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Top 10 Largest Markets in the World You May Want to Know

There are many markets in the world and in Vietnam, the market is a familiar concept to each of us. In cities around the world, the market is a large, bustling place. That is where you will find fresh vegetables, meat, and regional specialties. In the 10 markets of the world below, you will definitely find for yourself the freshest and most delicious food.

1. Tsukiji Fish Market, Tokyo

Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo is one of the largest fish markets in the world. Every day, Tsukiji Fish Market supplies about 2,000 tons of seafood to 1/3 of Japan's territory. With its extremely large scale and the hustle and bustle of trading throughout the day, Tsukiji Fish Market has become one of Tokyo's most attractive tourist destinations. Tsukiji Fish Market is a public wholesale market in Chuo-ku, the central area of ​​Tokyo. The business scale of this market is among the largest in the world, with seafood alone having a daily transaction volume of 1,799 tons, amounting to about 1,500,000,000. Tsukiji Fish Market covers an area of ​​over 285,000m². Tsukiji Fish Market is famous for its seafood products, but the consumption of fruits and vegetables is also very large; In addition, food-related items such as cooking utensils, knives, bowls, etc. are also sold in large quantities. Just walking around the market is enough to bring an interesting feeling to visitors.

The market is located between the Sumida River and the upscale Ginza shopping district. While the inner wholesale market has limited access to visitors, the outer retail market, restaurants and shops offering restaurant-related items are still a tourist attraction for both domestic and foreign visitors. The market opens most mornings (except Sundays, holidays and some Wednesdays) at 3am, with the arrival of products from ships, trucks and planes from all over the world. A particularly impressive activity is the unloading of tons of frozen tuna. The auctioneers (wholesalers known in Japan as oroshi gyōsha) then estimate the value and prepare the upcoming products for auction. Buyers (who are licensed to participate in auctions) also inspect the fish to assess which fish they want to bid for and the price they want to pay.

Many stores even use foreign language menus in the “Puratto Tsukiji” guide area, which also uses English, so foreign visitors can rest assured. Tsukiji Fish Market is definitely an interesting destination that gourmets, photographers... cannot miss.
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2. Borough Market, London

Borough Market, London is the oldest market with a history of thousands of years. Over the past century, it has gradually transformed from a wholesale market into a vibrant, bustling market for both locals and tourists. Here, people can find local agricultural products, game meats or delicious British cheeses and street food from all over the world.

Borough with its ancient, historical beauty and a variety of goods, this special market has attracted the attention of not only locals but also tourists. Gradually, Borough Market has transformed from a place to provide and sell food to a famous tourist destination that cannot be missed when coming to the capital of the foggy country. Borough Market is a wholesale and retail food market in Southwark, south of the Thames River. It is considered to be one of the largest and oldest food markets in London. Wholesale trade usually takes place in the morning from 2am to 8am, while retail trade is concentrated on Thursdays (11am to 5pm), Fridays (12pm to 6pm) and Saturdays (9am to 5pm). Vegetables, fruit, cheese, meat, bread and cakes are the main items sold at the market.

Borough Market first operated as a street market in the 11th century. At that time, goods at Borough Market were often cheaper than those on the North Bank, a stark contrast to today, when shops at Borough Market are among the most expensive in London. Borough Market continued to operate and expand until the 18th century, when an Act of Parliament stopped the market because it was causing congestion and traffic problems. The traders were paid a sum of money to move to a new location, which is where Borough Market is today. From then on, Borough Market gradually became one of the most important food markets in London.
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3. La Boqueria Market, Barcelona

No trip to Barcelona would be complete without a visit to La Boqueria, the city’s most famous industrial market. The market is packed with brightly coloured stalls, mountains of fruit, seafood and rows of spicy chorizo ​​sausages hanging high. Pick up a bag of sliced ​​ham to eat as you wander around the market or, if you’re feeling patient, queue up at Pinotxo Bar, a fourteen-seat eatery that serves some of the city’s best tapas. Located on the left side of the tourist-packed Ramblah, the Boqueria’s gleaming metal gates usher you into a world of colourful food and fruit. Influenced by the Mediterranean climate, this market is filled with local products such as olives, seafood, fruits, meat, cheese... As soon as you enter the market, you will be overwhelmed by the huge number of colorful and delicious vegetable and fruit stalls. The rows of olives are meticulously arranged, the cheese stalls are filled with the fragrant smell of Manchelo loaves made from sheep's milk, the inviting smell of freshly baked bread emanating from the bakeries, a long row of kiosks with large slabs of cold cuts stacked on top of each other or the crackling sound of giant prawns 'squishing' in the tank.

