Karon Temple Market
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Katherine C
Lockerbie, UK114 contributions
Mar 2023 • Couples
This has got so much better and bigger since our last visit in 2018. Lots of choice and you can have a good banter and a laugh when bartering.
Make sure you haggle, without being rude and there’s so much to see and buy. Some things are more expensive - like the spices, I bought the same spice packet in 7/11 for less…. But you’re there for the atmosphere.
Make sure you haggle, without being rude and there’s so much to see and buy. Some things are more expensive - like the spices, I bought the same spice packet in 7/11 for less…. But you’re there for the atmosphere.
Written March 11, 2023
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amandaaustin2018
Romford, UK112 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
I visited the market while on a trip with five other family members. From an eleven year old to 50+. It was quite a way out of town from Kata where we were staying but worth the visit. There are some lovely temple buildings with lots of locals and local activities. There was a stage with dancing groups including a local school performing with lovely Thai music.
The market stalls themselves were selling the same things you find everywhere else, fake goods, beach wear, souvenirs etc but there are lots of stalls to choose from. There are quite a lot of food and drink options all selling nice Thai food lots of which is made while you watch. Lovely fresh fruit smoothies too at very reasonable prices. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area.
Unlike some Thai night markets there is no alcohol allowed at the temple market.
There are plenty of other shops and restaurants in the area too.
The market stalls themselves were selling the same things you find everywhere else, fake goods, beach wear, souvenirs etc but there are lots of stalls to choose from. There are quite a lot of food and drink options all selling nice Thai food lots of which is made while you watch. Lovely fresh fruit smoothies too at very reasonable prices. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area.
Unlike some Thai night markets there is no alcohol allowed at the temple market.
There are plenty of other shops and restaurants in the area too.
Written February 26, 2020
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David D
Devon, UK19,796 contributions
Feb 2020
Friday evening 14h February and we visited this market for the second time. It is situated in the grounds of the Karon Temple. On this occasion we were here to visit the Temple.
The Market and Temple are situated along Patak Road, which is full of bars, restaurants and shops. A lively place to walk along on the way to the Market or have dinner after being to the Market.
There were a large number of stalls/kiosks selling the usual tourist stuff and it appeared to be more expensive that other places.
There were also some funfair stalls, nothing too exciting, dotted about the Market
A number of stalls/kiosks were preparing and cooking street food
Worth a browse, but nothing special.
The Market and Temple are situated along Patak Road, which is full of bars, restaurants and shops. A lively place to walk along on the way to the Market or have dinner after being to the Market.
There were a large number of stalls/kiosks selling the usual tourist stuff and it appeared to be more expensive that other places.
There were also some funfair stalls, nothing too exciting, dotted about the Market
A number of stalls/kiosks were preparing and cooking street food
Worth a browse, but nothing special.
Written March 8, 2020
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Jeanette F
Warrington, UK44 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
Typical local market on Tuesdays and Fridays. All the usual produce with friendly people. Thankfully night Market so cooler to walk around. Bought a few presents here barter for fun.
A few novel food stalls with grubs scorpions, worms etc but charge 10 baht if you take a picture!!!
Worth a visit.
A few novel food stalls with grubs scorpions, worms etc but charge 10 baht if you take a picture!!!
Worth a visit.
Written February 15, 2020
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tedoffay
Pakenham, Australia18 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
The markets open Tuesday’s and Friday’s. As the Thai saying goes, the markets have much of the same same but different. Local cuisine cooked before your eyes. Absolutely amazing. Just remember, you get what you pay for!!! The locals don’t mind a bit of bartering, but don’t be disrespectful!!! Some of the tourists that I’ve seen engaging in bartering have been rude and arrogant. The Thai locals deserve far greater respect than that!! The Temple itself is just breathtaking. It’s architecture in all its glory is just astonishing. Enjoy the market but more importantly, appreciate the Thai culture.
Written March 8, 2020
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mattroberts74
Stotfold, UK26 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
Thought the market was Tues/Fri but stumbled across it tonight (Sun). Apparently on for next 10 nights...
Great atmosphere, live music and lots of food stalls. Some stalls similar through the market but plenty of variety - even some fair ground stalls.
