Joanna James
Bangkok is a city that many will visit purely for its retail offerings, which are quite unmatched in quality and affordability than anywhere else in the region. Markets add dimension to any shopping trip, as it's packed with culture and great food. It is guaranteed to be a night of wholesome fun!
This night market is located in the northern region of Bangkok, and the goods on sale are a bit more stylish than the other marketplaces close to this night market. The best way to get there is via the MRT subway to Phahonyothin station; from there, one can take a tuk-tuk to the Major Ratchoyothin Market.
This night market has a more modern vibe. It is located on Ratchada Road, near the Lad Phrao MRT Underground Station and away from central Bangkok. There are over 1,800 kiosks, stores, and restaurants, as well as a ton of recreation options.
This big, outdoor bazaar takes place in Bangkok's eastern suburbs on a large block of land after Seacon Square, on Srinakarin Road. The vendors have all types of collectables and keepsakes – plus, you can find many items like antique furniture to hipster fashions.
It used to be called, 'Flashlight Market' as the shoppers needed a flashlight to see the goods on display at night. The market is packed with various stalls and is especially known for its wide variety of secondhand items and all sorts of knick-knacks like car parts, CDs, clothes, and toys.
The massive Chatuchak Market is a popular daytime market, especially on the weekends, but on Fridays, nighttime shopping is available, with traders setting up their kiosks from 9 pm. You will enjoy fewer people and a cooler atmosphere.
This unique night market is found near the body of a Tristar Airliner in Chang Chui, alongside other interesting sculptures surrounding the massive plane. There is a nice variety of shopping and eating options available. The ambience created by urban and eccentric artwork is usually the star attraction of the market.
Asiatique is a nighttime bazaar and shopping mall, which is located 10 minutes from Saphan Taksin BTS station. This one-time international trading port has been transformed into a bazaar with over 1,500 boutiques and shops.
The bright and beautiful Flower Market is a treat for the senses. It smells divine, with thousands of flowers spread across the entire premises. It is open 24 hours and is busiest at night and sunrise. That's when the boats and vehicles bring flowers from all over Thailand. Try accommodations such as Pathumwan Princess Hotel if you are looking for places to stay nearby the markets.
Also known as Train Night Market, Talat Rot Fai is popular amongst locals and tourists, especially for its setting! The stalls of the market are amid disused train tracks and old warehouses. Talat Rot Fai Markets has a large open-air bazaar-type of layout, with plenty of stalls filled with mouth-watering street food, snacks, beverages, thrift shopping, new clothes, vintage items, accessories, and antiques. You can also find some of the top restaurants in Bangkok close to this market.
This night market was founded in December 2016 and is in a central area of downtown Pratunam, near Siam; hence, it is additionally named the ''Downtown Night Market of Bangkok''. If you are shopping close to Central World or Platinum Fashion Mall, don't forget to walk over to the Neon Market in the evening!
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