Flea Markets in St. Louis, Missouri
2 flea markets found
About Flea Markets in St. Louis
St. Louis has a small but distinct flea market scene, with two year-round options that cover opposite ends of the spectrum. Big Top Flea Market is a large outdoor market running Wednesday through Sunday, while A & P Super Flea operates indoors every day of the week — useful when Missouri weather isn’t cooperating. Both skew toward value hunting rather than high-end antique browsing, and both have parking on site.
Big Top Flea Market is the busier of the two, with over 430 reviews and a reputation as a classic outdoor swap meet. Reviewers flag that vendor selection can feel repetitive — “it seems everyone is selling the same thing” — but the addition of Kitty’s Kitchen has been a genuine crowd-pleaser, with shoppers calling the food “fresh and so good.” Haggling is expected here, and cash is the norm, so come prepared. A & P Super Flea takes a different angle: it’s an indoor, daily market that leans heavily into secondhand household goods. Reviewers describe it as the best spot in St. Louis for second-hand furniture, appliances, and electronics — “from lamps and cabinets to TVs and playpens, stoves and dryers.”
A few practical notes before you go: Big Top is cash-only based on consistent reviewer mentions, so hit an ATM first. A & P is indoors and open as early as 9AM most days, making it a reliable weekday option. Both markets offer free parking and operate year-round.