How to enjoy the Queen Victoria Market

Queen Vic Market is the place to be when shopping in Melbourne.

Queen Victoria Market

Both a tourist hotspot, and local hub, being their go-to spot for fresh fruit, dairy, and meat. Offering an outstanding variety of goodies and treats, Melbourne’s Queen Victoria Market can satisfy even the fussiest eater!

Enjoy the Fresh Jam Donuts

Whether it’s your first stop in the market or your sweet conclusion, heading to the Donut van of Vic Market is an essential activity. The van is always packed, with queues starting as soon as the shop opens. Offering you delicious jam-filled doughnuts covered in sparkling sugar. You get the doughnuts burning hot, seeing them being made right in front of you when you are walking in line. Being one of the closest things Melbourne has to local street food, with both locals and tourists waiting to grab a bag full for their weekend treat.

Hear the shouts of the Fish and Meat Market

The fish and meat section of Vic Market is easily heard before visitors even see it, with the staff members famously shouting their sales and products out to the crowds throughout the day. They boom in the concrete building that houses the meat and fish, enhancing the voices even more so you are surrounded by this echoing thunder of words.

Sample some cheese at the Dairy Section

Home to an entire region of antipasto treats, the dairy section is home to delicious cheese, butter, spreads, and fresh bread, perfect for those looking to spoil themselves with these savoury treats. Simply ask for a chunk of a certain cheese, or even a slice of prosciutto to nibble on to decide which goodie you’ll purchase today!

Look at the local souvenirs

Located at the top of the market is the knick-knack section. Home to Australian made goods such as indigenous paintings, Australian bush hats, and stylish clothes. Simply stroll through the shops and see if anything catches your fancy!

See the Chickens

Yes, you truly will see everything at this market, including live chickens you can purchase for your home! These stalls offer both fresh eggs from their finest farm chickens, as well as chicks and full-grown chickens to buy to make your own chicken family. There is a range of chicken types to choose from, but make sure you ask the owners about each breed, with some being superior egg layers than others.