Swap Meets & Flea Markets in San Diego

San Diego has a handful of long-running swap meets and flea markets scattered across the county, each with its own vibe and vendor mix. Whether you're hunting for vintage clothing, electronics, fresh produce, tools, or collectibles, these outdoor markets are one of the best ways to score deals while supporting small vendors.

Kobey's Swap Meet at the Sports Arena lot is the most well-known and has been running since 1976. South Bay Swap Meet in Imperial Beach, Spring Valley Swap Meet, and National City Swapmeet each draw regular crowds on weekends. Escondido World Marketplace covers the North County end of things with a large international vendor community.

If you grew up in San Diego you probably have fond memories of the swap meet — and the classic booths selling everything from bootleg DVDs to fresh churros. These markets are still alive and worth a weekend visit.