Crowded outdoor night food market with diverse diners eating at long tables under blue canopy tents

Chiang Mai Markets

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 figurine drinking from a plastic bag with straw on a brick ledge
Night market stall displaying handmade wooden figurines, dried plants, and textiles under warm string lights
Henna artist applying a temporary tattoo to a client's hand at a market stall while the client reviews the design on a smartphone
decorative dragon fountain with colorful lights at night market
Two children eating snacks on a checkered mat while watching a smartphone video at an outdoor market
Covered market aisle with clothing stalls, mannequins, and accessories under a corrugated metal roof
Artisan decorating an ornate blue and gold patterned plate while wearing a green paint-stained apron in a workshop
Artist painting portrait on easel as young boy watches in busy market setting
vendor preparing fresh coconut at market stall
Fried crab with curry leaves displayed in wooden trays at a Thai night market food stall
Spiral of grilled sausages on a wire rack inside a night food stall
Six dumplings cooking on a large round griddle at a street food stall
Grilled bananas with assorted colorful toppings arranged on a metal grill grate
whole roasted birds on a spit over hot coals at an outdoor market
Boiled shrimp on a white plate with two small bowls of chili dipping sauce on a metal grill rack
Yellow coconut egg custard cooked in banana leaf boats on a charcoal grill at a Thai night market
street vendor cooking omelets in cast iron pans at a bustling night market food stall
Stir-fried green vegetables sizzling in a wok over an open gas flame at a street food stall
woman grilling meat skewers at a food stall
White rabbit resting on a green plastic bin at an outdoor market stall with a person sitting nearby
Woman eating street food and using smartphone at night market
Fresh crabs tied with rubber bands arranged on a bamboo mat at a seafood market
Customers lining up at a night market food stall under a green awning with red lanterns
Crowded outdoor night food market with diverse diners eating at long tables under blue canopy tents
Street food vendor preparing food at a stainless steel market stall, viewed from behind
Female vendor at a Thai night market stall selling packaged dried snacks under warm pendant lamps
Street food vendor stir-frying ingredients in a wok over a gas flame at a market stall
crepe vendor serving customers at a bustling night market food stall
Folded crepe cooking on a round griddle at a food stall
Crowded night market food stall with grilled seafood and squid on display under hanging light bulbs
Man working at a dishwashing station in a busy outdoor night market
Man preparing coconut with a large knife at a bustling outdoor night market