Shopping & Market in Thailand

Last Updated: June 08,2020

Unique Markets in Thailand

Maeklong Railway MarketOpen markets are found throughout the country and carry a distinct character that is very unique to the Thailand. Thailand has a lot alluring markets for shopping lovers. Open markets are found in street corners and carry a distinct character that is very unique to the Thailand.

These markets are often an important part of local people's life. Some of them even have over a hundred of year. Living atmosphere, smiling Thai people, all kinds of unique shopping things, delicious street food, snacks and drinks – it was an amazing first impression of local people and their market culture.

Floating Markets in Thailand

Damnoen Saduak Floating MarketThe floating markets in Thailand make this county also known as "Venice of the East". It is great fun paddling through the winding canals in Thailand. Shopping from boat, Haggling and negotiating on the price with locals. They can speak simple English.

These magic floating markets will truly one of many highlights of your Thailand trip. Damnoen Saduak Floating Market has been Thailand's star floating market for a very long time. But in that means, it can also be very touristy. Apart from Damnoen Saduak, you can also visit Amphawa Floating Market, Taling Chan Floating Market, Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market and Tha Kha Floating Market, etc. These unique markets are actually their living style for decades.

Let's take a look at some of the best floating markets in Thailand for good reasons and so you can decide which has the atmosphere, the look and the location that's right for you.

Thailand Markets

The market is a major part of Thai culture, and locals love the market as much as tourists. Bangkok has some of the biggest markets in the world. Chiang Mai is extremely popular for night bazaar probably because of the temperature is more tolerable in evening. Pattaya and Phuket have famous beachside walking streets.

Each market in Thailand offers different things, whether it's a special trading way, varied commodity, especially low prices, special cultural performances or amazing food vendors. In our list below, the best markets in Thailand allows you to observe local life and find unique souvenirs without wasting the beach day or sweltering in the midday sun.

Look at this strange shopping style as well as unique, useful, and unuseful things they sell. That's the meaning of travelling, isn't it?

Shopping in Bangkok

It's hard to count how many shopping markets in Bangkok are available for you to explore! Visiting Bangkok markets is a fantastic way to experience the local Thai life and market culture. If shopping is on your bucket list of Thailand trip, then think of a free day to Bangkok's market!

Thailand Shopping Malls

Thailand has a number of shopping centers suitable for various tourists and budgets. With on-site facilities such as food yards, supermarkets, cinemas, game arcades and multi-screen cinemas, it is very easy to explore a shopping mall in Thailand.

Those best shopping center offers an unforgettable shopping experience in terms of product diversity, accessibility in downtown areas, and overall shopping satisfaction. Whether you're looking for the most upscale, stylish, funniest or professional, you' ll find them in this extensive list.

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