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Chatuchak Weekend Market, Bangkok
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Chatuchak Weekend Market
Mo Chit Station, Bangkok
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Chatuchak Weekend Market: If you go to Chatuchak be organised and prepared
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  • I usually spend two full days at the weekend market in Bangkok - and still have no hope of seeing it all. Helps if you have a map before you get there - which sets out all of the pavilions and the type of goods sold in them - organised into type of item, which makes it easy to include or exclude. Need to have good spatial skills, or you get lost and confused anyway. Send the husbands and nonshopping sons to the wildlife, and take the girls and get lost amongst the endless array of clothing and other accessories. Be prepared to see things you have never seen before in some of the shops - and those you may never want to see again! Some of the antiques and artefacts are amazing - although there is always a risk in buying a so-called genuine artefact for big dollars. Also need to be aware of what you can and cannot take out of the country, cost of transport and cost of customs at the other end. Take plenty of cash (but ATM's are there), comfy shoes a must, comfortable bag(s) for the shopping (or a porter), a good sense of humour and tolerance, and don't forget to drink water. Of course, if you drink, you'll have to find the loos - which are to die for - literally. They are usually crowded, dirty and hot - best loo is near the station and the book section - newer and cleaner. Thai female toilet queue customs are also different to ours in Oz - they line up in mini-queues outside individual cubicles, rather than forming a giant conga line like we do. Have a ball - and stop and pinch yourself every half hour or so!

  • Directions: Simply take the Skytrain to the end terminal called Morchit which is exactly where the market is located. Taxi from Chinatown is roughly 150Bt.

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    Chatuchak Weekend Market: Market like no other
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  • The weekend market in BK is the first time I have been all done in shopping - after two full days of this market, I really don't care if I see another thing to buy - until the next day at least. The variety of things is amazing - and I defy anyone to say there is nothing of interest to them in the varied and vast market. The usual BK bustle - and claustrophobia to the max at times - but its well worth the time - and the sore feet. It was amazing at the end of the first day - got home, got it all out - as you do! - and pronounced that I MUST be broke! In the frenzy, I really hadn't kept track. Foolish husband advised that I had spent a fraction of what I had estimated, looking at the floor! Of course, this called for an encore performance! Seriously though, I AM a shopper, but really done in by the end of day 2!

  • Directions: Simply take the Skytrain to the end terminal called Morchit which is exactly where the market is located.

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    Chatuchak Weekend Market: Major SHOPPING Madness
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  • Shopping and sweating for my 4 best friends- Fab 5 - Bangkok
    Shopping and sweating for my 4
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    Chatuchuk market was one of my, Nicole's favorite things. It was sooooooo hot, and I sweated soooooooooo much, but it was okay because it was sooooooooooo much fun, and I got soooooooo many great deals. This market is indescribable - you really can't understand the enormity of it until you see it yourself. Essentially, it's just a bunch of stalls that you can find good deals at (if you know how to bargain), but really it was so much more because you shop with the locals. It isn't like shopping at MBK or at the souvenir stalls on the street. I expected to see many more tourists at the market, but really, the locals seemed to outnumber us by far. You will see things that are so odd and quite hilarious and unexpected. For example, the owner of a popular shop selling karaoke cds was karaokeing himself to promote his products or the two elderly men playing chess with bottlecaps on a makeshift board. My advice: Buy Nancy Chandler's map - it has a very useful insert that shows the general areas of stalls and is good if you want to avoid the parts that sell live animals and such; Arrive fairly early - it'll be less busy and slightly cooler; Drink lots of water; Don't be afraid to bargain, but if that's not your thing, you'll still get a reasonable deal; Have fun!

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  • Directions: Simply take the Skytrain to the end terminal called Morchit which is exactly where the market is located, or you can now take the new subway to the Chatuchak.
  • Website: http://www.discoverthailand.com

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    Chatuchak Weekend Market: Over 7,000 stalls
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    This is one of the largest weekend markets in the world. There are over 7,000 stalls full of so many goods for sale. There is really something for everyone here. Many young designers start their businesses here -since rent is lower than a traditional store. There are many stalls selling housewares, textiles, antiques, pet accessories (Thai people love their pets-especially dogs) and other things. You have to take a look at the pet squirrels. The sellers' don't like you taking photos-so don't do it or be discreet. Many of the baby squirrels or bunnies have bows in their hair or little outfits. Quite silly. There are a few restaurants and cafes there. Some expresso bars as well. It's best to get there early-around 9.30 or 10 am. This place is outdoors, though covered by tarp. It is usually very crowded and can be really frustrating if you are tired and exhausted. Lots of great buys here. You can easily get your Christmas shopping done for the year. Make sure you bring an extra bag to cart your goodies home.

