Chatuchak Weekend Market on Postcard

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"Chatuchak Weekend Market is recommended for its street-food scene, where you can score affordable meals." - Margot Bigg Margot Bigg Margot Bigg is a freelance travel writer and editor who has spent most of her adult life traveling and living overseas. Her favorite topics include India travel, experiential travel, wellness, hotels, and the

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@cntraveler

"Known as JJ Market to most locals (the official name, Chatuchak, is pronounced with a J sound), this is the granddaddy of all markets: With 15,000 stalls, it's among the largest outdoor markets in the world. Everything is buyable, from practical stuff like home décor, art, clothing, accessories, and cooking equipment, to trinkets and oddities like knock-off Nikes and Beats by Dre, iPhone covers, and—yes—even live animals. Despite its sheer size, though, the market is very well organized, with goods arranged by type and a large map posted near the entrance." - Diana Hubbell, Katie Lockhart

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@afar

"Thailand's Ultimate Outdoor Shopping Experience The mother of unique Bangkok retail experiences is undoubtedly Chatuchak Weekend Market, Thailand ’s largest outdoor bazaar. Known as Jatujak or simply JJ, it has15,000 stalls spread over 35 acres andsells almost everything under the sun. This is the place to buy a Beatles cushion or shopfor a new pet cobra or a hand-carved Buddha icon. With 200,000 people descending on the market every weekend, it's best to come early, and perseverance can uncover a veritable treasure trove of collectibles ranging from beautiful ceramics and handicrafts to exquisite jewelry."

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@afar

"Thailand's Ultimate Outdoor Shopping Experience The mother of unique Bangkok retail experiences is undoubtedly Chatuchak Weekend Market, Thailand ’s largest outdoor bazaar. Known as Jatujak or simply JJ, it has15,000 stalls spread over 35 acres andsells almost everything under the sun. This is the place to buy a Beatles cushion or shopfor a new pet cobra or a hand-carved Buddha icon. With 200,000 people descending on the market every weekend, it's best to come early, and perseverance can uncover a veritable treasure trove of collectibles ranging from beautiful ceramics and handicrafts to exquisite jewelry."

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Andrew Hubbard

Google

WOW this place is huge 😯 The market has everything for anyone. If you know what you want you will find it... eventually 😉 There are so many stalls and so much stuff it's truly amazing. Plus massage, pharmacy, bars and food galore. Make sure to give yourself at least a minimum of 4hr to see the bulk of this extensive place. There is also an indoor air conditioned mall too. Try not to get lost 😂 Enjoy 😜

jai gupta

Google

I recently visited Chatuchak Weekend Market, and it was a great experience overall. The market is massive, with a wide variety of stalls selling everything from clothes to souvenirs. However, I would highly recommend going in the evening. The weather is more pleasant, and the whole market has a nice vibe after sunset. One thing to note, though, is that if you're looking to buy clothes, I found prices to be higher compared to markets in Delhi. So, while it's a fun place to explore, you may not always find the best deals on clothing. Overall, it's still worth a visit for the unique items and atmosphere!

Basel Mahardawi

Google

Good market in general Has a wide variety of options for anything you could think of. Nice place to buy souvenirs if you're going back home. Prices are acceptable, and even some things are really cheap. The only disadvantage is that the quality of some products may not be the best, but anyway you get what you pay for. All in all, every person who visits Thailand should go to this place. Recommended for shopping and souvenirs.

Saya

Google

Always have loved coming here! It’s gotten more touristy over the years but it’s still a must-see. You will find anything you could possibly want - I recommend coming towards the end of your trip so that you can manage your luggage better (if you’re not a local). There’s food, massages, clothes, decoration, trinkets, accessories, etc. So definitely plan a whole afternoon for this and don’t worry about bringing snacks!

John Dahill

Google

You name it they got it…clothes art luggage housewares food…huge consumer market!Enjoyed an excellent coconut smoothie that was topped with generous coconut slices! Bought a fantastic priced shirt and money belt. Have seen some suggestions online not to negotiate with vendors IMHO best to kindly ask for a better price or suggest a number slightly below where you would buy. Encountered a number of instances where quoted prices were over the top and ended up a third of the original quote while walking away. If it is a fixed price location they will let you know. Some prices are already deep discounted to market. Prices seemed better further away from Gate 1.

S C

Google

I strongly recommend to do your own research to which areas you’d like to explore before arriving, cause this place is massive. But in my opinion, the best sections in the market are 2-4 which is the young trendy fashion, and 6 for vintage clothing. I was here on the Saturday from 9:30am till 5pm. In the morning it’s much quieter while between 12-3pm is when it’s at its busiest. Section 6 was my personal favourite; I found some amazing vintage western shirts and denim shirts for 300 THB. The food here is also pretty good. And if your feet get tired, you can get a foot massage for 250 THB. Definitely a must visit for any BKK holiday.

