Thailand's markets offer both a slice of real Thai life and access to some real Thai bargains!
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Thailand's markets are legendary, not simply because they are places to find cheap gifts for people back home, but because they are also a slice of the real Thailand. Markets are not just there for the tourists, they are focal points for the various communities that make up the kingdom. You will see the 'real deal' in a market - real people going about their daily lives rather than some contrived scene created for the tourists! If you enjoy pottering around markets and hunting bargains, Thailand's markets are ideal for you.
If you are in Thailand for a limited period you should consider some of the country's leading markets.
Chatuchak Weekend Market is one of the world's largest weekend markets. Also known as J.J., it contains upwards of 15,000 stalls. It is estimated that the market receives 200,000 visitors daily....
Khaosan Road or Thanon Khaosan is a popular tourist street in central Bangkok, Thailand. It is located in the Banglamphu area about 1 kilometer north of the Grand Palace (Wat Phra Kaew) "Khaosan"...
Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, or Kad Luang (Royal Market) as it is known by locals, is one of Chiang Mai's biggest draws. Located right in the centre of the city on Ping River, it is easily accessible...
Chiang Rai Night Bazaar is located between the bus station and Phaholyothin Road in the center of town. The market consists of many small stands on the narrow street running between Phaholyothin...
This place is essentially the main pier for the ferry across the Mekhong River to Tha Dua in Laos. However, Tha Sadet has also become the focal point for local trade between this part of Thailand...
Pattaya Walking Street is the hub of nightlife scenes in Pattaya. It is a tourist attraction that draws foreigners and Thai nationals. There you will find all kinds of entertains such as bars,...
Thailand's markets are legendary, not simply because they are places to find cheap gifts for people back home, but because they are also a slice of the real Thailand. Markets are not just there for the tourists, they are focal points for the various communities that make up the kingdom. You will see the 'real deal' in a market - real people going about their daily lives rather than some contrived scene created for the tourists! If you enjoy pottering around markets and hunting bargains, Thailand's markets are ideal for you.
People in Thailand for a slightly longer period might want to look at some of Thailand's less well-known but equally fascinating markets.
If you are interested in knowing just how cheap things really are before they get to the shops, go to Bobae. There are two Bobae outlets in the same vicinity: Bobae Market has been on the scene...
As you have probably read elsewhere, Bangkok's maze of inland waterways lead to people referring to it as the 'Venice of the East'. Its canals and rivers were at one stage the capital's arteries...
Although Patpong is historically famous as a Go-Go area, these days it is enjoying increasing fame as a market. The street stalls in the middle of the road offer just about everything you want - a...
Pratunam Market specialises in clothes - lots of them... All different colours, all different styles and all different sizes! It's one of the biggest clothing markets you are likely to encounter...
Organized since 2006, Chiang Mai Walking Street is a Sunday evening walking street at the Three Kings Monument Courtyard. This thriving Sunday evening market covers nearly the whole of...
Saturday Night Walking Street is located on Thanalai Road center of town. Operating only on Saturday evening, it is easy walking distance not far from Chiang Rai's Night Bazaar. The Walking Street...
This market is not big on gifts for the folks back home, but it is big on activity and is one place you will definitely get an insight into how locals live. The market opens very early and by...
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