Kham Thiang Garden Market
A local produce-and-plants market where nobody's trying to sell you elephant pants.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 09:00–18:00
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
- Address
- 100 ถนน ตลาดคำเที่ยง, Tambon Pa Tan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand
- Phone
- +66 53 225 958
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
This is where you go when you've had enough of night bazaars and want to see what people in Chiang Mai actually buy. It's an open-air garden market in Pa Tan, north of the old city, and the crowd is overwhelmingly local. Fresh produce, seasonal goods, textiles, household bits. The layout sprawls, so give yourself time to wander rather than trying to tick it off in twenty minutes.
What I like about it is that the stock changes with the season instead of sitting in the same racks all year. That also means you can't plan around finding one specific thing. Come with a loose idea and see what's there. Mornings are the better bet if you care about produce, and the earlier part of the day is calmer generally. If you're after souvenirs to take home, this isn't really the place, and I wouldn't make a special trip for that.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Around here, on foot
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Experience hints
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100 ถนน ตลาดคำเที่ยง, Tambon Pa Tan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, 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.
Kham Thiang Garden Market: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kham Thiang Garden Market worth visiting?
Kham Thiang Garden Market holds a 4.6★ rating from 2,245 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated markets & shopping in Chiang Mai.
What are the opening hours of Kham Thiang Garden Market?
Kham Thiang Garden 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 Kham Thiang Garden Market?
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: Mid-February – April (smoke & heat).
Where is Kham Thiang Garden Market located?
Kham Thiang Garden Market is at 100 ถนน ตลาดคำเที่ยง, Tambon Pa Tan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50300, Thailand, in Chiang Mai. Getting around Chiang Mai: Red songthaews (shared pick-up trucks); Grab (available in city center).
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