Chic Chic Market
Chic Chic Market is a popular open-air shopping destination located along Mittraphap Road in Nong Khai, drawing locals and visitors alike with its relaxed evening atmosphere and mix of retail stalls and food vendors. Situated in Tambon Nong Kom Ko, the market operates daily and comes to life in the late afternoon, making it a natural stop for those looking to browse, eat, and soak up the local scene after the heat of the day has passed. Visitors can expect a casual, community-oriented market experience with a range of stalls selling clothing, accessories, and everyday goods alongside street food options. The evening setting gives the market a lively but unhurried character, typical of provincial Thai night markets where the focus is as much on socialising as it is on shopping. It holds a solid reputation among local reviewers, reflecting its consistency as a neighbourhood favourite rather than a tourist-oriented destination. Good to know: Chic Chic Market opens at 15:00 every day of the week and runs until midnight, so there is no need to rush. The evening hours between 18:00 and 21:00 tend to offer the fullest market atmosphere as vendors are fully set up and foot traffic peaks. Comfortable, casual clothing is suitable, and bringing cash is advisable as smaller stalls may not accept card payments. Updates on vendors and events can be found through the market's Facebook page.
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Chic Chic Market: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chic Chic Market worth visiting?
Chic Chic Market holds a 4.2★ rating from 419 Google reviews — a strong rating for markets & shopping in Udon Thani.
What are the opening hours of Chic Chic Market?
Chic Chic Market 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 Chic Chic Market?
The best months to visit Udon Thani are December – February (Red Lotus Sea blooms Dec–Feb), with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January (lotus season weekends) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: March – May (peak heat).
Where is Chic Chic Market located?
Chic Chic Market is at 838 หมู่ 9 ถนน มิตรภาพ Tambon Nong Kom Ko, Amphoe Mueang Nong Khai, Chang Wat Nong Khai 43000, Thailand, in Udon Thani. Getting around Udon Thani: Songthaews on numbered city routes (฿10–15); Grab and metered taxis in the city.
Location Info
838 หมู่ 9 ถนน มิตรภาพ Tambon Nong Kom Ko, Amphoe Mueang Nong Khai, Chang Wat Nong Khai 43000, Thailand+66 42 414 311www.facebook.com/ChicChicNongkhai/?ref=bookmarksVisitor Information
Best time to visit
December – February (Red Lotus Sea blooms Dec–Feb)
Avoid: March – May (peak heat)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
19°C – 35°C(66°F – 95°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January (lotus season weekends)
Getting there
Udon Thani Airport (UTH) has frequent Bangkok flights (~65 min). The overnight sleeper train from Bangkok to Nong Khai stops here (~9 hrs); buses from Mo Chit take 7–8 hours. Vientiane (Laos) is 80 km via the Friendship Bridge.
Getting around
- •Songthaews on numbered city routes (฿10–15)
- •Grab and metered taxis in the city
- •Minivans and trains to Nong Khai (55 km, ~1 hr)
- •Rental car for the Red Lotus Sea and Ban Chiang (both ~50 km out)
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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
December – February (Red Lotus Sea blooms Dec–Feb)
Avoid: March – May (peak heat)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
19°C – 35°C(66°F – 95°F)
Crowds
Peak: December – January (lotus season weekends)
Getting there
Udon Thani Airport (UTH) has frequent Bangkok flights (~65 min). The overnight sleeper train from Bangkok to Nong Khai stops here (~9 hrs); buses from Mo Chit take 7–8 hours. Vientiane (Laos) is 80 km via the Friendship Bridge.
Getting around
- •Songthaews on numbered city routes (฿10–15)
- •Grab and metered taxis in the city
- •Minivans and trains to Nong Khai (55 km, ~1 hr)
- •Rental car for the Red Lotus Sea and Ban Chiang (both ~50 km out)