Stroll & shop through Ōtara flea market
Auckland, New Zealand • 
Underrated
UnderratedAuckland, New Zealand
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jan, Dec
16°C – 24°C, warm and pleasant with occasional light showers, high crowds, peak season
16°C – 24°C, warm and pleasant with occasional light showers, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Wheelchair accessible; walking required; seating available.
Wheelchair accessible; walking required; seating available.
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Hours of operation
Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
06:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sunday
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Take a stroll around the popular Otara flea market of Auckland
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
MEDIUM
17-25°C
Warm with occasional showers; generally favorable for outdoor activities.
Warm with occasional showers; generally favorable for outdoor activities.
Open
No specific restrictions; more relaxed atmosphere compared to January.
No specific restrictions; more relaxed atmosphere compared to January.
Recommended
February provides warm weather with fewer crowds, making it a pleasant time to visit the market. Prices are more stable, and the atmosphere is less hectic than in January.
February provides warm weather with fewer crowds, making it a pleasant time to visit the market. Prices are more stable, and the atmosphere is less hectic than in January.
March
LOW
15-23°C
Mild temperatures with increased chances of rain.
Mild temperatures with increased chances of rain.
Open
No specific restrictions; ample space and relaxed shopping experience.
No specific restrictions; ample space and relaxed shopping experience.
Recommended
March offers cooler temperatures and a more relaxed market experience with fewer visitors. Prices are generally lower, and the market is less crowded, allowing for a leisurely visit.
March offers cooler temperatures and a more relaxed market experience with fewer visitors. Prices are generally lower, and the market is less crowded, allowing for a leisurely visit.
April
LOW
13-21°C
Cooler temperatures with higher likelihood of rain.
Cooler temperatures with higher likelihood of rain.
Open
No specific restrictions; however, weather may affect some outdoor stalls.
No specific restrictions; however, weather may affect some outdoor stalls.
Recommended
April brings cooler weather and a tranquil market environment. While the chance of rain is higher, the market remains open, offering a wide range of products. It's an excellent time for those seeking a quieter shopping experience.
April brings cooler weather and a tranquil market environment. While the chance of rain is higher, the market remains open, offering a wide range of products. It's an excellent time for those seeking a quieter shopping experience.
May
MEDIUM
12-18°C
May in Auckland features mild temperatures with increased rainfall, averaging around 104 mm over approximately 17 rainy days. Days are shorter, with about 10 hours of daylight and 140 hours of sunshine throughout the month.
May in Auckland features mild temperatures with increased rainfall, averaging around 104 mm over approximately 17 rainy days. Days are shorter, with about 10 hours of daylight and 140 hours of sunshine throughout the month.
Open
No specific restrictions; however, some vendors may adjust their schedules due to weather conditions.
No specific restrictions; however, some vendors may adjust their schedules due to weather conditions.
Recommended
May offers a pleasant shopping experience at the Ōtara Flea Market with comfortable temperatures and moderate crowds. It's advisable to carry rain gear due to the increased likelihood of rain.
May offers a pleasant shopping experience at the Ōtara Flea Market with comfortable temperatures and moderate crowds. It's advisable to carry rain gear due to the increased likelihood of rain.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Train
Recommended
Bike
Car
Taxi
Walking
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
