Hua Hin hosts a night market every evening, and which one is the best depends on the day. The Hua Hin Night Market in the city center closes Dechanuchit Road to traffic every evening from 6:00 PM and features stalls selling seafood, street food, and souvenirs. On weekends, the action shifts 4 km south towards Khao Takiab. There, from Friday to Sunday, you'll find the Cicada Market, an arts and crafts market with live shows, and opposite it, from Thursday to Sunday, the Tamarind Market, an open-air food court with a stage.

With fish stalls at the fishing pier in Saphan Pla on weekends, the local market in Pae Mai on Tuesdays, and the one in Cha-am on Wednesdays, there's something different to see and do every evening of the week. Below is an overview of which market is open on which evening, what it's good for, and how to get there and pay.

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    • Key facts

    The city market takes place every evening.

    The Hua Hin night market on Dechanuchit Street is open from 6:00 PM until about midnight, seven days a week, and is just a short walk from the beach and the hotels in the center.

    Cicada and tamarind are the weekend favorites

    The Cicada Market is open from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM Friday through Sunday, and the Tamarind Market, across the street, is open from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM Thursday through Sunday. You can visit both markets on Fridays, Saturdays, or Sundays.

    Gift cards at Cicada, cash elsewhere

    In Cicada's food court, you can pay with a prepaid card, which you top up at a kiosk and cash out at the exit. Otherwise, you should carry small change with you everywhere.

    Go early

    The weekend markets get very busy from around 7 pm, and the tables at Tamarind fill up quickly on Saturdays. It's best to arrive between 5 pm and 6 pm for a more relaxed first hour.

    Songthaew or Grab to Khao Takiab

    Green songthaews run along the main road to Khao Takiab for about 20–40 baht, and Grab is easy to find. Parking at Tamarind costs 50 baht.

    Different markets for different things.

    Cicada for art, crafts and shows, Tamarind and the pier for food, the city market for souvenirs and seafood, and the weekly markets on Tuesday and Wednesday for local prices.

    Which market is open tonight?

    The opening hours are taken from the Google listings of the respective markets and may vary on public holidays. Patio Old Town market is closed on Tuesdays. Saphan Pla is also open on Thursdays, so it's best to check in advance. The Chatchai morning market and the daytime market are described below.

    Hua Hin's Night Markets Ranking

    The rating is based on the food, location, and ease of use in a trip. Opening hours and prices are taken from our records and recent guest reviews, not from my own visits. Therefore, please check the day before planning an evening at any of the restaurants.

