Edinburgh is home to a range of markets where residents and visitors can buy locally sourced food and hand crafted gifts from locals.
From fresh home grown produce to Christmas gifts at the Edinburgh Christmas markets, there are loads of options around Edinburgh that you can visit.
REcently there has been a lot of encouragement to shop local and these markets bring local traders and companies to one place and you can even get your lunch cooked fresh for you right on the spot.
So here is your guide of Edinburgh markets.
Edinburgh Christmas market
The long awaited Christmas market in Edinburgh attracts locals and visitors from all over the globe. The festive event is a great place to pick up unique gifts with traders from all over the UK and local brands from Edinburgh. When you've had enough shopping, stop for a rest and food from one of the many european food stalls with a glass of mulled wine.
Where: Princes Street Gardens
When: Friday November 19-January 2 2022
Opening times: Monday to Saturday 10am to 6pm and Sunday, 10am to 5pm.
Norton Park Ethical Christmas Fayre
Norton Park is hosting an ethical christmas fayre where local artisans are selling ethically sourced, vegan friendly gifts.
Where: Norton Park conference centre, Norton Park, 57 Albion Road, Edinburgh, EH7 5QY.
When: November 27 2021
Opening times: 10am-4pm
Indie Fair at the Square
This year, Kimpton Charlotte Square are hosting their first ever Christmas Market for independent retailers on Sunday December 5, 2021, giving local crafts people and retailers a window on George Street, one of Edinburgh’s busiest shopping streets this Christmas.
Indie Fair at the Square will see pop-up stalls from local crafts makers and independent retailers including Summer Morning Studios who make ‘candles too pretty to burn’, Leith distillers Lind and Lime Gin and Olivia Cooper Jewellery. Shoppers can also enjoy a cocktail from a Baba Noel bar.
Where: Kimpton Charlotte Square hotel, George Street, Edinburgh
When: December 5 2021
Opening times: 10.30am-6pm
Edinburgh's farmers' market
Edinburgh's farmers' market is the perfect place for you to pick up seasonal fruit and veg from local farmers.
Where: Castle Terrace
When: Every Saturday
Opening times: 9am-2pm
Leith Market
A range of traders come together and there are stalls where food is made freshly on the spot and on the first Saturday of the month plays host to Vegan Quarter as well as usual traders.
Where: Leith Market Dock Place, EH6 6LU
When: Every Saturday
Opening Times: 10am-4pm.
See more information and who the traders are here.
The Pitt food market
Leith is a vibrant place and at The Pitt you can enjoy food and craft beers from a number of independent Edinburgh suppliers. The bustling market has indoor and outdoor seating and stalls so the rain won't put you off. Customers can also enjoy live music while sipping a craft beer.
Where: 125-137 Pitt Street Leith EH6 4DE
Opening times: Thursday 6-10 PM (Leith Social)
Friday 6-10 pm
Saturday 12-10pm
Sunday 12-8 pm
See more information and who all the traders are here.
Grassmarket
As it's in the name, the Grassmarket is a prime spot for a farmers' market. Right in the centre of the city, enjoy food from locals, seasonal fruit and vegetables, freshly baked breads, sweet treats and handcrafted gifts from local craft makers.
Where: Central Reservation, Grassmarket EH1 2JR
When: Every Saturday
Opening times: 10am-5pm
Stockbridge
In the picturesque village of Stockbridge is another farmers' market every Sunday.
Stockbridge already has a lot of independent cafes and boutiques and the feel of community comes alive at the market.
Where: Stockbridge Market, Saunders Street, EH3 6TQ
When: Every Sunday
Opening times: 10am-4pm
