Chatuchak Weekend Market – A Shopper's Paradise in Bangkok
Chatuchak Weekend Market is Thailand's most famous market, selling almost everything new and second-hand at fair prices – easy to reach by MRT or BTS.
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Chatuchak Weekend Market is at Chatuchak Park, Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road, Bangkok. With more than 27 sections, it sells everything from vintage clothes, accessories and handicrafts to art, home decor, plants and pets, and bargaining is part of the fun. Take the MRT to Kamphaeng Phet (exit 2) or the BTS to Mo Chit.
Key takeaways
- Thailand's most famous market, with more than 27 sections – plan a full day
- Sells almost everything: clothes, home decor, art, collectibles, plants and pets
- Bargaining is expected and part of the fun
- MRT Kamphaeng Phet exit 2 / BTS Mo Chit exit 1 / many bus routes
- It gets hot at midday, and parking is hard to find if you drive
If you're looking for somewhere to shop, stroll and relax, picking up new or second-hand items at reasonable prices, Meeting Point recommends Chatuchak Weekend Market – a true shopper's paradise. Just be warned that it gets a bit hot in the middle of the day.
Bored on the weekend and not sure where to go? Head to Chatuchak Market. It's very easy to reach by bus, MRT or BTS. You can drive yourself too, but finding parking can be a hassle.
Chatuchak Market is one of Thailand's most famous markets – a favorite of both Thai shoppers and visitors from all over the world. It sells almost everything, and if it's your first time, you could easily spend the whole day here.
The more you walk, the more you find – and you'll want everything you see. So what can you find here?
- Vintage and new clothing
- Fashion accessories
- Cosmetics
- Electronics
- Travel gear
- New and second-hand books
- Traditional handicrafts
- Flowers
- Art
- Ceramics
- Antiques
- Collectibles
- Home decor
- Furniture
- Pets and pet supplies
- Plants and gardening tools
Another part of the fun here is bargaining. Once you manage to haggle the price down, shopping feels even more enjoyable.
There really is a huge amount of stuff – the market has more than 27 sections, so you'll walk until your feet ache and can easily spend the whole day. Prices are low too, and the place has a lot of charm. Around the market you can also visit Chatuchak Park, Queen Sirikit Park, the Children's Discovery Museum, Rot Fai Park (Railway Park) and the Bangkok Butterfly Garden and Insectarium.
Chatuchak Market – visitor information
Location: Chatuchak Park, Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900
Map: https://goo.gl/maps/nnbDNyjXgqm4SL1i6
Getting there:
- MRT: Get off at Kamphaeng Phet station, exit 2, which brings you right into Chatuchak Market.
- BTS: Get off at Mo Chit station, exit 1, walk along the fence of Chatuchak Park and enter the market at gate 3.
- Bus: Stop in front of Chatuchak Park (Phahon Yothin Road). Regular buses: 3, 8, 27, 28, 44, 52, 77, 96, 104, 108, 122, 126, 145 and 182.
FAQ
Which MRT station is closest to Chatuchak Market?
Kamphaeng Phet station – exit 2 takes you right into the market.
How do I get to Chatuchak Market by BTS?
Get off at Mo Chit, take exit 1, walk along the Chatuchak Park fence and enter through gate 3.
What can you buy at Chatuchak Market?
Vintage and new clothes, accessories, cosmetics, electronics, books, handicrafts, art, ceramics, antiques, home decor, furniture, pets and plants.
Can you bargain at Chatuchak Market?
Yes – haggling is common and part of the fun of shopping here.
What else is near Chatuchak Market?
Chatuchak Park, Queen Sirikit Park, the Children's Discovery Museum, Rot Fai Park and the Bangkok Butterfly Garden and Insectarium.
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