Naka Weekend Market
A sprawling market with noodle & satay cafes, plus stalls selling batik sarongs & logoed T-shirts.
Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Naka Weekend Market, round out your day in Phuket with contrasting stops nearby.
Visitor Reviews
It was filled with a fantastic food court at the end, the food is amazing and diverse. The hours aren’t bad either. You can also haggle the prices if you wanna buy something. Theres fake merchandise, Thailand tourist clothes, shoes, hats, jewelry and so much more. Theres also amazing food for dinner and dessert, drinks like smoothies, water, soda, and alcohol. For dinner there’s seafood chicken, beef (even wagyu) and more. Theres also a lotta different dessert like mochi, ice cream, fried potato and sweet potato balls (my favorite) and even more. The bathrooms cost 5 baht, but food and item prices are very diverse, most people working there can understand a good amount of English, they are very used to tourists and friendly. I’d love to come back here, love this place, it’s very cheap (ofc depending on what currency your country has). 10/10 P.S they sell a lotta weed and even weed brownies if anyone is up for that. Also I mostly took pictures of the food.
Naka Market is a very enjoyable and vibrant market in Phuket, especially if you want to experience the local atmosphere. The market is spacious, well organized, and easy to walk around, with a great variety of stalls. You’ll find everything from delicious street food and fresh drinks to clothes, souvenirs, accessories, and local products. The food section is excellent, with many options to try different Thai flavors at reasonable prices, all freshly prepared. The atmosphere is lively and fun, particularly in the evening, with music, friendly vendors, and a relaxed vibe. It’s a great place to walk around, eat, shop, and spend a few hours exploring. Overall, Naka Market is definitely worth visiting when you’re in Phuket. A great mix of food, shopping, and local culture…I would happily come back again.
This was a three-fer. First, if you like buying stuff cheap it is the place to be. Second, they had tons of good food. Lastly, they had a number of live free shows, none more impressive then a young group of musicians playing and singing 80's rock music. When shopping be careful to negotiate and not be cheated.
Location Info
Thanon Wirat Hong Yok, Tambon Wichit, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83000, Thailandwww.phuketnakamarket.com/Tips for Visiting Markets & Shopping
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.
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.
Be Cautious with Tailors
Bangkok has excellent tailors, but also many tourist traps. Avoid anyone offering suspiciously cheap suits or who approaches you on the street. Ask your hotel for recommendations, read reviews, and always get two fittings.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – April
Avoid: June – September (rough seas)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
24°C – 33°C(75°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January
Getting there
Phuket International Airport (HKT) receives direct international flights. Ferries connect from Krabi and Koh Phi Phi.
Getting around
- •Grab (widely available)
- •Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate)
- •Motorbike rental
- •Airport bus to Phuket Town
- •Ferry & speedboat to nearby islands