Markets in Sierra Leone
No visit to Sierra Leone is complete without a stop in one of our bustling, colourful markets, offering a wide range of goods and products.
From fresh produce and traditional crafts to clothing and household items, our markets are worth visiting to learn more about the country’s rich cultural heritage, and to get some wonderful souvenirs. Here are five of the best markets in Sierra Leone that you won’t want to miss:
1. Big Market, Freetown
2. River No.2 Market
3. Lumley Beach Arts and Crafts Market
If you are staying around Lumley or Aberdeen, this is probably the easiest market to visit. It’s located near the office of the National Tourism Board, and you’ll find local sellers with exquisite woodcarvings, textiles, handmade jewels and more.
From sunset onwards, the Lumley area also becomes a great place to visit for street food lovers.
4. Makeni Market
5. Bo Market
Bo is the second largest city in Sierra Leone, located in the southern part of the country. Like all cities, it has its own market – and what a market!
Bo Market is one of the largest in the country, with hundreds of vendors selling a wide range of goods – from fresh produce and spices to clothing, household items, and electronics, Bo Market has something for everyone. At various stalls, you’re also sure to find traditional Sierra Leonean crafts and souvenirs, including woven baskets, wall hangings and carved wooden masks.
