheese girls and boys and cheese briquettes pulled by horses to start with. Continuing with negotiations about the price of the cheese. These negitoations happen between the farmers and traders, just like it was done in the past. Then they weigh the cheese on the original scales in De Waag.
The market starts at 10am and goes on until 12.30pm, which leaves you perfectly time to wander around on the streets of Gouda snd dive even deeper to the history and culture.
Record Planet Fairs
The world’s largest Record and CD fair. This market brings together the dealers and collectors form all over the world. The variety of genres is remarkable. And when we say the market is large, we really mean it; the size of this market is almost two football fields. The market is held in different locations throughout the year. 2025 it is held in Rotterdam, Den Bosch, Hoorn, Amsterdam and Haarlem. Check the exact dates and more information on Record Planet’s website.
IJ-hallen Amsterdam
IJ-hallen hosts the biggest flea market in Europe. From this market you will be able to find not only clothing but also furniture and other unique gems. The market is held once a month during a weekend and it has over 750 stands.
To enter to this market you need to buy tickets. The price for an adult is 6€ and for children 2,50€. In case you want to be one of the first ones exploring what the market has to offer, you must purchase an early bird ticket which costs you 10€. With this ticket you can access the market already at 6 am. Whereas with the standard ticket you can enter at 9 am. The merket is open until 4.30pm.
Delft Weekly Market
On every Thursday, there is a market held on the Markt, the historic centre of Delft. Many stalls guarantee a good variety of products including clothing, crafts, textiles, food and homeware. The Markt is surrounded by cafés and restaurants so you can sit down for a moment, have a coffee break or lunch and then continue shopping. The market is open from 9am until 5pm.
Albert Cuyp Market Amsterdam
Albert Cuyp Market is open six days a week from Monday to Saturday and has as many as 260 stalls. On this market you can feel the real Amsterdam atmosphere and get familiar with the typical local treats as fresh herring and warm srtoopwaffels. The neighbourhood where the market is held is called ‘de Pijp’ and is described lively and characteristic area to enjoy the Dutch culture.
FeelGood Market Eindhoven
Are you inpired by original handmade products, organic foods, workshops and live music? Yes? Then you need to head to FeelGood Market in Eindhoven which is full of design, fashion, vintage and delicious foods. In case you are not in a mood for shopping, you can just sit down on the terrace, relax with a glass of wine and enjoy the atmosphere and live music.
On this market you have the opportunity to meet the artists and designers, support their work or take part to a workshop.
De Haagse Markt
De Haagse Market in The Hague is Netherlands’ largest open-air market. The market is open on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 9am until 5pm.
The products on this market come from all around the world. The market has over 500 stalls and as matter of fact, it is known for being one of the biggest markets in Europe. A lots of different foods but also a extensive selection of different non-food products.
Grote Markt Haarlem
Grote Markt is a picturesque and atmospheric market square in Haarlem. On Mondays and Saturdays the square hosts a marketfrom 9am until 4pm. You can find anything from fresh bread and pastries to clothes and plants. Something for everyone, indeed.
The location of the Bavo Cathedral next to the square only adds history to the atmosphere.
You might have wondered, which markets are really worth to visit in the Netherlands. Because, there are many. We have gathered you top 10 that we think are the most interesting.
Janskerkhof Flower Market Utrecht
Janskerkhof square right in the centre of Utrecth hosts a Flower Market every Saturday from 08:00 to 17:00. Not only house and garden plants but beautiful bouquets – everything for everyone. Even when you are not even planning to buy anything, the square is beautiful just to stroll around and view the colourful sea of flowers.
Waterlooplein Flea Market Amsterdam
The oldest flea market, not only in Amsterdam but in also in the Netherlands. The Market is open from Monday till Saturday. More than 300 stalls of vintage, second-hand and much more; everything from the latest fashion and antiques to Mediterranean snacks.
Check our Day Trip blogs (Den Haag, Utrecht, Haarlem) to combine your market day with some city exploring.
