{"id":869,"date":"2010-12-27T12:47:14","date_gmt":"2010-12-27T05:47:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bangkokbeyond.com\/blog\/?p=869"},"modified":"2020-07-27T10:27:09","modified_gmt":"2020-07-27T03:27:09","slug":"bangkok-markets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bangkokbeyond.com\/blog\/bangkok-markets","title":{"rendered":"Bangkok Markets"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em>The biggest difference between Bangkok shopping markets and the markets you are used to back home is in the price, and we don\u2019t just mean because it\u2019s cheaper! <\/em><\/p>\n<p>One of the most fun aspects of shopping at <strong>Bangkok markets<\/strong> is that you have to bargain the price down for everything you buy, so never accept the first price you are quoted!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bangkokbeyond.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/12\/DSC000261.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-876 size-medium\" title=\"Bangkok Markets\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangkokbeyond.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/12\/DSC000261-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Bangkok Markets\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangkokbeyond.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/12\/DSC000261-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bangkokbeyond.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/12\/DSC000261-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bangkokbeyond.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/12\/DSC000261.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Bargaining in Asia is the normal practice outside of big shopping malls, and it\u2019s no different with Bangkok shopping, where it\u2019s a very subtle art. It will undoubtedly require a degree of skill in order for you to master it and get yourself the best possible prices.<\/p>\n<p>Anytime you visit a <strong>Bangkok market<\/strong>, such as the enormous outdoor one at Chatuchak, pay attention to some of the following tips that will help you save yourself a packet:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Never name a price, always insist that the seller names the first price<\/li>\n<li>Whatever they say, don\u2019t accept it!<\/li>\n<li>Judge for yourself the true value of whatever it is you are buying, and never pay more than you are comfortable with.<\/li>\n<li>Remember to be friendly and smile! Don\u2019t forget this is just a friendly negotiation after all, it pays to be diplomatic, so be patient.<\/li>\n<li>Last of all, don\u2019t be too mean. While it\u2019s certainly reasonable to try and save yourself a few hundred baht, arguing the toss over 10 Baht is probably going a little too far.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Chatuchak Market (Weekend Market)<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bangkokbeyond.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/12\/DSCN0783.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-874 size-medium\" title=\"Bangkok Markets\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangkokbeyond.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/12\/DSCN0783-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Bangkok Markets\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangkokbeyond.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/12\/DSCN0783-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bangkokbeyond.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/12\/DSCN0783-1024x768.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Only open on Saturday\u2019s and Sunday\u2019s, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bangkokbeyond.com\/blog\/chatuchak-weekend-market\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Chatuchak Weekend Market<\/a> is easily one of the biggest outdoor markets in South East Asia, resembling a labyrinth with its network of narrow alleyways and side streets that are just choc-a-block with shoppers.<\/p>\n<p>Chatuchak is a must-visit destination in the Bangkok shopping program for all you shop-a-holics out there, with all manner of Thai crafts and silks available, as well as ceramics, furniture, ornaments, clothes and there\u2019s even a huge section dedicated to live animals, including lizards, tarantulas and snakes to name just a few!<\/p>\n<p>Just remember that Chatuchak market can get very hot and very, very busy, so you might want to bring a fan with you, and don\u2019t forget to dress light.<\/p>\n<p><em>Where<\/em>: Pahonyothin Road, Chatuchak<br \/>\n<em>Best Buys<\/em>: Local handicrafts, glassware, art &amp; craft, clothes<\/p>\n<h4>Closed Down: Lumpini Night Bazaar<\/h4>\n<p>Another fantastic spot to shop till you drop is at the Lumpini Night Bazaar, the first ever open air <strong>market in Bangkok<\/strong>. Only open in the evenings (hence the name), this market is one of the most vibrant and diverse that the city has to offer, with well lit shops trading everything from furniture and home accessories to great value silver jewelry and pets, while of course there is a bundle of cheap clothing to choose from as well.<\/p>\n<p>After you\u2019re done shopping, make your way to the huge outdoor beer garden to enjoy refreshing drinks and the hilarious nightly cabaret show.<\/p>\n<p><em>Where<\/em>: Wireless Road, Samsen Nai<br \/>\n<em>Best Buys<\/em>: Handicrafts, gold, silver<\/p>\n<h4>Khao San Road<\/h4>\n<p>The backpacker\u2019s Mecca of Khao San Road, home to hordes of hairy travelers, cheap guesthouse, restaurants and pubs is also the stage for one of the most thriving markets in the city. Everything from arts, crafts, and jewelry to clothes, books and DVD\u2019s can be had here, while the ever-present carnival atmosphere means that Bangkok shopping is not the only entertainment you\u2019ll find here. It\u2019s even possible to get your portrait done here, you\u2019re hair braided, or go and get that tattoo that you\u2019ve always craved.<\/p>\n<p><em>Where<\/em>: Khao San Road, Banglamphu<br \/>\n<em>Best Buys<\/em>: Travel accessories (suitcases, bags, maps), souvenirs, books<\/p>\n<h4>Pratunam Market<\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bangkokbeyond.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/12\/08032010022.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignright wp-image-877 size-medium\" title=\"Bangkok Markets\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bangkokbeyond.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/12\/08032010022-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Bangkok Markets\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bangkokbeyond.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/12\/08032010022-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bangkokbeyond.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/12\/08032010022-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bangkokbeyond.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/12\/08032010022.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bangkokbeyond.com\/blog\/pratunam-market-bangkok\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">market at Pratunam<\/a>, set in the shadows of the Baiyoke Tower (Thailand\u2019s tallest building), is one of the biggest of its kind in Bangkok. One of the most chaotic and colorful areas of Bangkok, the focus at Pratunam is mostly on clothes, although it\u2019s also a good place to pick up fabrics and textiles, cheap watches, CD\u2019s and DVD\u2019s.<\/p>\n<p><em>Where<\/em>: Phaya Thai Road, Rathchathewi<br \/>\n<em>Best Buys<\/em>: Clothes, fabrics, textiles<\/p>\n<p>You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bangkokbeyond.com\/en\/rent-driver\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">rent a car and driver in Bangkok<\/a>\u00a0in getting around with all the stuff you have been shopping in flexibility and comfort.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The biggest difference between Bangkok shopping markets and the markets you are used to back home is in the price, and we don\u2019t just mean because it\u2019s cheaper! 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