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Saturday Market in Leiden — open-air market along the water: The Saturday Market on the Nieuwe Rijn is one of the largest and liveliest markets in

Saturday Market in Leiden

The Saturday Market on the Nieuwe Rijn is one of the largest and liveliest markets in South Holland, with cheese, fish, flowers and stroopwafels.

Saturday Market: what you find here

On Wednesdays and Saturdays stalls run from the Fish Market to the Koornbrug. You will find fresh produce, clothing, flowers and typical Dutch treats.

From cloth town to today: Saturday Market

The market is centuries old: the Nieuwe Rijn was the city's trading artery, and goods were traded here as early as the Middle Ages. The covered Fish Market recalls the fish trade.

Getting to Saturday Market: route and tips

The market runs roughly from 09:00 to 17:00. Come early for a quieter atmosphere and a good terrace seat. Reachable in ten minutes on foot from Leiden Centraal.

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Location, opening hours & tickets

Address

Zaterdagmarkt Leiden
Nieuwe Rijn
2312 JD Leiden

10-minute walk from Leiden Centraal

Opening hours

Freely accessible, day and night

Every Wednesday and Saturday, roughly 09:00–17:00.

Opening hours and prices are indicative — check the official website before your visit, especially around public holidays.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a ticket for Zaterdagmarkt Leiden?
No fixed admission price is listed for Zaterdagmarkt Leiden; check the official website for current rates.
Can you buy tickets for Zaterdagmarkt Leiden online?
Tickets for Zaterdagmarkt Leiden are sold at the desk or via the official website. Our tickets page does offer combination tickets for other Leiden attractions.
How do I get to Zaterdagmarkt Leiden?
Zaterdagmarkt Leiden is a 10-minute walk from Leiden Centraal. Arriving by car? Use a city-centre car park and walk the last stretch.
When is Zaterdagmarkt Leiden least busy?
Weekday mornings just after opening and the final hour before closing are the quietest times at Zaterdagmarkt Leiden. School holidays, Sundays and public holidays are busiest.