Chatuchak Weekend Market in Bangkok, Thailand is one of the most popular markets in Asia and has become a tourist spot, attracting both locals and tourists. The market runs from about 9am to 6pm on Saturdays and Sundays, and it’s busiest in the late morning and early afternoon, so arriving early helps you beat the crowds and heat. It has more than 15,000 stalls across the 35-hectare area, both indoor and outdoor.
You can find almost everything in here, from clothing, accessories, handmade local crafts, souvenirs, antiques, pet supplies, and plants. The market is divided into many sections to make it easier to navigate. Alongside the shopping area, there are food vendors selling a variety of Thai street food and beverages.
Chatuchak Weekend Market is divided into 26 sections. The sections are numbered and often contain similar shops inside them. These are the sections:
- Art and galleries (section 7)
- Antiques and collectables (sections 1, 26)
- Books (sections 1, 27)
- Clothing and accessories (sections 2–6, 10–26)
- Ceramics (sections 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 25)
- Handicrafts (sections 8–11)
- Furniture and home decor (sections 1,3,4,7,8)
- Food and beverage (sections 2, 3, 4, 23, 24, 26, 27)
- Miscellaneous and used clothing (sections 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 22, 25, 26)
- Plants and gardening (sections 3, 4)
- Pets and accessories (sections 8, 9, 11, 13)
On Wednesday and Thursday, the plant section of the market is open from 7am until 6pm. On Friday, the market is open for wholesale only from 6pm until 12pm.
Market info
- Admission fee: free
- How to get there via public transport:
- BTS Sky Train: Stop at Mo Chit Station. Only 5-minute walk from the BTS station.
- MRT: Chatuchak Park Station, 5-10 minutes walk
- Don’t forget to bargain to get the best deal
- Some people bring a rolling suitcase to put their shopping goods
Market days
Every Saturday and Sunday
Opening hours on market days
9am – 6pm
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