  • 1. Cicada Market, Suan Si Park, Khao Takiab Road. Overall, the best choice for art and entertainment. Hua Hin's weekend art market, opposite the Hyatt Regency, about 4 km south of the center, is open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Admission is free. Independent artisans sell clothing, jewelry, ceramics, and original paintings in the "Art A La Mode" and "Art Factory" sections. The second half of the evening features live music on the open-air stage starting at 7:00 PM and street performers in the amphitheater at 7:45 PM and 9:00 PM. Prepaid gift cards are accepted in the food court. Load 200–300 baht at the kiosk, top up as needed, and redeem the remaining balance at the exit. Prices are higher than at a local market but are reasonable for the atmosphere. Best time to visit: Friday to Sunday, 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Cicada Market, 4,4 (18851), Fri.–Sun. 4:00 PM–11:00 PM. Directions.
  • 2. Tamarind Market, opposite Cicada – Ideal for eating. More of an open-air food court than a typical market, with plenty of tables, live music on a stage, and a diverse selection of food: from Thai barbecue specialties, curries, and desserts to sashimi, satay, tacos, and pork knuckle. Even groups who can't agree on a dinner option are guaranteed to find something to their liking. The market is open Thursday to Sunday from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM. You can pay at the stalls with cash or via QR code. Admission is free, and parking costs 50 baht. On Thursdays, when Cicada is closed, the weekend market is open. Opening hours: Thursday to Sunday, 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Tamarind Market: 4.5 (3,384 baht). Directions: [Link to directions]
  • 3. Hua Hin Night Market, Dechanuchit Road, City Center. Every evening in the city center. The city's original market closes Dechanuchit Road to traffic every evening from 6:00 PM until around midnight. Stalls sell clothing, souvenirs, and handicrafts, but visitors come primarily for the food: grilled seafood, pad thai, satay, roti, mango sticky rice, and fruit shakes, plus seafood platters starting at around 200 baht. The market is smaller than expected and caters to tourists, so prices are higher than in local restaurants. The table-service seafood restaurants are located at the western end, and the peak time is between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM. Opening hours: Daily from 6:00 PM to midnight. Hua Hin Night Market. 4.2 (25,675 baht). Daily 6:00 PM–midnight. How to get there.
  • 4. Saphan Pla Night Market, Fishing Port, Soi 55 – Seafood by the Water. A small weekend market along the bustling fishing port with tables facing the water, live music on some evenings, and seafood as the main attraction. Grilled squid, scallops, tom yum, and fresh longan juice are particularly praised. Open Friday to Sunday from 5:00 PM, and according to one description, also on Thursdays. While not large, it's the most beautiful market in town on a warm evening. Opening hours: Friday to Sunday from 5:00 PM, pedestrian zone, Hua Hin Fishing Port. 4.2 (162) Fri–Sun 5:00 PM–12:00 AM. Directions.
  • 5. Pae Mai Tuesday Market, Khan Khlong Road, north of the center. Tuesdays, local prices. This once-a-week market is open Tuesdays from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Locals shop here after work, and the prices are geared towards regular customers. Inexpensive Thai street food, fresh fruits and vegetables, clothing, and household goods fill eight food aisles and two other goods aisles. There is seating and live music. Come between 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM when it's quieter, or after 6:00 PM when it's busiest. Opening hours: Tuesdays, 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Pae Mai Tuesday Market. 4.4 (1,865). Tue 3:00 PM–10:00 PM. Directions.
  • 6. Patio Old Town Market, Soi 72/2, City Center. A quieter market near the center. This small evening market in a residential area not far from the main night market (formerly Chatsila) offers street food, crafts, clothing, and souvenirs and is popular mainly with locals. It opens at 5:30 p.m. and closes at 11:00 p.m., except Wednesdays and Sundays when it closes at 10:30 p.m. It is closed on Tuesdays. Use it for dinner rather than shopping. Opening hours: Wednesday to Monday from 5:30 p.m. Patio Oldtown Market, 4,7 (414). Mon 5:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m., Wed 5:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m., Thu–Sat 5:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m., Sun 5:30 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Directions.
  • 7. Cha-am Wednesday Evening Market, Cha-am, the next town north of Cha-am. Wednesdays from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The Cha-am weekly market offers food at local prices from stalls, including ribs, curries, noodles, desserts, and fruit, as well as clothing and household goods. Many of the vendors also have a stall at Pae Mai on Tuesdays, where there is more seating. Arrive early, as it gets very crowded in the evening. Opening hours: Wednesdays, 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Cha-am Wednesday Evening Market. 4.4 (1,005). Wed 4:00 PM–9:00 PM. Directions.
  • 8. Dinosaur Market, Soi Hua Hin 56 – Affordable local dinners every evening. This covered local food market is open daily from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM, though most stalls don't open until around 4:00 PM. Oysters are shucked right before your eyes, grilled fish costs around 139 baht, and there are trays of Thai dishes to take away, as well as a small bar and a children's play area. Thanks to the roof, the market is pleasant even during the rainy season. Opening hours: Daily from around 4:00 PM. Dinosaur Market, Soi Hua Hin 564.2 (1,166) Daily 1:00 PM–9:00 PM. Directions.
  • 9. Moon Market, Hin Lek Fai, west of the city. A purpose-built open-air food court, just a short drive inland, is open daily from 4:30 pm to midnight. It offers numerous stalls, live music most evenings, reasonable prices, and on-site parking. Rarely crowded, it's ideal for those traveling by car or scooter looking for a more relaxed dinner than the bustling city markets. Opening hours: Daily from 4:30 pm to midnight. Address: Moon Market Huahin, 4,7 (357). Directions: [Insert link]

    • Cicada or tamarind?

