Watt Market
Calabar's old market, opened in 1901, where you can buy the leafy greens, spices and dried seafood used in Efik cooking
Watt Market is the oldest market in Calabar. The British colonial government built it in 1901. It sells the leafy greens used in Efik dishes such as afang and edikang ikong, along with palm oil, dried fish, snail meat and a variety of spices, offering a direct taste of local food culture. The market is crowded and the ground can be slippery, so keep an eye on your belongings. Ask a vendor's permission before taking photos.
Opening hours
About 07:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Duke Town Church & Mary Slessor's Grave
- Old Residency (National Museum Calabar)
- Marina Resort Calabar
- Slave History Museum
- Calabar Carnival
- Drill Ranch Calabar (Pandrillus)
- Tinapa Resort
- Kwa Falls