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  • Directions: BTS Mo Chit or take new subway Chatuchak station.
  • Website: http://www.discoverthailand.com

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    Chatuchak Weekend Market: Chatuchak Weekend Market
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  • This flea market is huge! The biggest market I have ever visited and one of the biggest in the world. They sell everything from food to clothes to antiques to pets. It is so big that I got lost and by the time I found our car I had bought so much stuff. The bargains here are great!

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  • Directions: Simply take the Skytrain to the end terminal called Morchit which is exactly where the market is located.
  • Website: http://www.discoverthailand.com

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    Chatuchak Weekend Market: Weekend market
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  • Chatuchak or Jatujak Weekend Market is located near to Mo Chit BTS Station. This is one of the largest and cheapest weekend markets in the world. Find here: clothes, shoes, Thai silk, antiques, plants, food and more..... Information Name: Chatouchak Location: Mo Chit City: Bangkok My Photos First Photo: Chatouchak Weekend Market

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  • Directions: Simply take the Skytrain to the end terminal called Morchit which is exactly where the market is located. Take the BTS Skytrain and u will be here at the last station from Line 1.
  • Website: www.thailandbethere.com

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    Chatuchak Weekend Market: Market Shopping Heaven!
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  • Chatuchak Weekend Market is huge! We intended on going just on saturday and we spent all day there, and then went back again on sunday! There are so many things to see and buy! It is a swarm of people and goods. It really overwhelmed me with the range of things to see and the amount of foods and spices in the air! We had Nancy Chandler's map of Bangkok (Amazon.com!) which had a detailed map of the market, which gave us a good idea of what to expect, and what we wanted to buy or see. It is a lot of fun to get lost and wander around the market, but when it's time to go home and you are tired, it is handy to have a map. You can buy anything there. Silks galore, t-shirts (really cool ones too), fashionable clothing, 'antiques', crafts, foodstuffs, bags, belts, pets!! (puppies, kittens, squirrels, heaps of huge weird types of aquarium fish, birds, rabbits... etc! but don't go to the pet section if it is going to upset you to see them in not-so-kind living quarters). I enjoyed myself a lot there. I think I was a bit overwhelmed by so much being sold and so much to see, that I didn't really buy much! But Michael went t-shirt shopping crazy! Expect to buy mens t-shirts for between 100-150 BHT. At this market, bargain about 10-40% below what they are asking. Always start bargaining at around 40-50%. And remember to smile and be polite! That will get you the best deals!

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  • Directions: Simply take the Skytrain to the end terminal called Morchit which is exactly where the market is located.
  • Website: http://www.discoverthailand.com

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    Chatuchak Weekend Market: Chatuchak Weekend Market
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  • Everything and anything is sold here from food, fruits, souvenirs, bags, imitations Gucci bags, t-shirt, livestock, books, jewellery, accessories. Just be extra careful with your bags and watch out for pickpockets. The tip is bargain as hard as you can to get the best price. The market is open around 9.00am and closed at 6:00pm. Come here early shop till you drop and go back and rest at the pool in your hotel.

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  • Directions: Simply take the Skytrain to the end terminal called Morchit which is exactly where the market is located.
  • Website: http://www.discoverthailand.com
  • Other Contact: www.into-asia.com/bangkok/market

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    Chatuchak Weekend Market: Chatuchak, please
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  • This has become the must-visit place to shop, shop and shop in Bangkok. It is outside of downtown Bangkok and unfortunately open only on weekends. Better to go in the morning when it is not so hot and before the afternoon downpours. Located next to a park and a bus station that has buses plying to the Cambodian border, Chatuchak has many small stalls that sell anything you want - wood handicraft, books, pets, flowers, old coins. There is a map to guide you to which section you want to go based on the products sold. It is easy to reach by bus and faster by BTS sky train stopping at Mo Chit or Metro at Chatuchak Station. Happy shopping.

  • Directions: Simply take the Skytrain to the end terminal called Morchit which is exactly where the market is located.
  • Website: http://www.discoverthailand.com

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    Chatuchak Weekend Market: Massive Market - Be Early to Beat The Crowds
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    This is the largest market I have ever been to, over 9,000 stalls which sell everything you can think of. we had been there in 2002 during the hot weather and it was almost unbearable but a "must see" sight. This year we went in February a much cooler month and arrived about 9:30am, there were still plenty of people but nothing like the crowds after midday. Early arrival meant only half the stalls were open , but by 11am the total 9,000 were open and the crowds had built up. We had a most interesting time and saw some unusual sights and many items we wanted to buy but had to limit ourselves due to luggage restrictions. Remember to bargain on all purchases, you will be amazed how much they will discount, particularly if you purchase a number of items. Always have plenty to drink and beware of pickpockets, they abound in these markets and we have a friend who lost his wallet the last time he visited. The market is easy to reach usingthe Skytrain go to the last station, Mo Chit and follow the crowd.

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  • Directions: Simply take the Skytrain to the end terminal called Morchit which is exactly where the market is located.
  • Website: http://www.discoverthailand.com

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