The Grand Parade flea market. Photo courtesy Isriya Paireepairit

Food, clothing, crafts, whatever tickles your fancy, you’re sure to find it in Cape Town. And the best news is you don’t have to wait until the weekend to do so.

Indulge in an hour or two of well deserved retail therapy at one of these fantastic weekday markets in the Mother City:

Khayelitsha Craft Market

For an authentic township shopping experience, head out to this fantastic craft market in Khayelitsha each weekday.

Location: St Michaels and All Angels Anglican Church, Khayelitsha

Contact: +27 (0)21 361 5246

Grand Parade Flea Market

Bursting with a variety of goods, including homeware, clothing and more, this is a great Wednesday inner city market.

Location: Darling, Lower Plein, and Buitenkant Streets, Cape Town

Website: www.capetown.gov.za

Triangle Square Market

Freshly made treats, books and chic clothing are on offer at the Triangle Square Market each Friday from 11h00 to 17h00

Location: Cavendish Square, Dreyer Street, Claremont

Contact: +27 (0)21 657 5620

Website: www.cavendish.co.za

Mielie Market

Buy some of the healthy produce grown at the Mielie Food Garden in Khayelitsha or get some unusual crafts from the Mielie Shop at this community-focused, Friday market in Newlands.

Location: Montebello Design Centre, 31 Newlands Avenue, Newlands

Contact: +27 (0)21 686 2026

Hout Bay Organic Market

Fulfil your fresh quota while stocking up on the best organic supplies in Hout Bay each Thursday morning between 09h00 and 13h00.

Location: The Health Path, 41 Victoria Ave, Hout Bay

Contact: +27 (0)21 790 5231