Mahebourg Market — Local services in Mahebourg

came for the big Monday market. although open early in the morning, things done really get rolling until around 10ish when everyone has finished setting up. there are stalls at the bazaar but also all along the complete waterfront. you can get fruit and vegetables in the main building, and outside clothes, toys, souvenirs. its really a market for the locals (examples, lots of home products, pyjamas, lingeries, which aren't targeted at the tourists). haggling seems to be common, and generally we were getting everything 30% off of the initial price. best to make a quick stroll around see what you might like and general prices, then come back afterwards to what you really want and ready to bargain for. we didn't feel pressured at any stalls, it can get a bit crowded inside and outside with some bikes and even cars coming in and out. plenty of street parking...

Fresh and Cheap!!! Love this place ❤️ The Mahebourg market is a unique market which is open only once a week on Mondays where you can find many great bargains, local handcrafts and fantastic souvenirs of Mauritius. The Mahebourg market has great variety on offer ranging from traditional Indian and Chinese wares, to vegetables, fruits, local spices, electronics and many more. The Mahebourg market also has a section for traditional where you are sure to find Biryani, Dholl Puri, Chinese Noodles and many homemade Mauritian and...

Market tradition, a must see,

Make no mistake. This is not a tourist attraction, this is a real market that sells produce. The smells and the colours are vibrant, alive with what keeps life thriving on the island. People bustle, haggle over prices and laugh over shared jokes.

There are of course stalls that sell trinkets and souvenirs, but the main market is for vegetables, fruit, meat and fish. There are sections set aside for clothing, houshold appliances,...