Went here because it was recommended as a place to visit. Actually shopped for food and wine for a few self-catered meals whilst in Melbourne. Bought some amazing croissants, bread and cheeses, a fab Yarra Valley wine, great fruit and salad, locally blended tea and some unusual Byron Bay Muesli. Great shopping experience. Lovely friendly traders. Well worth a visit.

Every time we come to Melbourne we visit QVM. This is a nice market for locals as well as tourists. Local products clothes, artefacts, shoes, belts. Women's accessories and jewellery and fruits and vegetables are available. Vendors are sweet and polite. Spare half a day for QVM

It’s been 29 years since my last visit and really not too much has changed. Lots of touristy souvenirs and high are actually great prices. The rest of the products you’ll find are not cheap, very little difference to shop prices. For fresh food, some fruits and veg a little cheaper than coles/woolies but definitely fresh. The famous donuts are not as good as I remember. They come 5 in a bag for $10, not cheap and not as hot as they used to be.

The food parts of the market are outstanding. You have to walk all the way through the tourist goods stalls to find the good stuff - which might explain some of the negative reviews. When you get to the fruit and veg and flowers turn right and walk down to the meat and fish, then go through to the deli, coffee and cheese area - this is the fun part. All the traders I spoke with were really friendly and it was a lot of fun tasting and grazing as well as buying cheese, olives, bread etc for a picnic.

We are visiting Melbourne from NZ and have heard good things about this market. We headed there via tram from Docklands late morning and got there just before lunch. The place was bustling with people, there was a huge range of stalls of things for sale. Some of it was cheap and touristy stuff, but there were some goodies in amongst it. The food selection was really good too. There were some young kids playing violen and piano for the crowds, and they were amazing. I got some of the crepes and others in my group got Asian friend rice and kebabs, all of the food was highly rated. The whole area was well maintained, toilets and facilities were clean and tidy and the market was set up in an easy to access and walk around way. Recommend to anyone that is new to Melbourne and is wanting to experience a cool market

My wife and I just loved this tour around the market. Irene was a terrific guide who shared all sorts of details on history of the market and many of the shop owners with whom she obviously knew very well. We tried so many delicious samples of seafood/meats (shrimp, awesome oysters, kangaroo, chicken and various cured meats) cheeses, pastries, chocolate and wine that we were glad not to have eaten breakfast and we weren’t hungry for hours after. The cloth bags we got came in very handy as we stayed for some shopping and found very nice sweaters for only $13 US.

I LOVE markets and have visited them in every possible city thus far. Queen Victoria is indeed a great market, huge and full of all manner of goods. AND. The place I returned to three times is Ripe Cheese, a fine cheese and charcuterie shop run by friendly Hakim and his most excellent staff of professionals. The selection of all Australian cheese and meats is astounding. Not only are they delicious but often works of art, as in the truffle and squid ink sausage by Damon Porter. I had to post an image on Insta as the insanely thin and delicate slices were like a kaleidoscope! Yummy. My husband and I were here remotely working and spending $100 at the market afforded us five incredible meals at our apartment. So, we ate like movie stars on a pittance. If there is one thing at Queen Vic, it must be a stop at Ripe Cheese. LOVE!

Victoria Market in Melbourne is a bustling and vibrant hub that offers a delightful mix of fresh produce, local goods, and cultural experiences. The market, also known as Queen Victoria Market, is a historic landmark and one of the largest open-air markets in the Southern Hemisphere. Visitors can explore a wide array of stalls, from fresh fruits and vegetables to artisanal crafts and unique souvenirs. The diverse range of food options is a highlight, with various international cuisines available. The lively atmosphere and friendly vendors add to the overall charm of the market. Whether you're a food enthusiast, a shopper looking for unique finds, or someone interested in the local culture, Victoria Market has something for everyone. It's a must-visit destination in Melbourne, offering a sensory delight and a glimpse into the city's vibrant spirit.

After a gap of 20- years I revisited Victoria market, a lot is the same but so much has changed As far as the indoor shops/pitches they remain ye Olde world highly polished businesses with meat,fish, cheese, bread tea, coffee and many speciality food businesses on show. In the open market spaces where a range of market stalls selling everything imaginable from low end tourist souvenirs to hand crafted ok weather goods and a plethora of Chinese made and knock off clothing and electronics there has been a huge change in look and experience in post covid environment. From in excess of 700 stalls to slightly more than 300 (these change depending on the day and time of market) will see your choices change. Wednesday evening primarily food related and Friday day time showing the best variety we witnessed. All in all an enjoyable experience and undercover environment allows "most weather" suitable experience

I walked to this lovely bazaar from my hotel in the central business district of Melbourne. This is a vast collection of tiny shops, selling everything from Australian leather goods to iPhone accessories. I couldn’t resist buying several things here - a leather belt, quite unique greeting cards, and an old-fashioned telescope. There are also a large fresh produce market as well as restaurants (where I had lunch after some strenuous shopping). A lot of fun, just like Khan Khalili Market in Cairo - you never know what you’ll stumble upon. Don’t miss it if you have a couple of hours to spare.