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Night markets in Bangkok are among the simplest and most enjoyable ways to get up close and personal with local life in Thailand’s capital. Markets are located throughout the city and offer an incredibly diverse range of goods and products, snacks, and entertainment – after-dark shopping opportunities mean incredible bargains in the moonlight. Check out our list of the top 10 night markets to see which one appeals to you.
The order/number on the list does not indicate rating or ranking; all are equivalently ranked as must-try night market in Bangkok (Krung Thep Maha Nakhon), Thailand.
Top 10 Night Market in Bangkok, Thailand
1. Asiatique The Riverfront
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Asiatique successfully merges two of the city’s most popular shopping experiences: a night bazaar and a mall. This once-bustling international trade port has been transformed with over 1,500 boutiques and 40 restaurants housed in a massive replica warehouse complex about 10 minutes downriver from Saphan Taksin BTS station. Spending an evening here is simple: you’ll have a good time browsing the boutiques and you’ll always find something to eat.
Address: 2194 Charoen Krung Road, Wat Phraya Krai, Bang Kho Laem, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Operating Hours: 11 am – 12 am
2. Chang Chui Bangkok Plane Night Market
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You’ll find a nice mix of shopping and dining, as well as modern, urban, and often wacky art, much of it made from recycled and scrap materials. The massive shell of a Tristar airliner is the main attraction at Chang Chui, but there are numerous sculptures and urban art pieces to be found throughout the grounds. Every path appears to lead to something interesting. Because of this feature, it is one of the best night markets in Bangkok.
Address: 460/8 Sirindhorn Rd, Bang Phlat, Bangkok 10700, Thailand
Operating Hours: 11 am – 11 pm
3. Chatuchak Weekend Market
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Every weekend, the massive Chatuchak Market fills up, but few people realise that you can come here for some late-night shopping on Fridays, when vendors set up their stalls from around 9 p.m. until late. Much of the same merchandise will be available as it is during the day on Saturdays and Sundays, with the exception of less heat, fewer people, and fewer stalls open.
Address: 587, 10 Kamphaeng Phet 2 Rd, Khwaeng Chatuchak, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900, Thailand
Operating Hours: 7 am – 6 pm (Wed-Thu), 6 am – 12 am (Fri), 9 am – 6 pm (Sat-Sun); Closed on Mon-Tue
4. Indy Market @Dao Khanong
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The Indy Night Market Dao Khanong is a lesser-known market, but all the better, because it remains unspoiled by the overwhelming crowd of tourists that flock to Bangkok every year. To get here, take the BTS to Wongwian Yai Station on the Silom Line. Then take a short taxi ride to the market, which shouldn’t cost you much. There are so many food options to choose from and bars to have drinks with live music.
Address: Dao Khanong, Chom Thong, Bangkok 10150, Thailand
Operating Hours: 5 pm – 12 am
5. Khlong Thom Center
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Khlong Thom Center, also known as ‘Flashlight Market’ because shoppers need a torch to see the goods (when shopping at night), is especially crowded late on Saturday evenings. The market, which is packed with a variety of vendor stalls and displays, is best known for its secondhand goods and assorted trinkets.
Address: 499 Worachak Rd, Pom Prap, Pom Prap Sattru Phai, Bangkok 10100, Thailand
Operating Hours: 7.30 am – 7 pm
6. Srinagarindra Train Night Market
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The vintage look never goes out of style at Rod Fai Market, a massive open-air bazaar in Bangkok’s eastern suburbs. On the ground are all sorts of vintage collectibles and memorabilia, ranging from antique furniture to hippy fashion to Mao kitsch.
Address: 1 4 Srinagarindra Rd, Nong Bon, Prawet, Bangkok 10250, Thailand
Operating Hours: 5 pm – 1 am (Thu-Sat), 5 pm – 12 am (Sun); Closed on Mon-Wed
7. The One Ratchada
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The newer Rod Fai Market in Bangkok’s Ratchada district brings the same convivial night bazaar atmosphere, antique curios, and street-food snacks and treats from its original location to an area of the city that is much easier to access thanks to the nearby Cultural Centre MRT Underground Station. This new Bangkok train market is more central and compact, making it easier to stop by anytime between 6 p.m. and midnight, Thursday through Sunday.
Address: 55 10 Ratchadaphisek Rd, Din Daeng, Bangkok 10400, Thailand
8. Suan Lum Night Bazaar Ratchada
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Suan Lum Night Bazaar Ratchada or The Bazaar Ratchadaphisek is a night market on Ratchada Road, near the Lad Phrao MRT Underground Station. With 1,800 stalls, shops, restaurants, and plenty of entertainment options, it aims to recreate the experience of the original Sun Lum Night Bazaar, which was a mainstay on tourists’ itineraries until it closed a few years ago.
Address: 5 Ratchadaphisek Rd, Chom Phon, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900, Thailand
9. SWU Nightmarket
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Every Friday night, Srinakharinwirot University hosts a vibrant night market perfect for students, locals, and visitors alike. Enjoy a relaxing picnic space, live music from local artists, and a wide array of delicious food options, including traditional Thai street food and gourmet dishes from trendy food trucks. The market is filled with fun activities, handmade crafts, fashion stalls, and games, creating a lively and festive atmosphere. Join us every Friday for an unforgettable evening of great food, entertainment, and fun!
Address: 114 Sukhumvit Rd, Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110, Thailand
Operating Hours: 4 pm – 9 pm every Friday
10. Box Space Ratchayothin Night Market
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Ratchayothin Night Market is located in the city’s northern outskirts. The items for sale here are a little more trendy, and because the market is located next to the Major Ratchoyothin Cinema and IMAX complex, you can watch a movie before or after shopping. The shopping complex also has a few discount stores and restaurants.
Address: 15, 15/1 Ratchadaphisek Rd, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900, Thailand
Operating Hours: 4.30 pm – 12 am