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There are those who love the smell of yellowed pages, those who seek the perfect Levi’s from the 1980s, and those who go crazy for furniture and objects with a story to tell. If you, too, are part of the vintage tribe and adore flea markets, Milan is the city for you. Every weekend comes alive with Sunday markets full of surprises, as well as on specific days of the week, where you can unearth real treasures at affordable prices.
Here are the 11 vintage markets in Milan that you absolutely cannot miss: perfect for those who love beautiful things… with a past.
East Market
East Market is the largest of the vintage markets in Milan. The event comes to life every third Sunday of the month at 84 Via Mecenate. You can really find anything here. From clothes, to accessories, designer items, vinyls and everything you can imagine, there is here. The event is really an experience. There are realities from a little bit from all over Italy offering the best of their products. If you want to go on a vintage “binge,” East Market is for you. While if you want to binge in the true sense of the word, in the square outside there are always several street food trucks with specialties such as, meatballs, fried food, sandwiches, hot dogs. In short, East Market knows how to grab people and make them experience something special.
When: last Sunday of each month, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: 84 Via Mecenate. You pay a 5 euro ticket to enter, which can be purchased online or on site, more info here.
Antiques exhibition in downtown Milan
We also point out that every first, second and third Thursday of the month in Piazza Diaz, starting from the Museo del ‘900 to understand you, you will find a whole series of stalls dedicated to antiques and vintage with exhibitors offering lots of things to browse through if you like the genre.
Where: Diaz Square.
The Brera Market.
Famous vintage market that has filled the streets of the neighborhood of the same name since 1981. The event takes place every third Sunday of the month. Visitors can discover, among the tiny streets of the neighborhood, numerous stalls including costume jewelry, vintage and accessories.
The fair in Senigallia
Historic Milan Fair. It is the oldest flea market in Milan and dates back to the 1800s. It takes place on the Navigli every Saturday. The amount of stalls you can find is exponential, as are the products ranging from furniture, clothes, accessories, old coins, DVDs, vinyls, shoes, bags, leather goods, hardware items and much more. It is truly picturesque as an atmosphere.
Where: Ripa di Porta Ticinese.
Casello Market
At the Casello San Cristoforo, the Sunday market is a mix of urban style and creativity: vintage fashion, sought-after second-hand, crafts and lifestyle. A market where every stall tells a story: perfect for those who want to discover a trendy corner of Milan. And the heat doesn’t frighten: an evening version is planned for the summer , from 5 to 11 p.m., with the Casello Comedy Lab, craft beer, street food and handmade creations to be discovered under the stars. Vintage, in Milan, is also a show here.
Where: Casello San Cristoforo, Via Pesto, 1.
Remira Market
Another little place to browse and find cute and “old-fashioned” items is Remira Market. Another reality to be included among the vintage markets in Milan that you cannot miss. Second-hand clothes, vintage, accessories, bags, jackets, shoes. You can find everything and more here. Remira’s website reads “Remira Market is a second-hand market that invites people to look at things with new eyes to give them a second life. We support awareness related to environmental protection and an eco-friendly lifestyle.” A friendly, sustainable, conscious and fun environment.
Next extraordinary edition at the Martinitt Theater on Pitteri Street on June 4, 2023 from 10 am to 8:30 pm. You can usually find it in the garden of the Temple of the Lost Future at Via L. Nono, 9 – Milan.
Barter Market
Not quite vintage but enough is the Mercato del Baratto (Barter Market), the market where everything is free that is the largest in Italy. How it works. You bring a maximum of 15 items of your choice (in good condition if possible) to trade for other items you like best. Each item becomes a token to be used later at the various stalls. A cute, nice and sustainable way to get rid of what we no longer like and give things new life instead of throwing them away. No money, just barter like in the old days. Curious, no? Free and free admission. Every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Via Luigi Nono, 9 – Temple of the Lost Future.
Mercatone dell’Antiquariato at the Naviglio Grande
The Mercatone dell’Antiquariato is held on the last Sunday of the month on the Navigli: you can explore a route of stalls (from Viale Gorizia to the bridge on Via Valenza) with more than 380 stands of quality antiques. From ceramics to jewelry, furniture to vintage fashion, it’s Milan’s secondhand market perfect for unearthing unique pieces.
Where: Alzaia Naviglio Grande, 22/30.
Viale Papiniano Market
The Viale Papiniano district market, held on Tuesdays and Saturdays, offers a vintage area where you can browse through clothing, accessories, leather goods and used items. An ideal stop for those who want to explore Milan’s most authentic flea markets, where popular atmosphere and bargains meet among the multitude of stalls.
Where: Viale Papiniano, Milan.
Chameleon Market
This original Sunday market between nature and the city offers vintage, crafts and sustainable design. Sundays in Milan become an authentic experience thanks to vintage markets with a green soul, where creatives, selected used goods and a metropolitan picnic atmosphere meet.
Where: Cascina Nascosta, viale Alemagna 14
Good Sunday Market
Every Sunday at Mosso ‘s takes place the Buona Domenica Market: selected stalls of vintage clothing, accessories and design objects. Ideal as a Sunday market in Milan for a stroll through the city among unique pieces, great street food and creative vibes: vintage meets contemporary taste.
Where: Via Angelo Mosso, 3.
Keep in mind that most of Milan’s markets take a break in the summer months! So that you don’t go on a wild goose chase, we recommend that you always check out the official websites or social profiles of the event to see if the market will be happening!