Chiang Mai Walking Street
A lively Sunday evening street market on Rachadamnoen Road selling handmade crafts, street food, and local goods.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Sun 17:00–22:00
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.
Details
- Phone
- +66 95 167 0198
Full opening hours
Tours that include Chiang Mai Walking Street
Skip-the-line entry, guided visits and day-tour combos around Chiang Mai Walking Street.
Why go, and how to do it well
Every Sunday evening, Rachadamnoen Road closes to traffic and transforms into one of Chiang Mai's most popular weekly markets, drawing a mix of locals and tourists into a pedestrian-friendly stretch of stalls, food vendors, and live performances. The atmosphere is reliably lively without feeling overwhelming, and visitors frequently note it offers a more relaxed and authentic feel compared to other night markets in the city.
Shoppers can browse a wide range of handmade goods including textiles, woodcarvings, ceramics, and jewelry rooted in northern Thai craft traditions, though returning visitors should note that the souvenir selection has remained broadly consistent over the years. The food offering is a genuine highlight, with plentiful street food stalls catering to a variety of tastes, including options suitable for vegetarians. Vendors are generally approachable and willing to talk about their work, adding a personal dimension to browsing. Live performances also appear along the route, making it as much a cultural outing as a shopping trip.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Experience hints
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Reviews from Google
The Sunday evening Night Market / Walking Street offers a great variety of food and goods. Also live performances can be experienced. The vendors are happy to talk about what they are selling and maybe hand out tips for the recipe if it’s food they are selling. Do not miss this market if in Chiang Mai on a Sunday.
This is a great market! All kinds of goods and food. Not over priced for the most part. Parking is virtually nonexistent so plan accordingly. The days it is open seem to vary so please check in advance. Google maps seems to be accurate in regards to when it is open.
The Sunday Night Market is good for Tourists if they had never seen a Thaimarket before. But they selling since 20 years the same old boring souvenir stuff, just the food has changed a little bit
A sample of visitor reviews from Google. Read all 249 reviews on Google.
QXQP+84M, Rachadamnoen Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
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All within 4 min walk of Chiang Mai Walking Street.
Bai Bua shop
Linen and cotton clothes at fixed prices, with a fitting room and sizes that actually go beyond small.
Chiang Mai Sunday Walking Street
Chiang Mai's beloved Sunday walking street market, stretching 1km through the historic old city.
ChiangmaiCotton
Thai cotton clothing you'd actually wear at home, not another elephant-print souvenir.
Chiang Mai Night Market
Sundays only, 5pm, when the old city's main road shuts to traffic and disappears under stalls.
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.
Chiang Mai Walking Street: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chiang Mai Walking Street worth visiting?
Chiang Mai Walking Street holds a 4.6★ rating from 249 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated markets & shopping in Chiang Mai.
What are the opening hours of Chiang Mai Walking Street?
Chiang Mai Walking Street is typically open 17:00-22:00 — 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 Chiang Mai Walking Street?
The best months to visit Chiang Mai are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January & Songkran (April) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: March – May (smoke & heat).
Where is Chiang Mai Walking Street located?
Chiang Mai Walking Street is at QXQP+84M, Rachadamnoen Rd, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand, in Chiang Mai. Getting around Chiang Mai: Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks); Grab (available in city center).
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