The Top 12 Flea Markets and Thrift Stores in Bogotá

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Bogotá is a large city spread across Colombia‘s Andes Region, high in the mountains. The city has a big market culture, with a large number of markets offering a variety of products each and every day, not to mention some fantastic thrift stores. Take a look at our guide for the best addresses to purchase unique products at bargain prices.

The city’s second-hand store culture is up and coming, with new locations opening all the time, filling in the gap in the market for thrift or vintage stores. Many of these stores contain designer items at high reduced costs and are well worth a rummage.

1. La Gran Bodega

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La Gran Bodega is a thrift store containing a large variety of second-hand items for sale at bargain prices. While La Gran Bodega is a cluttered store, gems can be found after searching through the items. This store is a great place to find a large range of women’s clothes in good condition. Located in the Marly neighbourhood, this store is easy to find and a great place to discover some fantastic buys.

Las Aguas

Las Aguas is a Sunday market located in a car park close to La Candelaria, where you can find up to 80 stalls selling second-hand quirky items, clothes, furniture, vinyls and CDs among a large number of other products. While you won’t find your traditional artisan products here, there is a great deal of vintage on offer in this relaxed environment, the perfect place for practising Spanish and meeting locals.

Las Aguas, Carrera 3 #17-02, Bogotá, Colombia

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