    It's best to visit both on the weekend, as they're directly opposite each other. At Cicada, you can browse to your heart's content and enjoy art, crafts, clothing, and stage shows. You can pay with gift cards in the food court. At Tamarind, on the other hand, you can eat. There are more tables, a wider selection, and you can pay in cash at the stalls. The easiest way to plan is to arrive at Cicada around 5:00 PM when the stalls are quieter, go to Tamarind for dinner, and then return to Cicada for the show at 7:45 PM or 9:00 PM. Only Tamarind is open on Thursdays.

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    • The morning markets

    For the markets where the city shops, a morning visit is recommended. The Chatchai Market in the city center, next to the night market, opens at 5:00 a.m. (3:30 a.m. on Sundays) and closes at 4:00 p.m. There you'll find seafood, fruit, spices, and flowers, though the best seafood is usually sold out by mid-morning. The nearby Hua Hin Day Market is open from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Visitors particularly praise the stalls with dried seafood and mango sticky rice. Both markets are bustling fresh markets, so expect strong smells and wet floors, and bring small bills. The Huana Market in Nong Kae, open daily from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., offers a wide variety of inexpensive, local street food on hot afternoons.

    Access to markets and payment

    Hua Hin's night market, the old town Patio, Chatchai, and the pier are all within easy walking distance of hotels in the city center. Cicada and Tamarind are about 4 km south towards Khao Takiab. Green songthaews run along the main road there for approximately 20–40 baht. Alternatively, you can easily find a Grab. Lunar, Huana, and Dinosaur are best reached by Grab or scooter. Cha-am is the next town to the north.

    Bring cash in 20, 50, and 100 baht notes. Most stalls only accept cash, Tamarind also accepts QR code payments, and at Cicada's food court, you'll need a coupon card purchased with cash; you'll receive any remaining balance back when you leave. Expect to spend around 500–1000 baht per person for an evening of dining.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently asked questions about the night markets of Hua Hin.

    The Hua Hin Night Market on Dechanuchit Road is open daily from 6:00 PM until around midnight. The Cicada Market is open from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM Friday through Sunday, and the Tamarind Market is open from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM Thursday through Sunday.

    The Cicada Market offers art, crafts, and live performances, the Tamarind Market provides culinary delights, and the Hua Hin Night Market is the ideal place for a central market any day of the week. On weekends, the Cicada and Tamarind Markets together create the perfect evening entertainment.

    The event is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Stalls are set up around 4:30 PM, the music on the main stage starts at 7:00 PM, and the shows in the amphitheater take place at 7:45 PM and 9:00 PM. Admission is free.

    Prepaid gift cards are used in the food court. Load credit onto a card at the kiosk, use it to pay at the stalls, and receive any remaining balance in cash at the exit. Cash payments are the only option at the craft stalls.

    Yes. The Tamarind Market is open from Thursday to Sunday from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM; it is the weekend market, open on Thursdays when Cicada is closed.

    Yes. The Pae Mai Tuesday Market takes place from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM and offers local street food and stalls, and the Hua Hin Night Market in the city is open every evening.

    Dechanuchit Street (Soi Hua Hin 72) is located in the city center, near Phetkasem Road and just a short walk from the beach. It is closed to traffic every evening from 6:00 PM.

    About 4 km south of the center, opposite the Hyatt Regency on the road to Khao Takiab, green songthaews run along the main road for about 20–40 baht. Alternatively, you can also take a Grab.

    Yes, in small bills. Most stalls only accept cash, Tamarind also accepts QR code payments, and Cicada's food court uses coupon cards purchased with cash.

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