Tamarind Market
Hua Hin's open-air food market with a live band, next to Cicada. Thursday to Sunday, 17:00 to 23:00, free to walk in, and bring cash.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Thu–Sun 17:00–23:00
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Finding your way around Tamarind Market
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Getting there and around
- Across the road from Cicada Market in Suan Si Park, about 4 km south of the town center toward Khao Takiab.
- A green songthaew along Phetkasem Road costs about ฿20 to ฿40 a person, and a Grab is the easier ride back. On-site parking is ฿50.
Details
- Address
- 117 75 ซอย หัวถนน 23 Tambon Nong Kae, Amphoe Hua Hin, Chang Wat Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailand
- Phone
- +66 88 611 1644
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Think open-air food court rather than night market and you'll get what Tamarind is about. Nobody comes to browse souvenir stalls. They come to grab a table, eat across half a dozen cuisines in one sitting and stay put while a band plays on the stage. There's plenty of seating and it's kept clean, which matters in Hua Hin at 19:00 on a Saturday.
The food runs from Thai grills, curries and desserts to sashimi, satay, tacos and pork knuckle, so a group that can never agree on dinner is sorted. Prices sit a little above a street cart and below a restaurant. Bring cash, since stalls take it directly and you don't buy coupons first the way you do at Cicada's food court.
It opens Thursday to Sunday from 17:00 to 23:00 and is closed Monday to Wednesday. Entry is free and on-site parking is ฿50. Cicada Market, the arts-and-crafts market with stage shows, is across the road and runs Friday to Sunday, so on a weekend you can shop at one and eat at the other. Both are about 4 km south of the town center toward Khao Takiab, a green songthaew along Phetkasem Road for ฿20 to ฿40 or a short Grab. Get there before 18:00 or after 19:30 to miss the scramble for tables.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Reviews from Google
Tamarind Market is located right next to Cicada Market, and it’s another great place to spend the evening in Hua Hin. The market is always lively with lots of people and a fun, casual atmosphere. There’s a huge variety of food to choose from — Thai dishes, snacks, grilled seafood, desserts, and drinks. Everything looks (and tastes) delicious! It’s the kind of place where you can just walk around, try different foods, and enjoy the buzz of the crowd. With good music, tasty food, and friendly vendors, Tamarind Market is the perfect spot to hang out with friends or family after a day at the beach.
We love this place. We came back many times almost every year. They charged the parking for 50 baht but worth it with all good food and live music. They had many kind of food like Thai food, seafood, pizza, smoothie, corn dogs, sashimi, crispy pork belly, fried chicken, ducks, BBQ, desserts and more. They had many tables to sit down. They also accepted cash and Thai QR scan.
It's more like a outdoor food court than a traditional night market, which is perfect if you’re just here to eat and hang out. The Wins: Leo Beer for 60 Baht: Honestly a good deal in the market. It’s the cheapest spot around for a cold one. Burger & Fries for 128 Baht: Really solid quality and a very fair price compared to other stalls. Live Music: There’s a stage with live music that really sets the mood. It’s a perfect spot to spend an evening. The Catch: Pricing: Aside from the beer and the burgers, be prepared to pay a bit more. Most other food stalls are on the expensive side compared to other local markets nearby. Parking: There is a dedicated parking area, but it’ll cost you 50 Baht. Summary: Come for the 60 Baht Leos, grab a burger, and enjoy the live music. It's a bit pricier than your average street market for most items, but the atmosphere makes it worth the visit..
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117 75 ซอย หัวถนน 23 Tambon Nong Kae, Amphoe Hua Hin, Chang Wat Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailand
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Tamarind Market: Frequently Asked Questions
What days is Tamarind Market open?
Thursday to Sunday, 17:00 to 23:00. It's closed Monday to Wednesday.
Is Tamarind Market cash only?
Bring cash. You pay each stall directly, with no coupons to buy first.
What's the difference between Tamarind Market and Cicada Market?
Tamarind is a food court with a live band, Thursday to Sunday. Cicada, across the road, is the arts-and-crafts market with stage shows, Friday to Sunday. On a weekend you can shop at one and eat at the other.
Is Tamarind Market free?
Yes, entry is free. Parking on site is ฿50.
Is Tamarind Market worth visiting?
Tamarind Market holds a 4.5★ rating from 3,384 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated markets & shopping in Hua Hin.
When is the best time to visit Tamarind Market?
The best months to visit Hua Hin are November – August, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in Weekends year-round (Bangkok day-trippers) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: October (wettest month).
Where is Tamarind Market located?
Tamarind Market is at 117 75 ซอย หัวถนน 23 Tambon Nong Kae, Amphoe Hua Hin, Chang Wat Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailand, in Hua Hin. Getting around Hua Hin: Songthaews (green, along Phetkasem Road to Khao Takiab); Motorbike taxis.
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