Chatuchak Weekend Market
Bangkok (Thailand), Bangkok · Bangkok (Thailand) travel guide
Shopping
World’s largest weekend market with thousands of stalls offering food, clothes, and souvenirs.
Plan your visit
| Time to spend | About 3 h (2–5 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 9–11 AM — cooler and less crowded before noon |
| Avoid | 12–4 PM — stifling heat in covered lanes |
| Best months | Nov–Feb |
| Months to avoid | Apr–May |
| Entry fee | Free entry |
| Opening hours | Mon–Tue: Closed; Wed–Thu: 1:30 AM–12:30 PM; Fri: 12:30–6:30 PM; Sat–Sun: 3:30 AM–12:30 PM |
| Setting | Indoor & outdoor |
| Effort | Some walking — Several km walking in crowded lanes |
| Good for | Families, Couples, Solo, Groups |
| Rating | 4.4 / 5 on Google (52,537 reviews) |
Full market only on weekends; Nov–Feb is most comfortable, April heat in the lanes is intense.
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need at Chatuchak Weekend Market?
Most visitors spend about 3 h; 2–5 h depending on pace.
What is the best time to visit Chatuchak Weekend Market?
9–11 AM, for cooler and less crowded before noon. The best months are Nov–Feb.
What is the entry fee for Chatuchak Weekend Market?
Entry is free.
What are the timings of Chatuchak Weekend Market?
Mon–Tue: Closed; Wed–Thu: 1:30 AM–12:30 PM; Fri: 12:30–6:30 PM; Sat–Sun: 3:30 AM–12:30 PM.
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