Flea Markets in San Diego, California
4 flea markets found
About Flea Markets in San Diego
San Diego has a small but varied flea market scene, with 4 markets covering a decent range of sizes and styles. Most lean outdoor and family-friendly, which makes sense given the climate, and the majority run on weekends only — though if you need a weekday option, San Ysidro Tianguis runs daily. You’ll find everything from large, buzzing swap meets to quieter neighborhood markets, with a mix of antiques, collectibles, crafts, and everyday second-hand goods across the board.
The two heavyweights in San Diego are South Bay Drive-In Theatre and Swap Meet and Kobey’s Swap Meet. South Bay is the most-reviewed market in the city by a wide margin — over 3,300 reviews — and carries tags for collectibles, family-friendly vibes, and free parking, with a weekend-only schedule. Kobey’s has built a loyal following over the years, with one regular noting they go “all the time,” and reviewers flagging it for antiques, crafts, food vendors, and a lively atmosphere where haggling is expected. It runs Friday through Sunday, 7AM to 3PM. For something smaller and lower-key, Coronado Swap Meet opens as early as 6AM on Wednesdays and weekends and draws shoppers looking for second-hand finds at “great prices,” per reviewers, with clean restrooms on site — a detail worth noting.
A few practical tips: most San Diego swap meets wrap up by early afternoon, so arriving early — especially at Kobey’s and Coronado — gives you the best selection. Bring cash since haggling is common, and expect paid parking at Kobey’s. If you’re hunting antiques or vintage specifically, Kobey’s and Coronado both carry those tags. San Ysidro Tianguis is the only market open seven days a week, making it handy if weekends don’t work for you.
