Marché des Enfants Rouges
Update, 18 October 2026. Marché des Enfants Rouges, on rue de Bretagne, considered the oldest covered market in Paris (1615), was destroyed by a fire on 12 October 2026. A rebuild has been announced, with no reopening date: check the City of Paris news before you come.
Marché Bastille
On boulevard Richard-Lenoir, right next to Place de la Bastille, one of the largest open-air markets in Paris is held in the morning on certain days of the week (usually Thursday and Sunday). Fruit, vegetables, cheese, fish, flowers, roast chicken, and stalls from every region. It is 200 m from the hotel.
Marché d'Aligre
A little further east, in the 12th arrondissement, Place d'Aligre combines an open-air market, a covered hall and a flea market. Prices are more modest than in the centre, and the atmosphere very local.
Tips
- Go before noon for the best choice.
- Bring a bag and a bit of cash for small stalls.
- For a picnic, buy at the market and head to Place des Vosges.
Good to know. Market days and hours can change: check the City of Paris website. For sit-down meals, read where to eat near Bastille.
Frequently asked questions
What happened to the Enfants Rouges market?
The market, in Le Marais, was destroyed by a fire on 12 October 2026; a rebuild has been announced, with no reopening date.