Chatuchak Flower Market
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Neighborhood: Chatuchak
Every weekend, thousands of tourists make their way up to this Northern Bangkok suburb to get lost in an enormous maze of shops at the Chatuchak Weekend Market. Home to almost 10,000 vendors, you’ll find everything from vintage sneakers to comic books and Thai handicrafts being sold here. You name it, Chatuchack probably sells it. The market is a great place to pick up souvenirs, but be sure to bargain for a good price. After a day of shopping and strolling around, the lush green lanes of Chatuchak Park are a welcome relief.
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IvanS225
Singapore, Singapore499 contributions
This is a place that i always visit to get my stash of orchids, tillandsia (airplants) and other bromeliads!
There is really a lot to see and buy there! Even pots, fertilizers, and ornaments for terrariums!
You can get the vendors there to deliver the items to your hotels if you buy a lot of items from the same vendor! Also, most vendors will be more then happy to remove the soil and pots of the ️plants - as some countries do have strict regulations on bringing back soil!
There is really a lot to see and buy there! Even pots, fertilizers, and ornaments for terrariums!
You can get the vendors there to deliver the items to your hotels if you buy a lot of items from the same vendor! Also, most vendors will be more then happy to remove the soil and pots of the ️plants - as some countries do have strict regulations on bringing back soil!
Written November 10, 2014
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PushExplore
Singapore, Singapore4,811 contributions
Jan 2019 • Friends
A visit to Chatuchak Flower Market was awesome. Gorgeous flowers and what amazing varieties. You can easily find all kinds of flowers here. A nice place to visit with kids.
Written January 7, 2019
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longleg-UW
Colombo, Sri Lanka34 contributions
Jul 2014 • Family
During weekends Chatuchak is full of visitors and all the shops are open including some plant stalls.
If you like to see vast variety of horticulture products you have to go there on Wednesdays. They continue it on Thursday morning hours also.
If you are in KSR (Khao San Road) walk to Phra Athit road or to Samsen Road and take bus No. 3 (6.50 Baht) or 524 A/C (18 Baht). Both buses go to Mochit , get down at Chatutack Park bus stop and walk back few 100 meters to the weekend market.
You can take same bus to come back. If you are not alone or with goods better tack a taxi. I paid 80 Bhat from Chatuchak to KRS during low traffic hrs.
If you like to see vast variety of horticulture products you have to go there on Wednesdays. They continue it on Thursday morning hours also.
If you are in KSR (Khao San Road) walk to Phra Athit road or to Samsen Road and take bus No. 3 (6.50 Baht) or 524 A/C (18 Baht). Both buses go to Mochit , get down at Chatutack Park bus stop and walk back few 100 meters to the weekend market.
You can take same bus to come back. If you are not alone or with goods better tack a taxi. I paid 80 Bhat from Chatuchak to KRS during low traffic hrs.
Written July 24, 2014
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Chermark
Sydney, Australia152 contributions
Nov 2013 • Couples
Visited here at 5.30 to 7.00pm. The most amazing sight. Acres of flowers - row after row of orchids, roses, marigolds and every type of greenery you could imagine. Totally mad place with people moving flowers in carts everywhere - and it's not its busiest till 2am in the morning. Was a bit daunted by the trip there as it didn't look easy- but worked out a way.
Easy Directions from Sukhumvit Road area- Get the sky train to Saphan - May have to change at Siam for Silom line. Saphan is right at Sathorn Pier. Catch a public Orange Flag ferry (you can pay on board 15 bht) to Memorial Bridge. The ticket seller on the ferry will let you know when you are there if you tell them where you want to get off. After leaving the wharf - keep left and the entrance to the flower markets are in front of you. Take the roads to your right - and you will see an amazing array of all things floral. Reverse the journey to get back. The Ferry service stops around 8 ish - if later than that you need to check. Was very easy really and well worth the journey. Highly recommended. Don't forget a camera.
Easy Directions from Sukhumvit Road area- Get the sky train to Saphan - May have to change at Siam for Silom line. Saphan is right at Sathorn Pier. Catch a public Orange Flag ferry (you can pay on board 15 bht) to Memorial Bridge. The ticket seller on the ferry will let you know when you are there if you tell them where you want to get off. After leaving the wharf - keep left and the entrance to the flower markets are in front of you. Take the roads to your right - and you will see an amazing array of all things floral. Reverse the journey to get back. The Ferry service stops around 8 ish - if later than that you need to check. Was very easy really and well worth the journey. Highly recommended. Don't forget a camera.
