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Historic open-air seafood market offering fresh and cooked catches from multiple vendors along the waterfront, with floating barges and scenic picnic spots.
General Information
Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Seafood prices vary by vendor and market rates
How to Get There
From Waterfront Metro Station, walk west on M Street SW, turn left on 9th Street SW, then right on Maine Avenue SW to reach the market entrance.
Overview
The Municipal Fish Market at The Wharf is the oldest continuously operating open-air fish market in the United States, dating to 1805, on the Potomac River. Vendors on floating barges sell fresh and cooked seafood, including blue crabs, oysters, shrimp, and fish, as well as ready-to-eat fried seafood platters and clam chowder. It has been revitalized as part of The Wharf development with a restored oyster shed and new market hall.
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