French Market

Item: French Market
Author: Beth D'Addono

Type: Farmers Markets, Public Markets, Shopping Districts

10Best Says

The French Market is a bustling, open-air shopping center that can hold as many as 220 vendors on a given day. Shop for paintings, clothing and specialty items while enjoying New Orleans street music and smells of fresh gumbo and jambalaya. The market has a ton of history, having existed on the same piece of land for more than two centuries. Some of the best items to find here are stylish sun hats, all kinds of t-shirts, beads galore, prints and original art, great shawls and sarongs. Although geared towards tourists, locals know the market is a lively experience with decent prices.

Address:

1008 N Peters St
New Orleans, LA 70116

Phone:

504-636-6400

Website:

frenchmarket.org

EXPERT TIPS BY: Beth D'Addono
New Orleans Local Expert

Best Shopping: "There are tasty food stalls in the market, including an oyster bar with fresh local seafood."
Christmas Shopping: "This can be a great place to pick up New Orleans gifts, from Mardi Gras beads to feathered masks, on a budget."
Shopping Malls and Centers: "This can be a great place to pick up an authentic Mardi Gras mask."

Recommended as Best Shopping Because: The French Market offers all kinds of goodies for souvenir shoppers.
Best for Christmas Shopping Because: You may see and hear carolers, marching bands and of course a brightly lit holiday tree when you visit the French Market during Christmas time.
Best for Shopping Malls and Centers Because: While not a mall, the French Market is a shopping mecca for ticky tacky souvenirs along with local hand-crafted goods.