Date	Time	Event
Feb 11, 2012	Sat Jan 01 07:00:00 -0800 2000 - Sat Jan 01 18:00:00 -0800 2000	Shopping at Chatuchak (JJ Market)
Feb 12, 2012	Sat Jan 01 07:00:00 -0800 2000 - Sat Jan 01 18:00:00 -0800 2000	Shopping at Chatuchak (JJ Market)
Feb 18, 2012	Sat Jan 01 07:00:00 -0800 2000 - Sat Jan 01 18:00:00 -0800 2000	Shopping at Chatuchak (JJ Market)
Feb 19, 2012	Sat Jan 01 07:00:00 -0800 2000 - Sat Jan 01 18:00:00 -0800 2000	Shopping at Chatuchak (JJ Market)
Feb 25, 2012	Sat Jan 01 07:00:00 -0800 2000 - Sat Jan 01 18:00:00 -0800 2000	Shopping at Chatuchak (JJ Market)
Feb 26, 2012	Sat Jan 01 07:00:00 -0800 2000 - Sat Jan 01 18:00:00 -0800 2000	Shopping at Chatuchak (JJ Market)
Mar 03, 2012	Sat Jan 01 07:00:00 -0800 2000 - Sat Jan 01 18:00:00 -0800 2000	Shopping at Chatuchak (JJ Market)
Mar 04, 2012	Sat Jan 01 07:00:00 -0800 2000 - Sat Jan 01 18:00:00 -0800 2000	Shopping at Chatuchak (JJ Market)
Mar 10, 2012	Sat Jan 01 07:00:00 -0800 2000 - Sat Jan 01 18:00:00 -0800 2000	Shopping at Chatuchak (JJ Market)

Shopping at Chatuchak (JJ Market)

Chatuchak Market, most commonly known to foreigners as JJ Market, is a must see if you are planning on shopping while visiting Bangkok. Make sure to get there early, and plan on spending the day as there is an amazing amount of ground to cover. JJ Market is an outdoor mecca of shops, markets and vendors selling pretty much anything you can think of. The range of gift ideas and export possibilities are literally to vast to fit into in this article, and you simply must see it to believe it. Plan on spending the entire day, and don't expect to see it all on your first visit. One thing that we will guarantee is that you will leave with more than you intended to buy, and with things you never thought you wanted.

Origin of Chatuchak Market

Chatuchak Market owes its origin to Field Marshal Plaek Bhibulsongkran, the late prime minister of Thailand (1938 -1944, 1948 - 1957) who came up with the idea of setting up a flea market in every town. As a result, the first flea market in Bangkok was held at Sanam Luang and was called Sanam Luang Flea Market. however, there was a time when the place was needed for other special functions and the flea market was then relocated to Saranrom Place where itt remained for eight years. After that, it was moved again to Sanam Chai. Because of the Limited space, it had to be moved back to Sanam Luang. But in the same year, the government issued a policy to turn Sanam Luang into a public park for citizens of Bangkok and make it the venue to celebrate the 200-year anniversary of Krung Rattankosin in 1982. Thus, it was decided that the flea market would be held at Paholyothin District from then on and it was later named Chatuchak Market after the nearby park under the same name.

The largest market in Bangkok

JJ market is the largest market because of its extensive space, totaling around around 28 acres. The name Chatuchak Marker appears in the Guinness Book of World Records as the largest flea market in the world, selling thousands of items. Not surprisingly, lots of people get lost during their shopping here.

How to get to Chatuchak market

Sky Train/BTS get off at the Sapan Khwai station or Moh Chit Station.

MRT, get off at Kamphaeng Phet Station.

Fan Bus 3, 8, 26, 28, 29, 34, 38, 39, 44, 52, 59, 63, 77, 90, 96, 104, 408, 112, 122, 134, 136, 138, 153, 159

Air-condition Bus 2, 3, 9, 18, 19, 34, 38, 39, 44, 134, 145, 153, 510, 512, 513

Micro Bus 2, 5, 8, 12, 15, 16

Where to park

1. Park&Ride move than 1,500 parking space opposite Chatuchak Market on Knapang Petch 2 Road. rate: 40 baht all day long. 2. BTS Parking Space open from 5 am - midnight. Rate: no parking fee. 3. The marketing organization for farmer M.O.F Market Rate: parking fee is charged by hour.

