Marché en Fer, Port-au-Prince

#14 among attractions in Port-au-Prince

Flea market, Architecture, Shopping

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Marché en Fer or Marché de Fer also known as the Marché Hyppolite and the Marché Vallières is a public market in Haiti’s capital, Port‑au‑Prince. It was damaged by fire in 2008 and destroyed in the 2010 Haiti earthquake, but was restored. In February 2018 it burned again, with one of the two halls being destroyed. ()

Local name: Marché en fer Opened: 1891 (133 years ago)Coordinates: 18°33'5"N, 72°20'36"W

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Cnr Grand Rue & Rue des Fronts FortsPort-au-Prince 0000 Haiti

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Marché en Fer – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, Mupanah, National Museum of Art, National Library of Haiti.

~1750 ftSE
Church
Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, Port-au-Prince
9 min walk • The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, once an iconic landmark in the heart of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, is a church steeped in history and tragedy. Originally completed in 1914, this Roman Catholic cathedral exemplified the grandeur and spiritual significance of...
0.7 miSE
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Mupanah, Port-au-Prince
18 min walk • Mupanah, officially known as the Musée du Panthéon National Haïtien, stands as a beacon of culture and history in the vibrant city of Port-au-Prince, Haiti. This museum, dedicated to the heroes of the independence of Haiti and the Haitian history and culture, is an...
1 miSE
Museum
National Museum of Art, Port-au-Prince
25 min walk • The National Museum of Art, located in the vibrant heart of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, stands as a bastion of Haitian culture and heritage. This museum is an essential repository of Haitian art, offering a deep dive into the country's rich artistic history and contemporary...
~1720 ftS
Library
National Library of Haiti, Port-au-Prince
9 min walk • The National Library of Haiti, nestled in the heart of Port-au-Prince, stands as a beacon of knowledge and cultural heritage in this vibrant Caribbean nation. Established in 1939, it has been a crucial repository for the preservation and dissemination of Haitian...
0.9 miSE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Rex Theater, Port-au-Prince
25 min walk • In the heart of Port-au-Prince, Haiti, stands the Rex Theater, a cultural beacon with a storied past. This historic theatre, located in the bustling downtown area, was once the crown jewel of the city's performing arts scene, known for its grandeur and the caliber of...
0.5 miW
Harbor
Port international de Port-au-Prince, Port-au-Prince
12 min walk • The Port international de Port-au-Prince is a vital gateway for the vibrant city of Port-au-Prince, Haiti. As the principal seaport of the nation, it serves as a critical hub for the import and export of goods, playing an indispensable role in the country's economy.
0.4 miSE
Church
Holy Trinity Cathedral, Port-au-Prince
12 min walk • The Holy Trinity Cathedral, Port-au-Prince was the main cathedral in the Episcopal Diocese of Haiti. The building was located in downtown Port-au-Prince at the corner of Ave. Mgr. Guilloux & Rue Pavée.
1.3 miSE
Neighbourhood
Bois Verna, Port-au-Prince
35 min walk • Bois Verna is a neighborhood of Port-au-Prince, Haiti. It has one of the largest concentration of the historic Haitian gingerbread style houses present.
0.9 miS
Universities and schools
State University of Haiti, Port-au-Prince
23 min walk • The State University of Haiti is one of Haiti's most prestigious institutions of higher education. It is located in Port-au-Prince. Its origins date to the 1820s, when colleges of medicine and law were established. In 1942, the various faculties merged into the University of Haiti.
1.1 miS
Sport venue, Sport, Football
Stade Sylvio Cator, Port-au-Prince
27 min walk • The Stade Sylvio Cator is a multi-purpose stadium in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. It is currently used mostly for association football matches, and is turfed with artificial turf.
0.5 miE
Neighbourhood
Bel Air, Port-au-Prince
12 min walk • Bel Air is a neighborhood of Port-au-Prince, Haiti. It is a slum area of the city and suffers from poverty. Crime is widespread, and kidnappings and killings have created panic among the local population. The neighborhood is also noted for housing a community of artists and craftsmen who produce inspired by Haitian Vodou, such as flags.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Marché en Fer?

Nearby attractions include National Library of Haiti, Port-au-Prince (9 min walk), Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, Port-au-Prince (9 min walk), Holy Trinity Cathedral, Port-au-Prince (12 min walk), Port international de Port-au-Prince, Port-au-Prince (12 min walk).

How to get to Marché en Fer by public transport?

The nearest stations to Marché en Fer:

Bus

Station P-au-P Mirbalais, P-au-P Lascahobas (7 min walk)
Centre Ville • Lines: Centre Ville - Waaf, Waaf (Cite Soleil) - Centre Vill (7 min walk)