Fethiye Tuesday Market and Fish Market: Where, When and What to Buy
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If you are staying in a self-catering apartment in Fethiye, the weekly market and the fish market shape both your holiday budget and your table. This guide answers two common questions directly: which day and where is the Fethiye market held, and how does the fish market work? Then we look at how to combine your shopping with your apartment kitchen.
Fethiye Tuesday Market: which day and where?
Fethiye's large weekly market in the town centre is held on Tuesdays, which is why locals call it Salı Pazarı, the Tuesday Market. According to the market registry of the Turkish Ministry of Trade, its address is Tuzla Mahallesi, Pürşahbey Caddesi, next to Fethiye City Stadium. Whether you search for Fethiye Market or Tuesday Market, this market area beside the stadium is the answer.
Yes Apart Hotel Fethiye is also located in Tuzla. To plan your way to the market, see our location and directions page.
The market day can occasionally change. In one year when Tuesday fell on a national holiday, local press announced that the market would be set up a day earlier. During public holiday weeks, check announcements from Fethiye Municipality and local news. Opening and closing times can vary with the season, so we do not give exact hours; early morning is usually cooler and offers the widest choice.
What can you buy at the Tuesday Market?
The Tuesday Market is a neighbourhood market focused on fresh produce. Visitors most often mention:
- Seasonal fruit and vegetables
- Yoghurt, village cheese and olives
- Spices and fresh herbs
- Eggs
Prices vary from stall to stall. Walking past a few stalls before buying, buying only what you need and bringing a reusable bag makes things easier. In the hot months, buying fruit and vegetables for the next day or two helps avoid waste.
Are there other markets in Fethiye?
The same official registry lists two more neighbourhood markets in Fethiye: Patlangıç Market on Saturdays in Pazaryeri Mahallesi on Patlangıç Ölüdeniz Caddesi, and Günlükbaşı Market on Sundays in Foça Mahallesi on Yerguzlar Caddesi. For guests staying in the centre, the Tuesday Market remains the most practical option. For markets said to be held on other days, confirm current information with the municipality or your accommodation.
How does Fethiye Fish Market work?
Fethiye Fish Market (Balık Pazarı) is in the town centre, as Fethiye Municipality also notes. It follows a long-standing routine: you choose and buy the day's fish from the stalls in the middle, then have it cooked at one of the restaurants around the market. You can ask for it grilled or fried and order salad, meze and drinks on the side.
You pay twice in this system: the stall for the fish, and the restaurant for cooking and anything else you order. Cooking charges and meze prices vary between restaurants and from year to year, so we give no figures; simply ask the restaurant about the cooking charge and what it includes before you sit down.
A few practical tips:
- Ask about the type and freshness of the fish; bright eyes and red gills are good signs.
- Tell the fishmonger whether you want the fish cleaned.
- Finding a table can take time on busy evenings, so going early helps.
From the market to your apartment kitchen
For hotel guests the market is mainly a sight; for apartment guests it is the weekly shop. The apartments at Yes Apart Hotel Fethiye have a fully equipped kitchen, so you can turn tomatoes, peppers, herbs, cheese and olives from the Tuesday Market into your own breakfast and dinner.
The fish market also gives you two options: eat your fish cooked on the spot, or buy it at the stall and cook it yourself in your apartment. If you choose the second, have it cleaned at the stall and head straight home; do not carry fish around for long in hot weather.
To choose an apartment for your group size, see our apartments, then pick your dates on the booking page to see the night-by-night total.
Planning your market day
If your holiday includes a Tuesday, treat the market as your shopping day: market in the morning, beach or an outing in the afternoon. For beach options, read our guide to beaches from Fethiye by dolmuş, and for a day on the water see our 12 Islands boat trip guide.
Frequently asked questions
Which day is Fethiye market?
The large neighbourhood market in the centre is held on Tuesdays. The day may change during public holiday weeks; check municipal announcements.
Where is Fethiye Tuesday Market?
According to the official market registry: Tuzla Mahallesi, Pürşahbey Caddesi, next to Fethiye City Stadium.
Can I have the fish I buy cooked at the fish market?
Yes. You can have fish bought at the stalls cooked at the restaurants around the market. Ask the restaurant about the cooking charge before you sit down.
What are the opening times and fish prices?
Hours vary by season and prices by day and species. The most reliable source is the stallholders and restaurants on the day.