Havelské tržiště

Beautiful berries and other things, like souvenirs. But overpriced- one box of berries 10+ Euros.. but the market is nice also just for a visit!

Scam Alert: fruit box. This was my first bad experience in Prague, and unfortunately it happened at this fruit stall in Havelský trh (Havel’s Market). I bought a fruit basket that weighed exactly 500 grams, but the vendor charged me for 800 grams. When I pointed out the actual weight clearly visible on the scale, he refused to adjust the price and simply disagreed — despite the evidence. The fruit may look attractive, but it’s already overpriced (50 CZK per 100g), and on top of that, dishonest pricing is completely unacceptable. It felt like a deliberate attempt to cheat tourists who might not question it. What makes it worse is that Havelský trh has existed since 1232 and holds great historical and cultural significance. A place with such a long-standing legacy should represent honesty and tradition — not deception and overcharging. It’s a shame to see such a historic market being tarnished by vendors like this. Tourists should be cautious, always check the weight, and avoid stalls that refuse to be transparent.

Lots of the same touristy tat on the stalls & shops but the charm is rewarding, lots of punnets of fresh fruit, some biscuits

Nice little market and Prague's oldest. We went in February and I am sure it must be larger at other times of the year. Lots of great ideas for souvenirs and momentos available here.

The souvenirs and magnets here are an excellent choice—plenty of options to bring home a piece of your trip. However, a quick tip: be mindful of the fruit pricing as it’s often listed per 100g, not per kilogram. It’s easy to overlook, so double-check to avoid surprises at the checkout. Happy shopping!

It’s a pretty simple open street market with just a few stalls. There isn’t a huge selection, so don’t expect anything too exciting, but the fruits did look fresh. It’s a decent spot to grab a quick snack or check out some local produce, but not really a must visit. If you’re in the area, it’s ok for a quick look.

A nice local market for fresh fruits, honey and other products such as soap and handmade goods. We recommend a visit.

Great place to buy suvenirs from Prague. Prices are less then other stores near Central Station. Recommend especially one shop on the first photo. Very friendly owner. Gave us extra presents after we buy few things. Thanks 😁

Havelské tržiště is a local market dating from 1232 - more than edit: 700 years! In its current form it consists of a few more than a dozen vendors, not the biggest, and probably more geared towards tourists given the location. The vendors mostly feature produce (fruits and vegetables), a honey vendor, a cured meat and spices stand, a couple baked goods spots, a vintage/local handicrafts shop, a few souvenir stands. I came in the morning around 8am on a weekday and many of the stands were just setting up. Honestly the majority of Prague seems to buy their groceries at supermarkets so while this format is great in continuity of a tradition, though I'm not sure if it can sustain in its current form over the long run. Hours are January to December: Mon-Sat 7:00am to 7:00pm Sun 8:00am to 6:30pm

Worth a look but definitely a tourist stop more than anything. If you are looking for souvenirs, you will find plenty here.

This is a fairly modest little market located close to Prague's old town square (roughly a 3-5 min walk just a couple of blocks away). I actually just happened to stumble upon this place after wandering around the area. The market is full of trinkets and items that's very tourist-centric. Many of the proprietors sell cheap shit like magnets, cups, post cards etc. Some of the shops carry produce or simple fruits and vegetables. A few others feature local artisans who sell handmade jewelry and paintings. Even though generally this place feels touristy, some of the stuff did feel very local and cool. I ended up buying a few small paintings because of the nice drawings of St. Charles bridge and other local attractions. Personally I think this isn't a place that you make a point of visiting unless you had some extra free time and wanted to check out some reasonably priced items to take back home with you (if you're a tourist). However, if you do stop by, I wouldn't be surprised if you do happen upon this place that you'll still take a few minutes to check out what they have. Some merchants here are more pushy than others but generally they are all ok. Some of them are also flexible about bargaining.

A little pricey, but great for window shopping. It's a tourist must-do!

I don't think this market should be on any to-do lists. More than likely, folks will just stumble upon it while meandering through Old Town. The market is small and easy to loop, and most of the vendors are selling cheap trinkets to tourists. I walked around the whole market, which took about ten minutes, and left empty-handed. The quality of the items was too poor for me to willingly purchase anything, despite the dirt-cheap price tags. I'd say if you're looking for souvenirs, you're better off walking into any of the countless shops in the city center. But who knows -- perhaps others will have better luck!

Rick Steve's def mentioned this super duper historic area of farmers marketing, long before it was even in style in America. Close to the corner of Melantrichova and Havelska streets... get the schedule of when they're out selling. Make like a local while being a tourist.

The Havelské Tržiště (literally in English Havel's Market) is a permanent outdoor market close to the Old Town Square (Staroměstské Náměstí) and the Můstek metro stop. Beyond just being darned cute, I've found it to have some of the best prices and selection for touristy items near the Old Town--postcards (only Kč 5), magnets, mugs, and kitschy items abound, but you'll also find nicer options than in the made-in-China neon souvenir shops. My favorites are local artwork (both originals and prints), tea and food items, and metal and ceramic jewelry. I've brought home most of my gifts from here both times I've come to Prague. Unlike in most of Prague, the prices posted are somewhat negotiable--but not terribly, usually sticking close to what is posted. However, you'll find a significant price variation from stall to stall, so it behooves you to look around before you make your final purchases. The painting we got (the exact print) ranged from Kč 450 to Kč 700 depending on the stall, and fruit and snacks had a variation of about Kč 10.

This market is definitely not the most impressive in central Europe, but it was alright. They have a lot of small gift items that are at least somewhat less touristy than all of the surrounding shops (but still obviously aimed at tourists). The fruit and veg selection is minimal. The stop is still worthwhile, but don't expect anything amazing.

The Havelska Market caters mostly to tourists. It's a good place to pick up some cheap souvenirs. The market is small enough that you can do a quick walk around all of the stalls to see what's there first. Then you can go back to the places that piqued your interest. I generally stuck with the fresh fruit whenever I stopped by. You can get individual pieces of fruit that are great snacks to tide you over until mealtime. I did pick up a few magnets and post cards to send back to people at home. It's fairly cheap and you can barter with the vendors if you are inclined to do so. You won't find anything outstanding here, but it is local flavor.

This market looks nice when you first get there but taking a closer look its just cheap stuff made in china. Very much for tourist. There are some fruits In between which is nice. But I think it is much better to walk around the small streets around this area. You can find great Czech handmade things and antics in small shops. Don t waste your money on stuff you can buy anywhere, usually you go to markets to find something special, well here you will find this in small shops in the side streets.