Shi Min Ng

Google

Be prepared to explore the nooks and crannies of this huge market. I read reviews saying they start opening at 9am but in reality most only start opening by 10am. Go early in the morning to escape the heat and crowd! It’s a great experience wandering the streets and seeing what’s around. I recommend reading the map online first and planning your routes. Personally feel sections 2-4 will be the best with the younger crowd (items from indie/hip/local artists). Reduced one star because the clothes were of pretty bad dye quality. All 4 pieces I bought from 3 different stores leaked color so badly even after 20 washes they weren’t fully clear. Even one that I got at 500baht was also having the same problem. Massage was cheap!

Eid deveil

Google

Should you go here in Bangkok? Yes definitely! This is a must place to visit and reach out, scrolling wondering shopping for souvenir, fashions, arts and others. Please plan out what to buy and snap the map 1st because it was very huge and need more than 4 hours to explore. You might be lost and not buy the right items after visit. Yes 1 day visit is needed here. It is a neat arrangement of each section by category, AND THE MOST PRECIOUS was the Toilet got BIDET. Also the sellers are friendly and got affordable price if you're lucky.

Andrew Hubbard

Google

WOW this place is huge 😯 The market has everything for anyone. If you know what you want you will find it... eventually 😉 There are so many stalls and so much stuff it's truly amazing. Plus massage, pharmacy, bars and food galore. Make sure to give yourself at least a minimum of 4hr to see the bulk of this extensive place. There is also an indoor air conditioned mall too. Try not to get lost 😂 Enjoy 😜

jai gupta

Google

I recently visited Chatuchak Weekend Market, and it was a great experience overall. The market is massive, with a wide variety of stalls selling everything from clothes to souvenirs. However, I would highly recommend going in the evening. The weather is more pleasant, and the whole market has a nice vibe after sunset. One thing to note, though, is that if you're looking to buy clothes, I found prices to be higher compared to markets in Delhi. So, while it's a fun place to explore, you may not always find the best deals on clothing. Overall, it's still worth a visit for the unique items and atmosphere!

Basel Mahardawi

Google

Good market in general Has a wide variety of options for anything you could think of. Nice place to buy souvenirs if you're going back home. Prices are acceptable, and even some things are really cheap. The only disadvantage is that the quality of some products may not be the best, but anyway you get what you pay for. All in all, every person who visits Thailand should go to this place. Recommended for shopping and souvenirs.

Saya

Google

Always have loved coming here! It’s gotten more touristy over the years but it’s still a must-see. You will find anything you could possibly want - I recommend coming towards the end of your trip so that you can manage your luggage better (if you’re not a local). There’s food, massages, clothes, decoration, trinkets, accessories, etc. So definitely plan a whole afternoon for this and don’t worry about bringing snacks!

John Dahill

Google

You name it they got it…clothes art luggage housewares food…huge consumer market!Enjoyed an excellent coconut smoothie that was topped with generous coconut slices! Bought a fantastic priced shirt and money belt. Have seen some suggestions online not to negotiate with vendors IMHO best to kindly ask for a better price or suggest a number slightly below where you would buy. Encountered a number of instances where quoted prices were over the top and ended up a third of the original quote while walking away. If it is a fixed price location they will let you know. Some prices are already deep discounted to market. Prices seemed better further away from Gate 1.

S C

Google

I strongly recommend to do your own research to which areas you’d like to explore before arriving, cause this place is massive. But in my opinion, the best sections in the market are 2-4 which is the young trendy fashion, and 6 for vintage clothing. I was here on the Saturday from 9:30am till 5pm. In the morning it’s much quieter while between 12-3pm is when it’s at its busiest. Section 6 was my personal favourite; I found some amazing vintage western shirts and denim shirts for 300 THB. The food here is also pretty good. And if your feet get tired, you can get a foot massage for 250 THB. Definitely a must visit for any BKK holiday.

Shi Min Ng

Google

Be prepared to explore the nooks and crannies of this huge market. I read reviews saying they start opening at 9am but in reality most only start opening by 10am. Go early in the morning to escape the heat and crowd! It’s a great experience wandering the streets and seeing what’s around. I recommend reading the map online first and planning your routes. Personally feel sections 2-4 will be the best with the younger crowd (items from indie/hip/local artists). Reduced one star because the clothes were of pretty bad dye quality. All 4 pieces I bought from 3 different stores leaked color so badly even after 20 washes they weren’t fully clear. Even one that I got at 500baht was also having the same problem. Massage was cheap!

Eid deveil

Google

Should you go here in Bangkok? Yes definitely! This is a must place to visit and reach out, scrolling wondering shopping for souvenir, fashions, arts and others. Please plan out what to buy and snap the map 1st because it was very huge and need more than 4 hours to explore. You might be lost and not buy the right items after visit. Yes 1 day visit is needed here. It is a neat arrangement of each section by category, AND THE MOST PRECIOUS was the Toilet got BIDET. Also the sellers are friendly and got affordable price if you're lucky.

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