The ultimate guide to Melbourne's best markets

District Docklands transforms to an adorable craft market for winter. Pick up lovely handmade gifts, jewellery and fashion. Or shop for decor and original artwork for your home. Got a furry friend? There's even a pet-friendly precinct selling doggie treats, accessories and outfits! Then when you've stocked up at the stalls, grab a coffee and stroll through the open-air laneways.

Gather ‘round roaring fire pits every Wednesday for the Winter Night Market. Entry is free and there'll be roaming entertainment and silent discos during the epic 13-week season. Factor in a few bucks to feast on winter comfort food. Warm up with a cup of hot mulled wine or boozy spiced Milo. Then browse vintage fashion, records and more in the specialty shops.

This local favourite makers market is on again in the beautiful Royal Exhibition Building. Peruse over 270 of stalls selling stunning gifts from local creatives. Think ethical fashion, art prints, colourful ceramics and one-of-a-kind jewellery. Then grab a bite to eat from the food stalls and kick back to live music.

Get your stretchy pants on for this epic foodie market. Make your way through more than 200 food and drink stalls from around Australia. Sample everything from artisan cheese and handmade sweet treats to small-batch gins and organic wines. Then level-up your skills in the kitchen and head to The Chef's Hat Stage for live cooking demos.

From the team behind Rose Street Market comes another local makers market. Nestled inside Younghusband in Kensington you'll find more than 60 stalls. Pick up gin from local distilleries, browse for handcrafted ceramics and find unique fashion and jewellery.

Love to curl up with a good book? Stock up on top titles at Queen Victoria Market every Saturday and Sunday. Choose from thousands of new and pre-loved reads. The collections are selected by some of Melbourne’s most experienced booksellers, authors and illustrators.

Visit one of Melbourne's most unique neighbourhoods and browse this local monthly market. Fuel up with a coffee then peruse unique goodies from local makers, artisan treats, homewares and kids accessories. Then it's only a short stroll to The Premises for a cheeky brunch date.

Wander rows of treats and treasures at this undercover market every Sunday. Spanning a mammoth three levels, this Melbourne institution recently moved from the Arts Centre to new digs in Southgate. From silk scarves to gourmet goodies, you're bound to uncover some unique finds.