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You Could Easily Spend All Weekend At This Enormous New Orleans Flea Market

The French Market in New Orleans is a unique and vibrant flea market filled with diverse vendors and local events.

Updated Feb 24, 2023

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Kezia Kamenetz

Are you looking for a beautiful place to explore in New Orleans? The French Market in New Orleans is one of the most unique flea markets you will find in the city. It's chock-full of all kinds of wonders that we know you will fall in love with. Let's explore one of the best flea markets in New Orleans!

The French Market is a full city block area that is found between Esplanade Ave, N. Peters St., and Decatur St..

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It's filled with a variety of vendors, from amazing food to handmade items to just random knick-knacks.

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With recent renovations, the interior of the French Market is full of life and beauty and has a lot of things to discover.

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Also on most days there are a variety of vendors set up outside of the covered area, that truly offer unique goods.

You can discover local folk artists at the market that you never knew existed.

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There are also multiple tables filled with knick-knacks and other items, just waiting for someone with a good eye to discover them.

There is so much to see, it's easy to spend hours just wandering the stalls here, which are truly beautiful.

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And you will enjoy checking out the various events they hold regularly here, especially during the holidays.

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Also, for people who live in the neighborhood, Crescent City Farmer's Market has been hosting markets in the French Market for well over a year now.

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The market goes on Wednesdays from 1pm to 5pm, but is currently on a break for the summer. Look out for it to return in the fall.

So if you haven't already traveled to the French Market in New Orleans, you are going to want to ASAP.

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It's one of my absolute favorite places to explore in all of New Orleans.

Have you ever visited this unique French Market in New Orleans? What do you like to discover there? Let us know in the comments below. We love to hear your comments and feedback.

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There’s Nothing Quite Like This Unique Moonlight Market In New Orleans

Palace Market on Frenchmen Street in New Orleans is a nightly open-air market featuring a diverse collection of handcrafted art from over 80 local artists.

Updated May 15, 2023

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Jackie Sutherlin

New Orleans is certainly an artist’s city. From musicians to writers and everything in between, this city has been a muse to so many creatives throughout the years. The Palace Market on Frenchmen Street in New Orleans is filled with a diverse collection of handcrafted art that you’re sure to love. Let’s check it out.

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If you’re looking for something unique to add to your home, or a special one-of-a-kind gift for a loved one, Palace Market on Frenchmen Street is just the ticket.

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Featuring 38 nightly booths, Palace Market on Frenchmen Street in NOLA is the largest daily art market in New Orleans.

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This moonlit market features a rotating collection of over 80 local artists.

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This unique market highlights just about every type of handcrafted art you could think of. Painters, jewelers, sculptures, photographers, and many others display their beautiful works of art along historic Frenchmen Street.

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Even if you just come to stroll through the booths, you never know what you'll find at one of the best NOLA markets. Maybe you need a new, handcrafted leather journal...

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...or a handmade bow tie to wear to your next event. Palace Market Frenchmen is the perfect spot to get a unique item while supporting local artists.

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This open-air market is open seven nights a week, weather permitting.

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Sunday-Wednesday: 7 p.m. - 12 a.m.

Thursday-Saturday: 7 p.m. -1 a.m.

You can find the Palace Market at 619 Frenchmen St, New Orleans, Louisiana 70116. Visit the Palace Market website or Palace Market Facebook page for more information. After shopping 'til you drop, grab a drink at Lafitte's Blacksmith Shop Bar. Located just minutes from the market, this historic bar dates to the 1700s - and it's supposedly haunted!

Have you ever been to the Palace Market? If so, do you think it's one of the best NOLA markets? Share your experience in the comments below! Also, don't forget to nominate your favorite New Orleans attractions, places of business, and/or events for the chance to see them featured in an upcoming article.

While you are in the New Orleans area, you simply can't skip visiting the beautiful Fontainebleau State Park in Mandeville. Check out this YouTube video by us at OnlyInYourState to discover why it's one of our favorite places in Louisiana:

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The Charming Out Of The Way Flea Market Near New Orleans You Won’t Soon Forget

Lagniappe Shoppe in Thibodaux is a must-visit flea market near New Orleans, offering a variety of unique and eclectic items.

Updated Mar 13, 2023

Written by 

Jackie Sutherlin

Flea markets are filled with fantastic finds. From furniture to musical instruments, you never know what you're going to find when you step into a flea market, and that's half the fun. Sure, New Orleans has dozens of flea markets and antique shops peppered throughout the city, but Lagniappe Shoppe in Thibodaux is worthy of the pilgrimage. Grab some friends and set off on an epic adventure to the best flea market near New Orleans.

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Lagniappe Shoppe is an antique store and flea market located in Thibodaux, just over an hour away from New Orleans.

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If you're looking for a little something extra, this is the perfect spot.

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From home furnishings to wall decor, you're sure to find something you love here.

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If you're looking for the perfect piece of furniture to add to your home, Lagniappe Shoppe might just have what you're looking for.

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From sofas to country tables, Lagniappe Shoppe has an eclectic mix of all different styles.

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It's also a great place to some find some inspiration for your next refurbishing project.

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They're constantly getting new items in stock, so there's always a fresh inventory.

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Lagniappe Shoppe is located at 511 Saint Mary St, Thibodaux, Louisiana 70301.

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Have you ever been to Lagniappe Shoppe in Thibodaux? If so, do you think it's the best flea market near New Orleans? Let us know in the comments below! Don't forget to nominate your favorite flea markets in and around New Orleans for a chance to see them featured in an upcoming article! In the meantime, check out our previous article for some of our top picks: 5 Amazing Flea Markets In New Orleans You Absolutely Have To Visit.

For more things to see and do in the New Orleans area, check out this YouTube video by us at OnlyInYourState to discover the beautiful Fontainebleau State Park, which is located in nearby Mandeville:

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