Phuket Night Market Tourism

Type of destination: Market

Phuket Night Market, also known as Naka Market or Chaofa Variety Weekend Market, is a sprawling open-air bazaar located on the outskirts of Phuket Town, Thailand. This vibrant marketplace becomes a colorful, bustling hub of activity come nightfall, particularly on weekends when it truly comes to life. Visitors can explore the maze of stalls that offer an extensive variety of goods ranging from tantalizing street food, trendy apparel, to souvenirs and local handicrafts. The food section invites with an array of local Thai cuisine, including delectable snacks, refreshing beverages, and desserts. The market is also known for its second-hand goods section and vintage finds, as well as its lively atmosphere enhanced by street performers and music. It's an ideal place for those looking to experience local culture and lifestyle, shop for unique items, and enjoy a spirited evening surrounded by the energy of the local commerce and entertainment. Thus, the Phuket Night Market is a must-visit for anyone looking to indulge in some shopping and sample authentic Thai street food while absorbing the eclectic ambiance.

Top 5 Reviews on Phuket Night Market

HMASBuffman

Wrote on 19th May, 2024

Hustle and Bustle Bliss

Super busy, super hot, Phuket Night Market please do not change! Love the hustle of the sellers and the amazing food! 60Baht Pad Thai cooked fresh in-front of us, washed down with a 50Baht Chang beer...

RonandLin

Wrote on 15th Feb, 2024

A must visit

A must do if you are in Phuket. Lots of varied stalls and entertainment. Very narrow walkways between stalls and great busy atmosphere. A huge range of food stalls including fried insects! If you..

LeeLee883

Wrote on 11th Feb, 2024

Little too busy and samey with stalls

We arrived around 5pm to avoid crowd's. The aisles are narrow and we made the correct decision not to bring the parm along with us for that reason. The stalls sell fairly similar things, clothes and t..

leonr128

Wrote on 21st Jan, 2024

Best of both worlds - retail and food ...get here asap !

Wow that was an experience ! This market has so much going on and is huge. The retail offering is absolutely massive, and the food range from the food section is also huge. I did at least 4 laps if ..

alipR3763BQ

Wrote on 27th Nov, 2023

Lotta fun

One great big market with loads of great food and shopping. The market is only open Saturdays and Sundays. On Fridays it is only partially open, so remember if you want to have access to the whole mar..