Kongowea Market

4.0(6614 reviews)

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Mombasa Old Town

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One of Mombasa's largest markets with rock-bottom prices on fresh vegetables, household goods, and clothing. It's hectic and the energy is infectious — best experienced with a local friend who knows the stalls and can help you navigate.

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What this place offers

Wheelchair accessible

HoursOpen now

Monday3:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Tuesday3:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Wednesday3:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Thursday3:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Friday3:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Saturday3:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Sunday3:00 AM – 8:00 PM

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Mombasa Old Town

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Kongowea Market is located at junction, Mombasa Old Town, Mombasa.

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Best for buying house holds n fresh veggies n shopping food best aki best..

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Ken Karanja

5 months ago

A vibrant, massive marketplace! Kongowea Market is huge, honestly one of the largest and most vibrant markets I’ve ever visited. I was exploring potential business opportunities, and I was blown away...

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Milko Donev

3 weeks ago

You cannot compare with anything in Europe.

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Awino Maxwel

6 years ago

Good when it comes to the services required by customers. Different kinds of goods are available at affordable prices especially clothes making it easier for customers to acquire. When it comes to cle...

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GB

a year ago

This place is cool! I would put it way ahead of the spice market that’s in the downtown area of Mombasa. If you’re a foreigner, best to go with a friend or a local to ease your comfort. It can be a bi...

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