In addition to selling fresh food, many eateries as well as Tapas bars (Bars specializing in serving light salads or traditional Spanish snacks) with a full range of international and local choices will help your visit be more 'full of flavor'. The best time to visit the market is before 2pm, when it is at its busiest. As it is the most popular tourist attraction in the city, if you go on the weekend you may have to swim in a sea of ​​people. To avoid this overcrowding, Spanish authorities have issued a decree banning groups of more than 15 people from entering the market at peak times, a move that has been widely accepted by the vendors. Over the years, La Boqueria has become a symbol of the city’s history, all its families, traditions, and festivals. It is the largest market in Spain. The vendors today are mostly third and fourth generation vendors. It is a mix of past and present.
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4. La Merced Market, Mexico City

La Merced Market is over 150 years old and is the largest food market in Mexico City. In front of the market, people stand next to large pots of boiling pots, selling delicious red pancita soup.

Behind it are meat stalls, fiery red chili peppers, candied fruit covered in sugar, and a variety of thick black sauces. Visitors can browse the canned jam stalls at the 150-year-old Mercado la Merced as well as other delicious Mexican foods and ingredients such as fresh vegetables, fruits, candies, and famous dishes such as pancita.
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5. Egyptian Spice Bazaar, Istanbul

The name "spice market" but the Egyptian spice market sells many different items, but spices are still the main commodity and there are so many spices here that you will be surprised. The sincere advice when coming here is to stay away from the stalls selling fake jewelry and go to the stalls selling snacks such as: Candy, cakes or Turkish specialties. You should never miss a Turkish breakfast with sheep cheese with olives and local honey.

The Spice Bazaar in Istanbul dates back to the 17th century, is open seven days a week (open half a day on Sunday) and is a favorite place for housewives when looking to buy cooking spices. This is also a famous culinary paradise since the 60s of the last century. You can buy dried fruits, spices, nuts, spices, olive oil as well as quality essential oils. Coming to the Spice Bazaar, you will smell the scent of spices everywhere in the market. The Spice Bazaar was built in the 1660s as part of the construction of the Eminonu Mosque (Yeni Camii), part of the rent for the market was used to renovate the mosque.

The Spice Bazaar is also known as the Egyptian Bazaar because it was built from taxes on imported goods from Egypt. During its heyday (before the Suez Canal), the Spice Bazaar was the last stop on the legendary Silk Road (passing through China, Persia - present-day Iran, India, Egypt, etc). Coming to this market, you will smell the scent of spices everywhere. The sellers are also enthusiastic to advise customers on products. The Spice Bazaar is L-shaped, with more than 100 shops and 6 gates. The market is bustling all day long with its characteristic scent of spices. Spice lovers can spend the whole day wandering around the market or getting lost in the colorful array of spices from around the world gathered here.
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6. Kor Tor Market, Bangkok

Kor Tor Market is a place that provides fresh meat and seafood as well as fresh processed foods. Here, this market also sells a lot of processed foods, delicious Thai specialties. If you don't want to buy them, you can completely go to the restaurant to enjoy a bowl of curry or the famous papaya salad. When you're done, don't forget to leave a thank you note to the restaurant owner!

Or Tor Kor Market is known by many food bloggers and tourists, thanks to its cleanliness and carefully selected high-quality food. This place is ranked by CNN as one of the 10 most famous fresh markets in the world. At Or Tor Kor, you can find all kinds of typical Thai items such as fruits, seafood, vegetables, processed dishes such as sontam, roast pork, grilled meat... to cakes, spices, dried foods. If you are looking for plump, unblemished, golden mangoes, Or Tor Kor is the place to go. Most of the prices here are higher than outside, but the quality is completely worth the money you spend.

You will be surprised at Or Tor Kor's cleanliness. The floors are cleaned regularly, the stalls are arranged reasonably and divided into areas such as the food area, seafood area, and fruit area. In the middle of the market is a large space with chairs for customers to rest or enjoy snacks when their feet are tired from walking around the market. But what impressed me most was the way the items in the market were arranged very professionally and eye-catchingly. You cannot indifferently pass by the stalls selling brightly colored, plump fruits without buying anything. Every item is fresh, of consistent quality, and every fruit is the same size. Thai plums, guavas, pomelos, longans, apples, tangerines, and persimmons are displayed and carefully tended for the convenience of customers visiting, shopping, and enjoying. Golden durian pieces are skillfully wrapped in paper like a boat so you can bite and enjoy the whole piece without getting it sticky on your hands.... Even if you don't intend to shop much, Or Tor Kor is still a great place to explore and admire the richness of Thai cuisine.
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7. Pike Place Market, Seattle

The “public market” sign hanging at the entrance is truly in keeping with the spirit of Pike Place Market. This 110-year-old market not only supports local farmers and food vendors, but also provides affordable housing and essential services for low-income families. With a history of more than 100 years, Pike Place Market is known as the soul of Seattle and is the largest agricultural and seafood market in Washington state. Pike Place plays an important role as a place for trading between residents and local food producers. In addition, Pike Place also provides services and affordable housing for low-income families. Pike Place is famous for its fresh-caught seafood such as salmon, crab, oysters, etc. and its signature smoked seafood. While you’re here, don’t miss the fish markets, which sell freshly caught salmon, crabs, clams, and other mouth-watering smoked seafood.