Lots of bargains to be had and worth a haggle.
Food fresh and clean and really cheap. Pad Thai for 80 Baht was amazing and little pork sticks for 10!
No bugs eaten this time...
Great fun all round.
Great atmosphere, live music and lots of food stalls. Some stalls similar through the market but plenty of variety - even some fair ground stalls.
Lots of bargains to be had and worth a haggle.
Food fresh and clean and really cheap. Pad Thai for 80 Baht was amazing and little pork sticks for 10!
No bugs eaten this time...
Great fun all round.
Written February 16, 2020
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swinggal
Western Australia, Australia130 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
I’ve been to temple markets once before in 2011 and loved it but this time was a bit disappointing. I remember the here being a very large area with rows and rows of just stalls for and this had dwindled down to a very small area. The shop stalls are nice but I really came back for the food and there barely anything. I hope it bounces back to what it once was now that tourism is back on track.The temple itself is stunning though and well worth a visit.
Written January 7, 2023
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NickyDorset
Dorset UK114 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
We went for a walk around the market for a change of scene. It was friendly and quite Quiet. A few good food stalls as you walk in and then the stalls to look around. Prices higher than Chaing Mai and choices a little more restricted but a lot quieter and easy to wander. Worth a visit but buy at the bigger markets first if you have the choice.
Written January 3, 2020
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Maria
Oslo, Norway72 contributions
Jan 2016 • Couples
This was a fun night activity after dinner. They have everything from watches to blankets, clothes, jewelry and fried crickets. The prices seem more reasonable than at the shops in town.
Go there! Feel the atmosphere!
The market is there twice a week, on Saturdays and Tuesdays.
Go there! Feel the atmosphere!
The market is there twice a week, on Saturdays and Tuesdays.
Written January 19, 2016
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Mark R
Sydney, Australia344 contributions
Dec 2015 • Family
The Karon Temple Market is open on Tuesdays and Saturdays from 4pm. There is a handful of food vendors at the entrance to the markets, where you can find seasonal fruit and various skewered meats. (Loved the fried Sweet Potato Balls.) Inside the markets are quite similar to others, except that there does seem to be a fair number of fixed price vendors. I would recommend going here to get an idea of prices before hitting any of the street front shops. Watches, Bags, Clothes, Shoes and Souvenirs can all be found here. Well worth a visit, especially if you are staying in Karon.
Written December 15, 2015
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What time does the temple itself's operating hour?
Heather W
Helensvale, Australia36 contributions
Sorry unsure
Lee M
Billericay, UK43 contributions
Are you open this Tuesday being New Year's Day?
Debra G
Melbourne125 contributions
I would guess the market would be open on New Year’s Day. I don’t know for sure but would imagine the observance of the Asian new year would be a much more significant celebration for the locals and they rely on the trade from their stalls for their livelihood.
Mihin kellonaikaan karonin tori on pejantaina.
Jarmo_Y
Vantaa, Finland1,360 contributions
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When are they open? (Days of the week and time)
Meggan W
Eastleigh, UK421 contributions
Tuesday and Friday and it’s 4 til 10 I think! Well, that’s for temple market and was correct in April!
Roger D
55 contributions
is it easy to get a taxi from the market to head back.
laurenw378
Auckland, New Zealand110 contributions
Yes, we were staying in Kata beach and we grabbed a tuk tuk right outside the market and from memory there were taxis too.
Sarah S
Dubai, United Arab Emirates13 contributions
Is this market open on Saturday? I have seen conflicting information saying its open Tuesday and Friday and also read its open Tuesday and Saturday. Which is correct?
Daniela BF
Melbourne, Australia26 contributions
Tuesday and Friday but once I went and there on a Friday night and there was a function on so check with your hotel
GYPSETTER49
Toronto, Canada77 contributions
So what was the best market you have been to in Phuket?
14pmcd
Allambie Heights, Australia273 contributions
Hey, we were there last month. The Phuket, Patong, Karon markets all sell the same type of stuff. The locals are happy to negotiate price, within reason. The Karon markets weren't as busy as the others, and are family friendly.
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