Yamo Market
A working Korat market where the food stalls, not souvenirs, are the reason to turn up.
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 44 261 502
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
This is a market for people who want to eat, not shop for souvenirs. Stalls run to street food, fresh produce, clothes, accessories and the sort of everyday household bits locals actually come for, and the Isaan food is the part I'd prioritize. If you've done the Thao Suranari monument and want to see what Korat is like when it isn't performing for anyone, an hour here does the job.
Go early in the day if you can. The selection is widest before the popular stalls sell through, and you'll be walking a fair bit across the site, so wear something you don't mind standing in. Prices sit where you'd expect at a local market, which is to say you're unlikely to spend much. Don't come expecting polish or air conditioning. It's a trading floor, and that's the appeal.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Sep 2026
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Experience hints
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551 145 Thanon Mittraphap, Tambon Nai Mueang, Amphoe Mueang Nakhon Ratchasima, Chang Wat Nakhon Ratchasima 30000, Thailand
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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.
Yamo Market: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Yamo Market worth visiting?
Yamo Market holds a 4.3★ rating from 3,065 Google reviews — a strong rating for markets & shopping in Korat.
What are the opening hours of Yamo Market?
Yamo 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 Yamo 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 Yamo Market located?
Yamo Market is at 551 145 Thanon Mittraphap, 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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