Kamala Market

Four afternoons a week, cheap food and haggling by the beach, and closed all weekend.

4.3(1,279)

Plan your visit

Hours: Mon–Tue 14:00–21:00, Thu–Fri 14:00–21:00

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: Kamala Beach, Kamala, Kathu District, Phuket 83120, Thailand
Phone: +66 63 082 5591
Website: www.phuket.com/top10/top10-kamala-shopping.htm

Full opening hours

Monday14:00–21:00

Tuesday14:00–21:00

WednesdayClosed

Thursday14:00–21:00

Friday14:00–21:00

SaturdayClosed

SundayClosed

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Why go, and how to do it well

If you're staying in Kamala, this is your afternoon detour. If you're not, I wouldn't cross the island for it. It's a modest open-air market about 15 minutes' walk from the beach, and reviewers who've done the Phuket market circuit are honest about the scale. It's not the biggest, not the flashiest, but easy and cheap and genuinely local in feel.

Food is the reason to go. Sushi at around 50 baht for five pieces, meat skewers, coconut ice cream, fresh juices, fish and meat on the counters, plenty of halal options. A few hundred baht covers dinner and then some. The rest is clothes, shoes, bags, sunglasses, watches and the usual trinkets, and the price on the tag is an opening offer. Haggle. People who enjoy it come away pleased with themselves and a bag of t-shirts.

Go early in the session if you'd rather browse than shuffle. The evening is livelier, and busier.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026

Stay within reach of Kamala Market

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Market tours in Phuket

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Around here, on foot

Well-rated places within a short walk of Kamala Market, nearest first. Minutes are at an easy pace in the heat.

Experience hints

Pair your visit. After Kamala Market, round out your day in Phuket with contrasting stops nearby.

Reviews from Google

Very lively market. Lots of food options, drinks and juices, fresh meat and fish etc., We got some sushi, which was super tasty. 5 pc’s for 50 baht. Also got some meat skewers and coconut ice cream and some fresh juice. Probably spent a few hundred baht in all and was full for dinner. Had no issues with the food and everything looked clean. Lots of halal options. But bring cash. Would recommend.

Plenty of cheap food & drink options! Great to try some local food from different food vendours. And soooo much shopping if you love getting a good deal on clothes, bags, sunnies, watches, trinkets. Had a great time cruising through in the evenings! You might even be able to meet a cute chihuahua named iPhone 🐾

Not the biggest or the best however it’s just a 15 min walk from Kamala beach so makes a change of scenery. Would I make a special trip to go there? No, only if I was passing or very bored.

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Kamala Beach, Kamala, Kathu District, Phuket 83120, 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.

Kamala Market: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kamala Market worth visiting?

Kamala Market holds a 4.3★ rating from 1,279 Google reviews — a strong rating for markets & shopping in Phuket.

What are the opening hours of Kamala Market?

Kamala Market is typically open 14:00–21:00 — 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 Kamala 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 Kamala Market located?

Kamala Market is at Kamala Beach, Kamala, Kathu District, Phuket 83120, Thailand, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).

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