Markets of Cotonou
62 markets on record in Cotonou — from the vast Dantokpa market to the neighborhood markets.
The Big One: Dantokpa
Dantokpa is the largest market in West Africa and the commercial heart of Cotonou. You'll find everything here: textiles, food staples, crafts, hardware, and the famous fabric market. For a detailed look at the market and its different sections, see our dedicated articles on Dantokpa in the Discover section.
Traditional Neighborhood Markets
Marché Sainte Trinité
A neighborhood market known for food staples and everyday groceries.
Marché Sainte Rita
Marché St Michel
Phone: +229 19 56 25 489
Marché de Kindonou
Marché de Gbegamey
Marché de N'vènamèdé
Marché Dégakon
Marché Vêdoko
Marché PK3
Phone: +229 16 53 47 185
Marché de Ladji
Phone: +229 16 21 73 671
Marché des Arts de Cotonou
A market specializing in Beninese crafts and art pieces — a good address for souvenirs and home decor.
Supermarkets and Large Retailers
Cotonou's supermarkets and hypermarkets (Erevan Hypermarket, Super U, Mont Sinaï, Guangzhou, MILLIUM, U Express Ganhi, and others) are covered separately in our Shops and Boutiques directory, to avoid overlap with this page's focus on traditional markets. They still appear, like every "market"-type listing, in the full directory below.
Practical Tips
✅ Haggling is common and expected at traditional markets, less so at supermarkets ✅ Bring small bills — many vendors can't always break a large note ✅ The coolest hours (early morning) are also the quietest
⚠️ Keep an eye on your belongings in busy areas like Dantokpa ⚠️ Prices for fresh produce vary with the season and supply
Browse the full directory below to find all 62 markets on record in Cotonou.
The Full Directory
Above, you'll find our editorial picks — the addresses we'd recommend first, with what makes each one worth knowing. Below is the complete list of 0 marchés on record in our database, handy for finding a specific place by name or comparing your options.
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