Mae Kim Heng New Market
A working Korat market for produce, household bits and cheap food, not a tourist attraction.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Open 24 hours daily
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 44 268 223
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
This is a market for people who need onions, not souvenirs. It sits on Suranaree Road in the middle of Nakhon Ratchasima, and it works the way most Thai city markets work, with fresh produce, household goods, food stalls, and a steady flow of residents doing their daily shopping. If you want handicrafts and photogenic stalls laid on for visitors, you'll be disappointed. If you want to see how Korat actually feeds itself, it's a good hour.
My advice is to go early. Produce markets everywhere are at their sharpest not long after dawn, and by mid-morning you'll still get a wide choice with the place in full swing. Come with small notes, come hungry, and be willing to point at things. Prices are low and nobody's expecting you.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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167 Suranaree Rd, Tambon Nai Mueang, Amphoe Mueang Nakhon Ratchasima, Chang Wat Nakhon Ratchasima 30000, 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.
Mae Kim Heng New Market: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mae Kim Heng New Market worth visiting?
Mae Kim Heng New Market holds a 4.2★ rating from 2,074 Google reviews — a strong rating for markets & shopping in Korat.
What are the opening hours of Mae Kim Heng New Market?
Mae Kim Heng New Market is open 24 hours a day — 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 Mae Kim Heng New Market?
The best months to visit Korat are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in Thai long weekends & Phimai Festival (November) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: April (peak heat).
Where is Mae Kim Heng New Market located?
Mae Kim Heng New Market is at 167 Suranaree Rd, Tambon Nai Mueang, Amphoe Mueang Nakhon Ratchasima, Chang Wat Nakhon Ratchasima 30000, Thailand, in Korat. Getting around Korat: Songthaews on fixed city routes; Grab and Bolt (both work well in the city).
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