Restaurants

After hours and hours of shopping/bargaining, there's no better way to refresh and regain your strength than eating some yummy food. Similar to its reputation as one of the finest shopping place in the world, Chatuchak market is also famous for its variety of food.

Foon Talob Recommendation: Grilled chicken, sticky rice, spicy papaya salad and som-tum. Where? Project 26 Soi 1

Bak Hung Recommendation: Yummy papaya salad with sea-crab. Where? Project 2 Soi 3

Art'n Art's Recommendation: Eating your delicious food while contemplating beautiful paintings from a nearby shop. Where? Project 7

Krua Kruag Gao Recommendation: Affordable yet delicious steaks. Where? Project 26 Soi 1

Toh Plu Recommendation: Spicy Thai food with friendly atmosphere. Where? Project 27

Din Pao Recommendation: Nam Nuang Vietnamese food. Where? Project 4 Soi 1

Cafe de Dongdee Recommendation: Original Thai food with cozy atmosphere. Where? Chatuchak Plaza, at the corner of zone B4.

Food Stalls If you don't want to spend your precious time in a restaurant, try some of our recommended food stalls for a quick, delicious meal.

CHA: Afternoon Tea and Cake: What a great combination Where? Project 3 Soi 3

Belgium - style waffle: Don't have to go far for a Belgian dessert! Where? Project 1 opposite Project 26.

Kanom Warn Nid: The best gift for parents and older relatives are Thai sweets. Where? Project 27, next to Chatuchak Plaza's gate.

Chao Guao Boran Thai dessert: Get your strength back with Thai style black jelly with cane sugar. Where? Project 3 Soi 3

Coffee Factory: Wonderful smell of coffee will lead the way. Where? Project 21 Soi 1

Spicy Mango Salad: So spicy, it spices up such a long queue! Where? On the main road next to Project 2 opposite Project 24

Itim - Boran: Traditional Ice-cream. The familiar flavor of Thai fruits (durian, coconut) along with many new flavors will take you back to the good old days.

Wan - Yen: Thai style ice lollies. Here the shaking sound? If yes, just know that the colorful ice lollies (coke, green soda, and red soda flavors) are just around the corner.

Plants

Plant-lovers can never miss Wednesday and Thursday at Chatuchak market when all the plant dealers gather here and bring along plants including orchids, aquatic plants, perennial plants, rare plants and other garden equipment. Plants are sold along the main road, while garden tools are sold from the entrance from Kampang Petch along the way to Kampang Petch Road next to the main road.

Uncle John's Cabin Recommendation: Buy an easy-to-grow, difficult-to-die cactus and get some valuable tips from Uncle John. Where? Project 5

Gift Recommendation: Custom-made fountains to brighten your garden. Where? Project 5 on the main road.

Pan - Ma - Kab - Mue Recommendation: All sizes of stumps, moss and more. Where? Project 3 Soi 3

Pak - Suan - Krua Recommendation: Home-grown vegetables. Where? On the main road, Paholyothin Side

Ben Aguatic Plant Recommendation: Wild and aquatic plants. Where? Chatuchak Plaza, Zone D, Soi 7.

Pets

Nong Ploy Recommendation: Wide range of fish, both Thai and foreign species. Where? Chatuchak Plaza, Zone D, Soi 7

Cat Station Only Persian cats guaranteed for their pure-bred quality are sold here. Pedigree cats from Germany and Denmark are also available for mating. Where? Project 15 Soi 1

Pretty Toy Dog Pure-bred toy dogs are available here, including long and short hair Chihuahuas breeds and Yorkshire Terriers. Where? Project 11 Soi 5

Baan Ka-dook Bone House Snacks for your four-legged friends... Buy the whole sack or per kilo or gram. Where? Project 15, Soi 10

Boonsongis Rabbit Farm One of the leading rabbit farms in Thailand selling a variety of breeds, even the rare ones like the Holland lop worth over 10,000 Baht. Where? Project 13, Soi 6.

Arts and Music

55 Book Stall Easy to find/inexpensive first and second-hand books. Where? Dream section, Project 27 - Indie, award-winning, and art films can found at a shop located at project 7. - Fans of Jazz, Blues, and Classical Music? Don't miss the music store at project 1. - Collection of arts including paintings, drawings, or self-portraits are available at project 7.

