Artists & Fleas

The Basics

Housed in a modern warehouse, Williamsburg Artists & Fleas is filled with vendor stalls offering high-quality wares and antique items: from clothes and books to handmade gifts and crafts. Pick your way through hand-fashioned jewelry, peruse antiques, shop vintage clothing, flick through records, enjoy a specialty coffee, and snap up one-of-a-kind artworks and posters, all under one roof and in an upbeat atmosphere.

Stop by Artists & Fleas on weekends to check it out for yourself. Alternatively, visit the marketplace on a tour of its hip Williamsburg neighborhood—combining shopping time at the Artists & Fleas stalls with local food tastings and sightseeing.

Things to Know Before You Go

• Artists & Fleas is a great haunt for vintage-lovers, crafters, fashion fiends, and shopaholics.

• Entry to all Artists & Fleas marketplaces, including the flagship Williamsburg marketplace, is free.

• All three NYC Artists & Fleas locations are wheelchair- and stroller-friendly.

• Be aware there are no public restrooms or other facilities at any of the three markets.

How to Get There

While driving to Artists & Fleas is possible, it’s not recommended due to traffic; instead, it's best reached by public transport. To arrive by subway, take the L to Bedford Avenue—the nearest station; the G to Metropolitan or Nassau Avenue; or the J, M, Z to Marcy Avenue. Other options include the East River Ferry from Manhattan to North Williamsburg, or the B62, B32, or B43 buses.

When to Get There

The Williamsburg marketplace is open Saturdays and Sundays from morning until mid-evening, and it can get busy. To explore at the quietest times, plan to arrive soon after opening. The two other NYC Artists & Fleas locations are open daily: Soho from late morning until mid-evening and Chelsea from mid-morning to late evening Monday through Saturday, closing earlier on Sunday.

Visit Nearby Williamsburg Attractions

Get the most out of your visit to Williamsburg’s Artists & Fleas by allowing time to discover nearby attractions. The area is one of Brooklyn’s trendiest, with indie boutiques, coffee houses, arty shops, and a dine-in movie theater among the haunts. Afterward, head to the nearby North Fifth Street Pier—where the East River ferries dock—its riverside walkway commands expansive views of Manhattan’s skyline.

Ways to explore

An hour or two will be plenty of time for most shoppers to browse through the offerings at Artists & Fleas, though some fashion fiends and vintage enthusiasts may spend several hours or more. Housed in a modern warehouse, this market is filled with vendor stalls stocked with high-quality wares and antique items from clothes and books to handmade gifts and crafts. Expect to browse handmade jewelry, peruse antiques, flick through records, and check out artwork and posters, all under one roof. Check out the marketplace before or after a walking or bike tour of Williamsburg.

Accessibility

All three Artists & Fleas locations are wheelchair- and stroller-friendly.

Age limits

None

What to pack

Cash, credit card, water bottle

What to wear

Comfortable shoes

Not allowed

Larger bags, backpacks, pets, sketching materials

Amenities

Coat check. There are no public restrooms at the markets.

Address

While driving to Artists & Fleas is possible, it’s not recommended due to traffic; instead, it’s best to reach the market by public transport.

Driving

Artists & Fleas is in Williamsburg. Some street parking is available, but parking in Brooklyn can be challenging, especially on weekends. There are several public parking garages on Kent Street; expect high rates.

Public transportation

To arrive by subway, take the L train to Bedford Avenue—the nearest station. Alternatively, take the G to Metropolitan or Nassau Avenue or the J, M, Z to Marcy Avenue. Other options include the East River Ferry from Manhattan to North Williamsburg or the B62, B32, or B43 buses.

Best times to visit

To explore Artists & Fleas at the quietest times, plan to arrive near the opening time of 11am. Bargain hunters may prefer to visit near closing time.

Best days to visit

The Williamsburg Artists & Fleas is open on Saturdays and Sundays. Both days can be bustling, so choose the day that fits with your schedule. The Chelsea location is open daily for shopping on weekdays.

Best months to visit

Artists & Fleas is a favorite destination throughout the year, but the December holiday season is especially popular.