Paris Flea Market Tips & Video

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I know you probably thought I was done with the Paris posts. Me too, but I realized I never shared the flea market with you. How could I forget? We all love the flea market! So I thought I’d share a few tips and a short little video for you…

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1. There isn’t a bad flea market in Paris. They’re all good and I doubt you will walk away empty handed from any of them. I really liked Porte de Vanves and went twice.
The closest Metro: Porte de Vanves stops right in front! Open Sat and Sun.

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2. Be prepared to negotiate. I didn’t pay asking price for anything, and in fact found the dealers fun, friendly and fairly reasonable. They seemed to really like Americans and most spoke some English. At least enough to work out a deal.

3. Don’t go at 7am unless it’s the middle of summer, or you’re prepared for chilly darkess and have a flashlight. Most dealers weren’t set up until 8. Instead, sleep in a bit then grab a pain au chocolat and hot cafe on your way. Afterall…it’s Paris.

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4. Wear layers, bring a good size tote bag, and keep your money close to you. We didn’t experience any trouble with pick pockets but have heard lots of stories.

5. Don’t bring your passport. It’s not needed and a pain if you loose it.

6. Here’s a great guide on getting to the biggest flea market in the world, Marche aux Puces de Saint-Ouen. But keep in mind…this is the spendy market.

Most importantly, have fun! It’s an experience of a lifetime!

 

21 Responses to “Paris Flea Market Tips & Video”

  2. susie harris

    So beautiful! Reminds me of Round Top…will kinda 😉
    Thanks for sharing more. I don’t think I could ever get tired of your Paris trip. More please~

  3. Susan

    wow, looks amazing! thank you for sharing who knows if i’ll ever get there! hope all is well! susan

  4. Tracie~My Petite Maison

    Love it, Heather… there’s nothing like the French markets. I really think it’s wonderful you stressed the French dealers liked Americans. I have never had any other experience, even had store owner give me something in friendship since husband and I knew works of Jean Cocteau.
    Really lovely post.

  5. melissa

    It would be a dream come true to go to an actual Paris flea market!! I so enjoy my trip through your pictures.

  6. aneyefordetail

    I love all the markets in paris.. and no, have never had trouble. The only problem is wanting to carry home too many things!

  9. Rose C.

    Oh…someday maybe I’ll get to take a tour of a Paris flea market in person.
    HuGs.
    Rose

  11. Rhonda

    Oh Heather, I’m never done reading posts about Paris flea markets. I love them. Yours is great! I did go to the Marche aux Puces and loved it. I had no idea it was the pricey one – next time I will know to visit the others.

  13. Suzann Santa Maria

    Thank you Heather I’m writing down everything to say about Paris. My husband & I are planning a trip first week of Sept.I find everything you are writing about ever helpful.

  15. Liz Mathews

    Oh memories! Thank you for posting that video- its perfect! I was there two years ago, and I actually remember the one booth with all of the sewing notions and fabric treasures. Now I’m dying to go back! Good for your for bringing you camera and recording the adventure 🙂 And lucky us for getting to come along!

  16. Sue W

    I would need an entire container ship! I wanted one of everything I saw. LOVE the dog at the end!! I’d take two of him!

  17. Kim

    Hi Heather,
    Great video -thanks for sharing. It makes you want to pack up and head over there right now! I also really like the music accompanying your video – can you tell me who is was? Thanks,
    Kim

  18. Alice

    How fun! My oldest is going to Europe this summer, and I hope she will pick up some vintage treasures for me.

  19. www.classiccasualhome.com

    This is my favorite flea market in Paris. I have all sorts of things from there like corner bobbin chairs, little oil paintings, Limoges pitchers…. very fun to relive it with your fab photos.

  20. Gabrielle @ LookSharpSconnie

    Thanks for the recommendations! I’m planning on heading over soon – and I’ll definitely have to check this one out if you speak so highly of it.
    I like your advice to bring a big bag – the hoarder within me agrees. 😉
    -Gabrielle

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