Home Decorative Items

Quiet Storm Recommendation: Balinese-style carved wood or lamps that look like a tribal torch. Where? Project 22, Soi 4.

Thai Arts Recommendation: Paintings and prints that reflect Thai tradition as well as some masterpieces that show the art of Lacquering and gilding. Where? Project 22, Soi 4

Narico Lamps Recommendation: Variety of lamps including a Thai-style lamp called a Siladol. Where? Project 25, Soi 3

Nuch Recommendation: Flowers made of cloth that look amazingly real. Where? Project 25, between Soi 3-4

Chabachai Recommendation: Nicely-painted furniture made of old wood. Where? Project 2 Soi 3

Tops up Recommendation: Retro-style decorative items. Where? Project 2 Soi 3

Tong Pan Chang Recommendation: One-of-a-kind local woven cotton or silk. Where? Project 25, Soi 3

Rai Recommendation: Unique Lanna-style textiles and other products including silverware and northern music. Where? Project 25, Soi 3 and 5

Buppha Sawan Recommendation: Decorative flowers made from cloth and floating decorative flowers that look just like real flowers! Where? Project 20, Soi 5

Billion Nine Recommendation: Candlesticks, bells and garden decorative items in bronze and brass. Where? Project 22 Soi 4

At home Recommendation: Home decorative items made of woods. Where? Project 2 Soi 3

Silapacpme Recommendation: Classic lamps and decorative items. Where? Project 26 Soi 2

Chatuchak Glass Recommendation: Inexpensive vases and colorful glasses. Where? Project 7 Soi 4

Pornsawan Recommendation: Collections of local and Lanna-style handicrafts including carved woods, lamps, lacquered and gilded products etc... 80% of the products here are designed by the owner. Where? Project 22 Soi 4

Ancient East Recommendation: Pillows, household decorative items and clothing with the concept of simplicity of the East. Where? Project 25 Soi 3

Tom's Silk Recommendation: Thai silk in different hues and styles. Where? Project 25 Soi 3

T & T Bangkok 99 Inexpensive Thai handicrafts perfect for foreigners. Items such as: khon masks, Thai dolls, paper dollar from Talung play or shadow play carved woods, lacquer ware, and glass boats. Where? Project 25 Soi 4

Inspire Recommendation: Simple yet stylish leather-covered furniture. Where? Chatuchak Plaza, zone B 90 Soi 3

Karmakamet Secret World Established since 1971 Recommendation: Aromatherapy products. Where? Project 3 Soi 3

A lots Recommendation: A wide range of cool household decorative items. Where? Project 4

Chathongdee Recommendation: All kinds of products made of zine. Where? Project 2 Soi 3

Songtigve Recommendation: Chinese-style furniture. Paintings and decorative items. Where? Project 26 Soi 1

UR' Band Recommendation: Variety of pillows and pillow cases. Where? Project 2 Soi 2

Nattha Recommendation: Leather products such as photo frames, bags, and silk pillow cases. Where? Project 8 Soi 17

L'ete Recommendation: Paintings on old wood, sea-inspired decorative items. Where? Project 7.

Fashion

Chatuchak Market is a heaven for fashion-lovers due to its inexpensive wide range of clothing and accessories. Only here can you keep up with all the trends without going broke!

Only Sugar Get as pink as you want... Because all clothes, accessories or even home decorative items are all in PINK! Where? New project, next to the MRT station.

Perfect Combination Want brand name look-alike bags and accessories? Who said quality and low price cannot go together? Where? New project, next to the MRT station.

Magenta Load and loads of accessories such as necklaces and pendants. Where? Project 4 Soi 1

Pai Bohemian-style clothes, shoes, and accessories. Where? Project 4 Soi 2

Iceland Just belts here! Where? Project 4 Soi 1

Nalit Keanprech Casual suits are so in right now! Where? Project 4

Xistnz Women's clothes only! Try embroidered pieces! Where? Project 3 Soi 2

Every shade of tees and tank tops. Where? Project 3 Soi 3

Great Helm Fancy and custom-made costumes in case you feel like dressing up in King Arthur-style armor, complete with a sword. Where? Chatuchak Plaza, zone B Soi 2

Vintage Clothers From nice tees to jeans, shoes to bags. Where? Project 6 all along Soi 2.

And that concludes our updated list. Be sure to check back as we add things as we find them! Enjoy your experience at JJ Market!

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