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The Best Markets in Pattaya
Markets are where Pattaya eats, shops and comes alive after dark — from sprawling night bazaars to a famous floating market. Here are the best, and what each does best.
How we chose: We weigh the food, the atmosphere, the shopping and how local (versus touristy) each feels, mixing big-hitters with locals' favourites. Opening days and times vary, so verify before you go.
To eat like a local and shop for next to nothing, head to Pattaya’s markets — sprawling night bazaars, a photogenic floating market, and working seafood markets. Here are the best, and what each one is for.
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Pattaya Floating Market
Best for photosA purpose-built four-regions floating market — canals, boat vendors and snacks; touristy but photogenic.
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Thepprasit Market
Best night marketA huge weekend night market loved for street food and bargain shopping — a local institution.
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Made In Thailand Market
Best for fashion & vibeA lively, fashion-and-food night market popular with a younger crowd.
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Naklua Fish Market
Best for fresh seafoodA working fresh-seafood market at the Naklua end — about as local as it gets.
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Jomtien Night Market
Best beachside bitesA relaxed Jomtien evening market handy for cheap eats near the beach.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best market in Pattaya?
For street food and bargains, the big weekend night markets like Thepprasit are hard to beat; for photos, the purpose-built floating market delivers; for something local, the Naklua fish market is the real deal. Check opening days, as many are evening or weekend only.
When are Pattaya's night markets open?
Many of the big night markets run on specific evenings or weekends rather than daily, so it's worth checking the schedule for the one you want before heading over. ⟨VERIFY⟩