Wang Lang Market
Come hungry and come early. This is a food market first, a clothes-and-household-goods market second, and it runs on Thai, not English. The alleys are narrow and packed, the signage is minimal, and half the fun is losing your bearings between a tailor working at a street-side machine and a stall frying kanom bueng. One reviewer picked up eleven of the crispy little ones for 40 baht. Noodle shops and economy rice places are everywhere, along with vegetables, fruit, bedsheets, shoes, toys and handbags.
Think of it as Chatuchak shrunk to a fraction of the size and stripped of the tourist markup. That's the appeal, and also the catch: most vendors speak Thai only, so have a translation app open. Nobody's hustling you, but nobody's catering to you either.
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Reviews from Google
It's an interesting market to walk. It's not easy to go there by your own & I am fortunate to have a local bringing me around. Very cheap crispy small Kanom Bueng that cost only B$40 for 11 pcs. It was a good snack. We can find coke in glass bottles & the coke taste is so much better than those in plastic bottle or aluminium can. Will attempt to go again.
A very nice market. Many locals with a few tourists visible. Been here twice ie at 9am on Saturday and again, at 1pm on Monday. Can't seem to get enough of wandering around the alleys. Items sold here are normal vegetables, fruits, snack, clothings, bedsheets, toys, shoes, shirts, handbags etc. There are many shops selling noodles and economy rice. Vendors here speak mainly Thai. Be prepared to use translation. It is almost similar to Chatuchak but a smaller scale ie 10% the size. Souvenirs? Hardly find any as it is mainly for the locals. Best part, one will not get lost here. Accessibility? Better use taxi, grab ride as there is no BTS or MRT. If alone, can try out motorcycle taxi or Grab motorcycle. If one is fortunate, and able to get assistance from a local market goer who speaks English or whatever second language, then it is easier.
A very interesting market for a foreign tourist. Narrow, crowded streets. Lots of stalls selling all kinds of food, each more appetizing, more interesting. Tailors doing their job on the street. Stalls with clothes, household items, tiny cafes, street vendors. A small altar, with freshly left offerings. A different, spectacular world.
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Wang Lang Market: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wang Lang Market worth visiting?
Wang Lang Market holds a 4.5★ rating from 4,546 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated markets & shopping in Bangkok.
What are the opening hours of Wang Lang Market?
Wang Lang Market is typically open 09:00-18:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Wang Lang 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 Wang Lang Market located?
Wang Lang Market is at 112 13 ซอย วังหลัง Khwaeng Siriraj, Khet Bangkok Noi, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10700, Thailand, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
Location Info
112 13 ซอย วังหลัง Khwaeng Siriraj, Khet Bangkok Noi, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10700, Thailandwww.facebook.com/marketwanglangVisitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: April – May (peak heat)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
25°C – 34°C(77°F – 93°F)
Crowds
Peak: December & January
Getting there
Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Don Mueang (DMK) airports serve Bangkok with direct flights from most major cities.
Getting around
- •BTS Skytrain (most central areas)
- •MRT Metro (underground)
- •Airport Rail Link (ARL)
- •Chao Phraya Express Boat
- •Grab (ride-hailing app)
- •Metered taxis — always use the meter
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Tips for Visiting Markets & Shopping
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.
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.
Be Cautious with Tailors
Bangkok has excellent tailors, but also many tourist traps. Avoid anyone offering suspiciously cheap suits or who approaches you on the street. Ask your hotel for recommendations, read reviews, and always get two fittings.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: April – May (peak heat)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
25°C – 34°C(77°F – 93°F)
Crowds
Peak: December & January
Getting there
Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Don Mueang (DMK) airports serve Bangkok with direct flights from most major cities.
Getting around
- •BTS Skytrain (most central areas)
- •MRT Metro (underground)
- •Airport Rail Link (ARL)
- •Chao Phraya Express Boat
- •Grab (ride-hailing app)
- •Metered taxis — always use the meter