Nang Loeng Market
Bangkok's first land market, opened by King Rama V in 1900, now a lunch market of curries and old-style Thai desserts. Daily from 08:00, best before noon.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 08:00–15:00, Sun 08:00–17:00
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 Nang Loeng Market
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Getting there and around
- On Nakhon Sawan Road in the Old Town, about 10 minutes on foot from Democracy Monument. No train station is close, so a taxi or Grab is easiest.
Details
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Come hungry and come early. King Rama V opened Nang Loeng in March 1900 as Thailand's first market built on land rather than on the water, and it still feeds the old neighborhood around Wat Sommanat. Today it's mostly ready-to-eat food, curries over rice, noodles and the Thai desserts it has always been known for, with a little produce on the side. It's narrow, old and doesn't dress itself up.
Eat your way around rather than sitting down once. Khao Gaeng Rattana on the corner lays out 20 to 30 curries over rice, and the best ones sell out by lunchtime. Look for the old recipes the dessert and snack stalls are known for, sakhu sai mu and sakhu sai pla (tapioca dumplings filled with pork or fish), khanom thua paep (folded dumplings, here with a shrimp filling) and pork leg stewed over rice. Bring cash and small notes.
It's open 08:00 to 15:00 Monday to Saturday, and until 17:00 on Sunday, but by early afternoon the trading has slowed and the good stuff has gone, so treat it as breakfast or an early lunch. It's on Nakhon Sawan Road in the Old Town, about 10 minutes on foot from Democracy Monument. No train station is close, so a taxi or Grab is easiest, and it pairs well with the Golden Mount and Loha Prasat nearby.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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QG56+PR3, Soi Nakhon Sawan 6, Khwaeng Wat Sommanat, Khet Pom Prap Sattru Phai, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10100, Thailand
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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.
Nang Loeng Market: Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Nang Loeng Market famous?
King Rama V opened it on 29 March 1900 as Thailand's first market on land rather than on the water. Today it's known for curries over rice and old-style Thai desserts and snacks.
What should I eat at Nang Loeng Market?
The curries at Khao Gaeng Rattana, then the old recipes, sakhu sai mu and sakhu sai pla (tapioca dumplings with pork or fish), khanom thua paep and stewed pork leg over rice.
What are Nang Loeng Market's opening hours?
08:00 to 15:00 Monday to Saturday and until 17:00 on Sunday. Go before noon, since the best dishes sell out.
Is Nang Loeng Market worth visiting?
Nang Loeng Market holds a 4.4★ rating from 2,304 Google reviews — a strong rating for markets & shopping in Bangkok.
When is the best time to visit Nang Loeng 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).
Where is Nang Loeng Market located?
Nang Loeng Market is at QG56+PR3, Soi Nakhon Sawan 6, Khwaeng Wat Sommanat, Khet Pom Prap Sattru Phai, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10100, Thailand, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
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