Bang Tao Night Market
Two days a week only, and it's food first, a proper neighborhood market rather than a tourist set piece.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Mon 16:00–21:00, Thu 14:00–20:00
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
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Two afternoons a week is all you get here, so the trip needs planning around the market rather than the other way round. Mondays it runs 4pm to 9pm, Thursdays 2pm to 8pm, and that's it. Turn up on a Saturday expecting stalls and you'll find an empty lot.
Go for the food. Vendors cook to order, prices are the sort locals pay, and the mix of dishes and snacks is the reason people keep coming back. There's clothing, handmade bits and souvenirs too, but I wouldn't make the journey for those. What you're really getting is a Choeng Thale neighborhood market that happens to be open to anyone who wanders in, not a curated evening built for visitors. It's unhurried. You can walk the whole thing twice without feeling pushed along, which is more than I'd say for the bigger Phuket markets.
If you only have one shot, take the Monday. The later close lines up with dinner, and eating your way down the row at dusk is the whole point.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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X8P2+F56, Choeng Thale, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, 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.
Bang Tao Night Market: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bang Tao Night Market worth visiting?
Bang Tao Night Market holds a 4.3★ rating from 1,978 Google reviews — a strong rating for markets & shopping in Phuket.
What are the opening hours of Bang Tao Night Market?
Bang Tao Night Market is typically open 16:00–21:00 — 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 Bang Tao Night Market?
The best months to visit Phuket are November – April, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: May – October (rough seas).
Where is Bang Tao Night Market located?
Bang Tao Night Market is at X8P2+F56, Choeng Thale, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).
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