Chiang Mai's night markets are heaven for all shopping enthusiasts out there.
They offer an excellent range of goods at reasonable prices.
This article brings you a list of the must-visit markets among them.
Chiang Mai - touted as the "Rose of the North" - is a mesmerizing town bestowed with scenic natural beauty. It boasts lots of attractions, both natural and man-made, to provide you with an unforgettable travel experience.
The town is home to several night markets that are worth a visit. These markets are vibrant, getting alive and full of enthusiasm as the sun sets down. From clothes to handicrafts to jewelry and more - the diversity of items sold here is astounding in the truest sense of the term. Also, they offer an insight into the region's art & local culture as well.
Chiang Mai Night Bazaar (located in Chang Moi)
Chiang Mai Night Bazaar is the most vibrant night market here. It has hundreds of stalls lined up along the narrow streets. Here, you can get shoes, clothes, silk items, kitchenware, furniture, handicrafts, and more. Also, there are several stalls selling delicious seafood dishes. The prices are not fixed, allowing you to showcase your bargaining skills.
Kalare Night Market (located in Chang Khlan)
Kalare Night Market is home to many stalls, remaining crowded throughout the year. It offers an excellent opportunity to stroll peacefully through the stalls and go shopping for hours. It has an excellent range of items like clothes, shoes, jewelry, bags, accessories, artwork, etc. Also, it has a food court that offers various veg and non-veg dishes (of Thai, Indian, Japanese, and other cuisines).
Anusarn Market (located in Changklan Road)
Anusarn Market is a colorful place to visit in Chiang Mai. It boasts a huge number of stalls selling various essential accessories at affordable prices. There are numerous food stalls serving authentic Thai, Indian, & Japanese dishes. The seafood dishes here are must-try, which you simply cannot get enough of. It hosts live performances every night featuring some talented artists.
Warorot Market (located in Chang Moi Road)
Warorot Market - also known as Kad Luang - is a must-visit place for food lovers. It offers an incredible range of snacks, juices, sausages, fried items, noodle dishes, and more. Several stalls here are dedicated to packaged food, and the prices are very low in comparison to Chiang Mai's other markets. There are also many stalls selling clothes, cosmetics, and accessories as well.
Sunday Walking Street (located in Rachadamnoen Road)
Sunday Walking Street - popularly known as Sunday Night Market - sets up early in the evening (only on Sundays, as the name suggests) and remains open until midnight. It spreads over a 1 km long street, filled with hundreds of stalls selling various items at reasonable prices. The most sold items here are souvenirs, handicrafts, and dried fruits.
The list also includes Kad Rin Come Night Market, Saturday Night Market, Chang Phuak Gate Night Market, etc.
