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Cascine Market in Florence: the Tuesday market, what to buy and how to get there

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The Cascine Market is Florence’s largest open-air market: it takes place every Tuesday morning along the main avenue of Cascine Park, from early morning until around lunchtime. You’ll find clothing, shoes, bags, homeware and food at market prices. From Piazza Ognissanti it’s about a 15-20 minute walk along the Arno.

If you’re in Florence on a Tuesday, the Cascine Market is a truly local experience: it’s where Florentines shop, with hundreds of stalls under the trees of the park. Here’s how to enjoy it.

When is the Cascine Market?

It runs every Tuesday morning all year round, except on some holidays or special events. Stalls open early and start packing up around lunchtime: the best time is between 9 and 11am.

Where is the Cascine Market?

Along the main avenue of Cascine Park, the large park on the right bank of the Arno west of the centre. From Piazza Ognissanti just follow the riverside west: about 15-20 minutes on foot. Or take tram T1 (Cascine stop).

Open-air market stalls in Florence
Open-air markets are one of the most authentic ways to experience Florence

What to buy at the Cascine Market?

  • Clothing and accessories: new and sometimes second-hand items, scarves, leather bags.
  • Shoes and leather goods: always check the quality before buying.
  • Homeware and textiles.
  • Food: fruit, vegetables, cheese, cured meats and plants.

Tips for visiting

  • Bring cash: not every stall takes cards.
  • Keep an eye on bags and wallets, as in any crowded place.
  • After the market, stroll through the park or walk back along the Arno.

Are there other markets in Florence?

Yes. The Mercato Centrale (San Lorenzo) for food, open every day, is 10 minutes from the station, and the Sant’Ambrogio Market is where Florentines do their grocery shopping. They’re the best places for Tuscan specialities.

Tuscan cured meats and cheeses at a Florence market
Tuscan cured meats and cheeses: the best of Florence’s markets

Shop at the market, cook in your apartment

One of the perks of staying in an apartment is cooking what you buy at the market. All our apartments have a fully equipped kitchen: L&D 51 Suites, Suite Mariasole and Suite Piccolo Principe. More ideas in our guide to things to do near Piazza Ognissanti.

15 minutes’ walk from the Cascine Market

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FAQ

What day is the Cascine Market in Florence?

The Cascine Market is held every Tuesday morning in Cascine Park.

What time does the Cascine Market close?

Stalls stay open until around lunchtime; the best time to go is between 9 and 11am.

How do you get to the Cascine Market?

Walk along the Arno from Piazza Ognissanti in 15-20 minutes, or take tram T1 to the Cascine stop.

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