Flea Market / Vlooimark Cape Town
🗒️ 3 Flea Markets
- Milnerton Flea MarketCape TownSat 8:00-14:00, Sun 8:00-15:00
- Greenmarket SquareCape TownMon-Sat 9:00-16:00
- Bay Harbour MarketCape TownFri 17:00-21:00, Sat & Sun 9:30-16:00
Milnerton Flea Market
💰 What to buy here
- Vintage Tools & Hardware Buy50-250 ZAR → Sell online200-800 ZAR on Bob Shop Look for well-known brands like Record, Stanley, and Rabone. Check for rust and completeness.
- Africana Books & Maps Buy100-400 ZAR → Sell online500-1500 ZAR on Bob Shop, or 50-200€ on eBay for rare editio First editions and books on the Anglo-Boer War or early Cape history are highly sought after. Check for intact spines and maps.
- Antique Kitchenware & Enamel Buy80-300 ZAR → Sell online250-700 ZAR on Facebook Marketplace Look for complete sets of canisters or utensils. Brands like Hart and Judge Ware are popular.
- Military Memorabilia Buy150-500 ZAR → Sell online600-2000 ZAR on Bob Shop Boer War and WWII items are common. Check for authenticity and condition of medals and badges.
Greenmarket Square
💰 What to buy here
- Wooden & Stone Sculptures Buy150-600 ZAR → Sell online400-1500 ZAR on Bob Shop Inspect the quality of the carving. Heavier pieces made from ironwood or serpentine stone are more valuable.
- Beaded Jewellery & Art Buy50-200 ZAR → Sell online150-500 ZAR on Gumtree Look for intricate patterns and quality beadwork, especially from Ndebele or Zulu traditions.
- Leather & Ostrich Egg Bags Buy200-700 ZAR → Sell online500-1800 ZAR on Bob Shop Check the quality of the stitching and zippers. Authenticity of ostrich leather is key.
Bay Harbour Market
💰 What to buy here
- Quirky Local Fashion Buy250-700 ZAR → Sell online500-1500 ZAR on Gumtree or Instagram Look for small, independent designers with a unique style. Items made from local fabrics like Shweshwe sell well.
- Upcycled & Recycled Decor Buy100-400 ZAR → Sell online300-900 ZAR on Bob Shop Items made from reclaimed wood, metal, or plastic are popular. Look for functional art.
- Photography Prints Buy300-1000 ZAR → Sell online800-2500 ZAR on Bob Shop Focus on iconic Cape Town landscapes or wildlife photography. Signed, limited edition prints are best.
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What are the best flea markets in Cape Town?
Well-known flea markets in Cape Town include Milnerton Flea Market (Cape Town), Greenmarket Square (Cape Town) and Bay Harbour Market (Cape Town). This page lists 3 markets with addresses, opening hours and what to buy there to resell.
When are flea markets open in Cape Town?
Most run on weekends. Milnerton Flea Market: Sat 8:00-14:00, Sun 8:00-15:00; Greenmarket Square: Mon-Sat 9:00-16:00; Bay Harbour Market: Fri 17:00-21:00, Sat & Sun 9:30-16:00. Hours change with the season, so check the market's own website before you go.
What can you buy at flea markets in Cape Town to resell?
Good finds at these markets include Vintage Tools & Hardware (buy 50-250 ZAR, resell 200-800 ZAR on Bob Shop), Africana Books & Maps (buy 100-400 ZAR, resell 500-1500 ZAR on Bob Shop, or 50-200€ on eBay for rare editio), Antique Kitchenware & Enamel (buy 80-300 ZAR, resell 250-700 ZAR on Facebook Marketplace) and Military Memorabilia (buy 150-500 ZAR, resell 600-2000 ZAR on Bob Shop). Check what an item actually sold for before you pay — the FlipTip app shows real sold prices from a photo.