Markets Tana – Antananarivo

A most picturesque market, where it is strongly recommended to come accompanied. Everything was uncovers: precious wood (probably contraband), crafts of all kinds, precious stones or semi-precious… A true bazaar of the exotic. The price of a high hair, however, breaks with the local atmosphere.

A little way from the center, this market is undoubtedly one of the most authentic in the capital. It has, as they say, "a soul". It also offers the best value for money in Malagasy handicrafts. The choice is vast. But handicrafts are only a small part of this huge, labyrinthine market. It's a small town in itself, with vendors selling vegetables, spices, sambos and a thousand other things.

The market of Isotry is undoubtedly one of the most popular of Tana. It is also one of the oldest, since it was "born" in 1938! It was called "Tsena sabotsy" (Saturday market). It is divided into several areas: fabric market, fruit market (especially from the east coast), fish market (small smoked shrimps, salted fishes...), and some handicrafts (especially based on recuperation and natural fibers). Quite calm, but a certain caution is required. This is also the place where you will be able to find possible stolen objects!

This open-sky market is called because the train went very slowly along this old railway. It sells fruit, vegetables, medicinal plants, cheap tools and electronics. The hotel was very quiet and very quiet.

The Mahamasina market deserves a visit every Thursday. Popular and colourful. More to immerse yourself in the Malagasy atmosphere than to discover your favorite chaise chair.