To be in Paris and not visit the famous flea markets known throughout Europe means denying yourself immense pleasure.
The first and largest flea market, located in Saint-Ouen, was established in 1870.
It was located outside the northern fortifications of Paris and got its name due to the supposedly flea-infested furniture and antiques that were sold there.
Years later, Pablo Picasso would come here for a stroll in search of inspiration, Woody Allen directed his characters to this market in his film “Midnight in Paris” in search of hidden treasures at bargain prices.
Imagine the area of Red Square, diagonally crossed by Rosebush Street (although, of course, there haven’t been any rose bushes there for a long time), with a dozen prestigious antique markets on its left and right.
Biron is one of the oldest markets. Here you will find furniture and household items from the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries, as well as “country” style furniture.
At Malassis, they sell furniture and items from the 18th-19th centuries, silver and bronze products, and items from Asia. Cat, tiger, and panther figurines made of bronze particularly attract buyers, available in all tastes. The architecture of the market pavilions is in the Art Deco style.
Paul Bert combines two markets. It is a favorite place for theatrical and film artists, decorators. There is a wide selection of furniture from the 50s-60s, paintings, mirrors, antique suitcases, clothing, and porcelain. The market is often visited by global and French stars.
Daufine is a market for furniture, furnishings, and books.
The flea markets of Paris attract more than 100,000 visitors every week.
You don’t have to buy anything; you can just wander around, looking at items from various eras, unique things, sometimes with mysterious purposes. Here you can find gifts and souvenirs for every taste and wallet.
The atmosphere here is extraordinary: it feels like around the corner you might meet Cinderella or Napoleon, D’Artagnan or the Perfumer….
There are several restaurants in the market where you can have a cheap lunch.
We can offer you a guide for your stroll — a flea market specialist.
The cost of the guide is 180 euros for 3 hours.
