About Adelaide Central Market
Adelaide Central Market is a large undercover fresh produce market in central Adelaide, South Australia, located on Gouger Street between Grote Street and Victoria Square. Established in 1869 and trading since 22 January 1870, it is one of Australia's largest and oldest markets. It houses over 70 traders offering fruit, vegetables, meat, seafood, cheese, bread, and multicultural foods, and is notable for its heritage character and role as the city's central food hub.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a bustling indoor market hall with wide aisles lined with stalls selling fresh fruit, vegetables, meat, seafood, cheese, smallgoods, bread, pastries and international groceries. The setting is an undercover complex with permanent shopfronts and market stalls, food courts and casual eateries. Visitors can browse, sample produce, dine at cafes and eateries, join guided food tours, and explore adjacent Gouger Street and Chinatown precincts.
Key highlights
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One of Australia's largest undercover fresh produce markets with over 70 traders
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Wide range of fresh fruit, vegetables, seafood, meat, cheese and bakery products
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Multicultural food offerings reflecting Adelaide's diverse communities
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Central Market Arcade and food hall with cafes and eateries
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Guided tours and cooking demonstrations available