Chiang Mai Markets

Chiang Mai is a city in northern Thailand and the capital of the Chiang Mai Province. It is located 700 km (435 mi) north of Bangkok, amongst the highest mountains in the country. The city sits astride the Ping River, a major tributary of the Chao Phraya River.

The markets in Chiang Mai are a great place to find Thai food and fashion at very reasonable prices. There is a wide variety of food available, from cooked meals to snacks and ingredients for cooking at home. Thai dishes such as pad thai and green curry are very popular, and can be found at most market stalls.

Clothing is also widely available at the markets, and again, prices are very reasonable. Thai silk is a popular purchase, as are cotton shirts and trousers. It is also possible to find more Western-style clothing, such as jeans and t-shirts. Prices for clothing vary depending on the item, but are generally quite cheap.

The markets in Chiang Mai are a great place to find both food and clothing at very reasonable prices. There is a wide variety of goods available, and the prices are tough to beat. Whether you’re looking for a quick meal or a new outfit, the markets are definitely worth a visit.

Pink elephant statue with a bag of liquid and a straw.
Night market scene with various crafts and clothing for sale.
Person getting henna tattoo at a market.
Nighttime fountain in Chiang Mai market with dragon-shaped urn.
Two children sit on a mat, watching a smartphone video while eating.
Night market in Chiang Mai with clothing and jewelry on display.
Woman in green apron hand-painting mandala design on dark blue circular surface.
Black and white photo of an artist painting a portrait at a market.
Person cutting open a coconut on a wooden cutting board at a market.
Fried crab in a wooden box at a market, 40 baht.
Grilled sausages arranged in a spiral on a metal grill at a night market.
Six dumplings cooking on a flat griddle at a market.
Grilled bananas with various toppings at a Chiang Mai market.
Grilled birds on a rotisserie over hot coals.
Plate of cooked shrimp with two small bowls of orange sauce.
Many yellow egg custard desserts in banana leaves on a grill at a Chiang Mai market.
Close-up of a street food vendor in Chiang Mai cooking savory pancakes on hot griddles.
A person stir-fries leafy greens in a wok over a gas burner.
Woman preparing grilled shish kebabs at a Chiang Mai market.
A white rabbit sits in a green plastic container at a market, a person sits nearby eating.
Woman at a Chiang Mai night market using her phone.
Many cooked crabs displayed on a grill at a market.
Night market in Chiang Mai, Thailand, with people browsing food stalls.
Crowded Chiang Mai night market with people eating at tables under tents.
Person in purple shirt and orange hat cooking at a food stall.
Chiang Mai market stall selling bags of fried snacks; a woman behind the counter.
Vendor in blue apron cooking in a wok at a Chiang Mai market.
Crepe stand at a night market in Chiang Mai.
A golden-brown crepe cooking on a round griddle.
Chiang Mai night market seafood stall with customers browsing.
Person washing dishes at a night market.
Black and white photo of a vendor at a night market in Chiang Mai, Thailand, preparing a coconut with a knife.