Selected for you: 7 favorite flea markets in Vienna

Rummage, haggle, rejoice: Selected flea markets in Vienna

People swap and buy and sell – it’s in their nature. (They are just as happy to watch the sun go down or eat a good ice cream). What we have been doing for thousands of years has one of its most beautiful manifestations in the culture of flea markets. So that you don’t always go to the same ones, we have put together some secret tips and seven unique flea markets in Vienna for you.

Selected for you: 7 flea markets in Vienna

Whatever you are passionate about, whether vintage clothing, antique furniture, bicycles or an exquisite selection of rare plants – there are flea markets, swap meets and second-hand events in Vienna where everyone can find what they are looking for. This way, old things find new uses, less waste is created and less new stuff needs to be produced. Sustainability is a top priority at our selected addresses:

48er Tandler: Viennese second-hand market

The 48er Tandler is available at two locations: furniture, crockery, toys, clothes and bicycles in Vienna’s 5th and 22nd districts offer just about everything that we humans accumulate over time. The stores, which are open all year round, breathe new life into old items by presenting them in a stylish setting. A flea market with a difference.

When?
Wednesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (except public holidays)

Where?
Siebenbrunnenfeldgasse 3
1050 Wien

Percostraße 2
1220 Wien

Bicycle flea market at WUK

Once a month, one afternoon is dedicated entirely to non-motorized two-wheelers at the WUK art and culture center. The pretty and renovated inner courtyard is located between Arne Karlsson Park and the Volksoper directly on Währinger Straße and therefore almost in the heart of Vienna’s 9th district. Private sellers and collectors can offer their old bikes there, and fittingly there is also a self-help workshop next door in part of the building – perfect for the start of a new bike season.

When?
Every first Wednesday in the Month, 3 – 6 p.m. (except January)

Where?
WUK
Währinger Straße 59
1090 Wien

Savarts Fleamarket

Driven by the desire to make our interiors even more beautiful, Artur Savenkov specializes in furnishings and furniture – and exhibits them in a dreamlike apartment in Vienna’s 4th district. At Savarts Fleamarket, you will find everything your vintage heart desires, from mid-century to modern classics, although you will only be guided through the rooms by appointment. However, flea market weekends are held at irregular intervals, during which a larger public is granted access to the flea market refuge. The best way to find out when this is is on Instagram.

When?
Several dates per year

Where?
Prinz-Eugen-Straße 30/2
1040 Wien

Säcondhänd – Design, Vintage, Fashion

In April 2024, the Säcondhänd-Fest took place for the seventh time at Vienna’s Semmelweisklinik and the next event is sure to follow. This real insider tip for vintage fans offers flea market items from more than just one category: Design items, vintage accessories and fashion from many decades come under the hammer here, with a special focus on the 1950s to 1990s – the timeless classics, in other words.

When?
Several dates per year

Where?
Semmelweisklinik
Hockegasse 37 | Haus 4
1180 Wien

Sparkling wine in hand – Café Journal

The name says it all, because in addition to the real flea market flair within the four walls of Café Journal, there is a free glass of sparkling wine on top. Moist and cheerful shopping takes on a whole new meaning at the Sekt in Hand flea market in Vienna, and you don’t have to worry about bad weather – the flea market is taking place. Unfortunately, it’s all too rare, although the café in the 7th district is a real treasure. For regular updates on the next event, you should follow her Instagram.

When?
At irregular intervals

Where?
Café Journal
Kaiserstraße 56
1070 Wien

Rarities Exchange in the Botanical Garden

A flea market of a special kind, unfortunately only once a year, when spring arrives. But then it’s all the more magnificent. Just in time for the start of the garden and balcony season, the haute volee of plant connoisseurs come together (usually) in April at the Botanical Garden’s rarities market: Special treasures that are not even available in specialist shops can be found there: Wild flowers, vegetable plants, perennials, shrubs, cacti, bromeliads.

When?
On three days in spring, usually in April, from 9:30-18:00

Where?
Botanischer Garten der Universität Wien
Eingang Mechelgasse/Praetoriusgasse
1030 Wien

Project Wardrobe – Room within a room

What draws us to the flea markets in Vienna? That’s right, the desire for new but old treasures. Fast fashion has had its day; what counts is sustainability, recyclability and the joy of swapping – and haggling. However, the Gaderobe project takes a completely different approach to that of traditional flea markets. Instead of exchanging money for goods, you bring seven of your favorite pieces and swap them for seven new ones. An exciting project by Raum im Raum that you shouldn’t miss out on. It usually takes place several times a year, the best way to keep up to date is to check the calendar on the website.

When?
Several dates per year

Where?
Kirchberggasse 11
1070 Wien