Chatuchak Weekend Market
Thailand's biggest market, 15,000 stalls in 27 sections, open Saturday and Sunday 09:00 to 18:00. Come at opening, before the heat, with cash.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Sat–Sun 09:00–18:00
- Entry
- Free
Haggle at Markets, Not Malls
Prices at market stalls are negotiable — start at 50–60% of the asking price and meet in the middle. Fixed-price shops and malls don't haggle. Smile and keep it friendly; aggressive bargaining is considered rude.
Finding your way around Chatuchak Weekend Market
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What's open, and when
- Saturday and Sunday
- The whole market, every section, 09:00 to 18:00.
- Wednesday and Thursday
- The plant section only, 07:00 to 18:00.
- Friday evening
- Wholesale trade only, from 18:00 to midnight. A much smaller market than the weekend one.
Getting there and around
- MRT Kamphaeng Phet (Blue Line) is the closest station to the market's western sections.
- MRT Chatuchak Park and BTS Mo Chit are next to each other at the park's southern corner, a short walk from the market.
- Or Tor Kor fresh market is across Kamphaeng Phet Road, about three minutes on foot.
Details
- Phone
- 02 272 4270
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Chatuchak Weekend Market, JJ Market to most of Bangkok, is the largest market in Thailand, with more than 15,000 stalls in 27 sections on Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road beside Chatuchak Park. There's no realistic way to see all of it in a day, so pick the sections you want and wander from there. Antiques, vintage clothing, handmade crafts, home décor, ceramics, plants, pets and food are all here, loosely grouped by section number.
The whole market opens on Saturday and Sunday from 09:00 to 18:00. On Wednesday and Thursday only the plant section opens, 07:00 to 18:00, and on Friday from 18:00 it's wholesale trade only, a far smaller market than people expect. Arrive at 09:00, shop for three hours and leave before the midday heat, because Bangkok humidity under a corrugated roof is draining. Grilled skewers and fresh fruit are sold throughout, and the small restaurants scattered around are as good a reason to sit down as anything you'll buy.
MRT Kamphaeng Phet, MRT Chatuchak Park and BTS Mo Chit are all a short walk away, so skip the taxi. Bargaining is expected but keep it good-natured, carry cash in small notes, and wear light clothes and shoes you can walk miles in.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Around here, on foot
Well-rated places within a short walk of Chatuchak Weekend Market, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.
- 3 minChatuchak Night MarketMarkets & Shopping · 210 m · 4.4★
- 3 minJJ Mall Food CourtRestaurants & Food · 220 m · 4.3★
- 4 minJJ Mall ChatuchakMarkets & Shopping · 280 m · 4.2★
- 4 minKamphaeng Phet MRT StationTransportation · 340 m · 4.2★
- 5 minOr Tor Kor MarketMarkets & Shopping · 410 m · 4.3★
- 6 minMo Chit BTS StationTransportation · 500 m · 4.3★
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Kamphaeng Phet 2 Rd, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900
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All within 2.2 km of Chatuchak Weekend Market.
Chatuchak Night Market
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Tips for Visiting Markets & Shopping
Arrive Early or Late
Vendors believe the first sale of the day is lucky — you'll often get a better deal if you arrive right when the market opens. Late in the evening, sellers may also discount to avoid packing unsold goods.
Claim Your VAT Refund
Spend 2,000+ THB at a single store displaying 'VAT Refund for Tourists' signs, get a yellow form at the register, and claim 7% VAT back at the airport. It adds up fast on bigger purchases.
Chatuchak Weekend Market: Frequently Asked Questions
What days is Chatuchak Market open?
The full market opens on Saturday and Sunday from 09:00 to 18:00. Only the plant section opens on Wednesday and Thursday, and Friday evening is for wholesale buyers.
How do I get to Chatuchak Market?
Take the MRT to Kamphaeng Phet or Chatuchak Park, or the BTS to Mo Chit. All three are a short walk from the market, so a taxi isn't worth the traffic.
Is Chatuchak Market good at night?
No. The weekend market closes at 18:00, and Friday night is a small wholesale market. For an evening market nearby, try the Chatuchak Night Market instead.
Is Chatuchak Weekend Market worth visiting?
Chatuchak Weekend Market holds a 4.4★ rating from 56,311 Google reviews — a strong rating for markets & shopping in Bangkok.
When is the best time to visit Chatuchak Weekend Market?
The best months to visit Bangkok are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December & January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: April – May (peak heat).
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