Al Kakiyyah Fruit and Vegetable Market
9R94+R8J, Al Kakiyyah, Makkah 24352
The fruit and vegetable market next to Al Kakiyyah in Makkah, reported for its early-morning wholesale trade in fresh produce brought in by truck.
In short
- Address
- 9R94+R8J, Al Kakiyyah, Makkah 24352
- City
- Makkah
Overview
Next to the Al Kakiyyah souvenir market on Ibrahim Al Khalil Road in Makkah there is a wholesale fruit and vegetable market. Indonesian media call it Pasar Buah Kakiyyah and describe a fruit market beside a vegetable market, where produce arrives by truck, in part from Egypt, Lebanon and Taif, and where trading starts before dawn.
What you will see
- Crates of seasonal fruit and vegetables sold by the box
- Early-morning auction-style trading between wholesalers
- Dates and other dry goods at neighbouring stalls
Getting there
The market is in the same area as the souvenir market, about 8 km from the Haram. A taxi or a hotel minibus is the usual way; agree the price and the waiting time first.
Tips
- Go early in the morning, when trading is at its busiest and the produce is freshest.
- Wholesale prices are for boxes, so a single traveller may prefer the shops of the neighbouring souvenir market.
- Bring cash in Saudi riyals in small notes and compare prices before you buy.
- Opening times differ from stall to stall, so ask your hotel before you go.
Also in the area
See our page Al Kakiyyah Market for souvenirs, abayas, prayer rugs and gifts.