Written November 14, 2013
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Suaffash
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia229 contributions
Nov 2019 • Solo
It wise nice to see it, be around all the types of flowers, roses, orchids
Smell different aroma
But it’s not a must
Over all was ok
Smell different aroma
But it’s not a must
Over all was ok
Written November 15, 2019
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DL118
Singapore, Singapore50 contributions
Sep 2019
Visited chatuchat flower market on Thursday. It was a hot day. If you intend to visit this place, please ensure you bring adequate water to quench your thirst and umbrella to hide under the scorching sun. It was a trip well worth the trip despite the unbearable hot weather. Bought a few reasonably prized plants here.
Written September 29, 2019
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JudyC
Singapore, Singapore162 contributions
Sep 2019 • Solo
I went on a Thursday morning as there are some weekdays when Chatuchak market is a plant market. The stalls are generally around the inside perimeter of the market and it was quiet and peaceful but so much to look at. It took me an hour to walk around the perimeter. The prices are good and there was a good range of plants.
Written September 15, 2019
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OzKK
Sydney, Australia474 contributions
May 2019 • Business
I like flowers so I was interested to look around
It is also a 'cool' and cool place to visit on a hot day :)
It is also a 'cool' and cool place to visit on a hot day :)
Written June 27, 2019
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10travel
Calgary, Canada105 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
Need time and patience as it is very busy at this weekend market.
It is also very hot outside, some vendors would not bargain and didn’t care if you walked away.
You will not find brand name know off purses either.
Some vendors also cook there and have clothing kiosk next to it and I didn’t really want to buy smelly clothing.
I expected more from this market and was very disappointed.
It is also very hot outside, some vendors would not bargain and didn’t care if you walked away.
You will not find brand name know off purses either.
Some vendors also cook there and have clothing kiosk next to it and I didn’t really want to buy smelly clothing.
I expected more from this market and was very disappointed.
Written April 14, 2019
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Mini P
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Sep 2017 • Couples
Must visit weekend market. It really is a sight to behold, and it’s arguably the best place in the whole city to buy souvenirs. Coming to Chatuchak by Skytrain (BTS) you should get off at Mo Chit Station and exit the station by exit number 1. From here just follow the crowds to the market entrance.Saturday and Sunday – Main market days, everything available – 6:00am to 6:00pm. You can buy clothing, accessories, crockery, antiques and collectibles, handicrafts, art, ceramics, etc
Written October 8, 2017
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Hi! Do you know if there are special permits to bring back succulents from Bangkok to the Philippines? I'm bringing home some for my personal collections. Thanks!
rosie
8 contributions
You can google it.
You have to declare things like this and the country you arrive to will inspect and determine if they are ok or not. If you do not declare and plants are discovered, there is most likely a heavy fine.
Christensen W
Johor Bahru, Malaysia29 contributions
Hi I’m from malaysia.May I know is there any courier company can shop my plants purchase from market back to my country?do I need certificate from Thai authorities or seller will prepare for it?
Evalu8
Greater London, UK916 contributions
I honestly don’t know about shipping to Malaysia, as it’s not a option we considered. I’m sure that if you check your own import restrictions at home you will be able to find out what is allowed and what isn’t.
Hope that helps
Jo
Ashyouth
Seremban District, Malaysia3 contributions
Hi, may I know does this market opens during Saturday, Sunday and Monday too? Any entrance fees required?
Robert A
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Hi! The market space is huge and used for different purposes on different days and even for different times of the same day. To buy live, potted plants (flowers, shrubs, trees), the time to go is afternoon Tuesday, all day Wednesday, morning Thursday. Afternoons on Thursday are ok but you’ll notice several merchants are out of stock and leaving early.
Richard B
London165 contributions
What are the flower market hours?
Evalu8
Greater London, UK916 contributions
In reality there is generally someone there at all times, but doubt if you'd want to be getting there for 4.30am:). I'd suggest a safe bet for tourists would be from 8.30am til 10pm
Hope that helps
Lola-welcometoibiza
Ibiza Town, Spain15 contributions
Algún puesto que repare móviles? Se me roto el iPhone y me voy hoy.
Gracias
Miriamdepatagonia
Trelew, Argentina313 contributions
No presté atención a eso. Siento no poder ayudarte
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Chatuchak Flower Market (Bangkok) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
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- We recommend booking Chatuchak Flower Market tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 5 Chatuchak Flower Market tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Chatuchak Flower Market:
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- Hotels near Chatuchak Flower Market:
- (0.41 mi) Adventure Hostel
- (0.66 mi) Bed To Bangkok
- (0.26 mi) YOO YEN PEN SOOK hostel
- (0.59 mi) Udee Bangkok Hostel
- (0.28 mi) Boutique Poo-Yai Lee @BP Place
- Restaurants near Chatuchak Flower Market:
- (0.02 mi) Oishi Express
- (0.10 mi) Toh Plue Restaurant
- (0.04 mi) Saman Islam
- (0.11 mi) Toh-plue Restaurant
- (0.11 mi) Kaarom Specialty Coffee