Northern Cyprus market schedules

Special attention is deserved by the wandering farmer's market in Northern Cyprus. It is unique in its long history and has a rather unusual schedule of operation.

The thing is, it operates on different days in different cities. Many years ago, local farmers developed a tradition of taking their produce to nearby cities for sale. This tradition has been preserved to this day. Below, we will tell you on which days in which cities you can buy farm products.

On the shelves, you can find all kinds of fruits and vegetables grown by local farmers, various spices, nuts, and candied fruits. Be sure to pay attention to the counter with local fish and marine creatures. You will also find genuine Turkish coffee of various grinds and varieties. And also inexpensive clothes, bed linen, and even carpets.

• Cities where the market operates
• Frequently asked questions about the farmer's market

Cities where the market operates

Farmer's market in Kyrenia

The market starts its journey on Wednesdays in Kyrenia, farmers are located just above Bariş Park near the bus station, from which buses depart to the airport.

Farmer's market in Famagusta

On Thursdays, the market moves to Famagusta, you can find it at the old bus terminal in the city center.

Farmer's market in Iskele

Here the market comes on Fridays, and you can buy goods in the territory of Anavatan Park.

Farmer's market in Nicosia

In the capital, the market operates on Saturdays and Sundays, the location is called Market Place or Merkez Lefkoşa, closer to the eastern entrance to the city from the highway.

Farmer's market in Güzelürt

On Saturdays, there is also a market in Güzelürt, in the remote part of the city, not far from the amphitheater and the municipal theater.

Frequently asked questions about the farmer's market

What are the market's operating hours?

The market starts at 10:00 am and closes at 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. In Güzelürt, it starts earlier, around 12:00 - 1:00 pm. As a life hack: starting to gather at 4:00 pm, vegetable and fruit sellers offer significant discounts on their products, and you can bargain with them until the victory. Other goods by 4:00 pm are most likely already packed and taken to the next city on the route.

Where can I find the markets in the specified cities?

Below the text, we have inserted maps with the exact location of the market in each of the cities.

Where can I buy fresh fish and meat besides the market?

If you don't have time for the market, we have compilations of places that are ready to sell you fresh products throughout the week:

• fish shops in Northern Cyprus;
• meat shops in Northern Cyprus.

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