Pike Place Market is one of Seattle’s most iconic destinations, and one of the most exciting markets in the United States. It’s not just a tourist attraction, but a place where many locals come to pick up ingredients for dinner or a colorful bouquet of flowers. If you’re planning on visiting the Emerald City, you won’t want to miss it, but there are a few things you should know before you go. The market also offers plenty of entertainment. Not only is it a great place to people watch, but the fishmongers tossing in the day’s fresh catch always put on an impressive show. On any given day, there are also a number of street performers, many of whom are quite talented, and some who bring some pretty unique skills while wearing bizarre costumes.

The key to a great experience is visiting the market at the right time, which is especially important on weekends and in the summer when cruise ships dock at Elliott Bay, bringing in hordes of tourists, many of whom head straight for the market.

If you can, try to arrive early in the morning when vendors start setting up, just before 9:30. It’s much easier to find parking, with cheap metered spaces available right below on the Alaska. Pike Place Market is known as the soul of Seattle. The fishmongers at Pike Place live and work with great passion, dedication, and devotion to their customers. They are a source of creative inspiration, making life dynamic, energetic, and joyful. It was from this market that the idea for the Fish Market Philosophy for Life series was born - a work that was a bestseller in the United States for three years in a row and has been translated into over 30 other languages.
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8. Chinatown Food Complex and Kreta Ayer Wet Market, Singapore

Chinatown Food Complex is one of the super delicious food areas in Singapore. Here, you can find countless delicious dishes in small stalls: fish head soup, rice with sticks, ... After eating, you can go down the stairs to visit Kreta Ayer Wet Market - where meat and raw products are sold. In particular, here sells a lot of Chinese food, seafood: frogs, eels, soft-shell turtles, ...

Chinatown Food Street is one of the busiest shopping centers in Singapore. Here, you will have the opportunity to taste famous dishes of the Lion Island such as Bahru Meng Kee roast duck, katong Keah Kee fried oysters, Geylang frog porridge, Hokkien noodles... A few steps away from the Chinese food street, you will come to Kreta Ayer Wet Market, which sells traditional ingredients of Chinese cuisine such as frogs, eels or turtles. Chinatown Food Center is one of many hawker centers in Singapore, a giant food court where professional chefs serve specialties at small stalls. The most popular dishes are fish soup and rice balls. Chinatown Singapore has gone through many challenges and difficulties to become a "gem" that everyone knows today. In 1989, areas such as Telok Ayer, Tanjong Pagar, Bukit Pasoh and Kreta Ayer were all granted conservation status.

Traditional business houses have now become offices and shops. But each of these locations allows visitors to easily relate to Chinatown's history in their own way. Use different perspectives to feel on the journey to explore Chinatown's memories.
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9. Varvakios Agora Market, Athens

Varvakios Agora Market is Athens's busiest public market. Every day, it is bustling with locals and tourists alike. In addition to fresh seafood, there are also meats, fresh cheeses and olives for sale. If you get hungry while wandering around the market, don't hesitate to stop by a food stall for a snack or a glass of ouzo, the country's most delicious aperitif. After your drink, try some other dishes to experience all the flavors of this market. "Agora" means "marketplace" in Belgian. The Ancient Agora in Athens is not only a place where goods are bought and sold, but also has political, economic and cultural significance. While today's markets are places frequented by housewives, in ancient Greece, only men could enter and exit them.

The great philosopher Socrates talked about politics and debated the truth in this ancient market. There are two ancient market ruins in Athens, one is the Ancient Agora and the other is the Roman Agora, both in the Monastiraki district, not far from each other. The biggest attraction of the ancient market is the Ancient Agora Museum, which displays many daily necessities such as pottery and vases excavated from this site. The colonnades outside the stalls are the only fully restored part of the ancient Greek ruins. Located in the capital of Athens, Greece.
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10. Nuovo Mercato di Testaccio, Rome

In 2012, the Mercato di Testaccio moved to a new, modern building and was renamed Nuovo Mercato di Testaccio. The new market has a much wider range of products. You can find anything you need here, from horse meat to a delicious tripe sandwich for lunch or take home as a gift for family and friends, which is equally interesting because the food here is quite unique and rarely sold elsewhere.

In 2012, Rome's historic Mercato di Testaccio moved to a beautiful new building. It is now the Nuovo Mercato di Testaccio. Along with the old vendors, many new vendors have also started their business in the market. Since then, it has become one of the best places to shop in the city.
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