Night Market Patong
Loud, cheap and packed by 7pm, but treat the food stalls as a lucky dip rather than dinner plans.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 15:00–00:00
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
Come for the noise and the browsing, not for a great meal. This is Patong at full volume, with clothing racks, souvenir stalls, fruit piled up under lights, and food vendors sizzling away from mid-afternoon until midnight. Plenty of people wander in for an hour and end up staying three, which tells you something about the pull of the place.
Food is where opinions split hard. Some reviewers rave about the variety and the coconut ice cream, and go back several nights running. Others report below-average fried rice, dodgy shrimp fritters and repetitive stalls compared with bigger night markets elsewhere. Seafood in particular gets called out as pricey. Table hygiene comes up more than once too. Graze on a few small things rather than committing to a full sit-down dinner, and pick stalls with a line.
Arrive early evening, roughly 5pm to 7pm, when most vendors are set up but the aisles are still walkable. Later on it gets shoulder to shoulder, so wear shoes you don't mind having stepped on.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Reviews from Google
I thoroughly enjoyed shopping here for clothes, sovieners and food. The food and drinks stalls were amazing, with so much variety we did not know what to choose. The coconut icecream was delicious. Exotic fruits was available and so pleasing to the eyes. We went there for dinner every day for 3 nights.
Patong Night Market is an absolute must-visit if you’re staying anywhere near Patong or Phuket. I went in with high expectations after hearing so many great things, and it still managed to exceed everything I imagined. The moment you enter, you’re greeted with a colorful buzz of energy—stalls sizzling with street food, vendors calling out friendly hellos, music playing in the background, and the scent of spices drifting through the air. It’s the kind of place where you can easily spend hours without even noticing the time go by. The food is definitely the highlight. From freshly grilled seafood to mango sticky rice, pad thai, skewers, and so many uniquely Thai snacks, there’s something for everyone. Everything I tried was full of flavor and surprisingly well-priced for such a popular area. The vendors were welcoming and happy to recommend dishes or explain what things were, which made the experience feel even more enjoyable. Beyond the food, the market also has plenty of shopping options—clothes, souvenirs, accessories, handmade crafts, and more. Bargaining is expected, but always done with a smile. The whole atmosphere feels lively, safe, and perfect for families, couples, or solo travelers. If you’re looking for great food, fun shopping, and an authentic slice of Phuket nightlife, Patong Night Market is absolutely worth the visit. I’d highly recommend it to anyone exploring the area!
Seafood is expensive but some of the stalls are cheap, but the food quality is not as expected, table hygiene needs to be improved, toilet 5 baht and located far behind, overall not too bad, can consider a quick dinner spot.
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32 Thanon Prachanukhro, Tambon Patong, Amphoe Kathu, Chang Wat Phuket 83150, 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.
Night Market Patong: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Night Market Patong worth visiting?
Night Market Patong holds a 4.3★ rating from 1,643 Google reviews — a strong rating for markets & shopping in Phuket.
What are the opening hours of Night Market Patong?
Night Market Patong is typically open 15:00–00:00 — 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 Night Market Patong?
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 Night Market Patong located?
Night Market Patong is at 32 Thanon Prachanukhro, Tambon Patong, Amphoe Kathu, Chang Wat Phuket 83150, Thailand, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).
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