If you’re a food lover, this is the place for you. Six blocks of food, entertainment, crafts, and art all waiting for you to explore. Whether you’re looking to pick up some fresh produce or buy a homemade candle, you can find it all here at the French Market. Let’s take a closer look at what makes this place to special.
French Market has been a part of New Orleans history for more than 200 years, making it America’s oldest public market.
French Market New Orleans/Facebook It has existed on the same site since 1791.
It began as a Native American trading post on the banks of the Mississippi River.
French Market New Orleans/Facebook Today, it has become a commercial and entertainment hub for New Orleans.
You’ll have so much fun browsing the French Market, stopping by all of the vendors.
French Market New Orleans/Facebook It’s six blocks of shopping, so be prepared to do some walking.
Foodies, you’ll be able to stock your fridge and pantry with fresh, local fruits and veggies, jams and jellies, pickled products, and so much more.
French Market New Orleans/Facebook It’s even a great place to pick up your pumpkins for Halloween.
You’ll want to stop by for their bi-weekly farmers market.
French Market New Orleans/Facebook The French Market is home to two weekly farmers markets: Crescent City Farmers Market (Wednesdays 1 to 5 p.m.) and Artisan Saturday Market (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
You’ll find great deals on art, jewelry, candles, and more.
Tiff C./Yelp There’s something for everyone here.
And while you’re out and about, you can stop at one of the many food vendors for a quick (and delicious) bite to eat.
Su M./Yelp You can get some of the best, most delicious food here, so be sure to come hungry!
The market is open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is located at 1008 N Peters Street in New Orleans.
French Market New Orleans/Facebook
It has existed on the same site since 1791.
Today, it has become a commercial and entertainment hub for New Orleans.
It’s six blocks of shopping, so be prepared to do some walking.
It’s even a great place to pick up your pumpkins for Halloween.
The French Market is home to two weekly farmers markets: Crescent City Farmers Market (Wednesdays 1 to 5 p.m.) and Artisan Saturday Market (9 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
Tiff C./Yelp
There’s something for everyone here.
Su M./Yelp
You can get some of the best, most delicious food here, so be sure to come hungry!
Have you ever been to the French Market? Let us know in the comments below!
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