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The Asiatique night market is like a hub for young Bangkokians at night, a place where you can stroll, chill, eat, drink, and shop all wonderfully.
Guide to reaching Asiatique night market by the Chao Phraya river in Bangkok
If you're looking for a place that combines two forms of entertainment: an amusement park and a night market, then Asiatique is the ideal choice. The Asiatique night market opens at 5 pm, featuring 1,500 shops and over 40 restaurants for you to leisurely choose from.
The market sits by the Chao Phraya river and you can get here by boat. It's divided into several different zones, each with its own distinct vibe, for example, a zone specializing in vintage clothing, a zone for designer items, and more.
The Asiatique night market is built on the inspiration of the city's days as a riverside trading hub in the early 1900s. It's a gathering place for various trading areas and the largest entertainment destination in Bangkok.
Located in the Chaoroen Krung area, Asiatique has become a hotspot for young people in Bangkok, thanks to its beautiful surroundings created by the surrounding structures. Every evening, Asiatique night market attracts crowds of tourists and locals alike for shopping, entertainment, and relaxation. The view from here is stunning as you can see the sparkling Asiatique sky wheel against the night sky.
Directions: Asiatique is located at 2194 Charoen Krung Rd, Khwaeng Wat Phraya Krai, Khet Bang Kho Laem. It opens from 5 pm until midnight. The best way to get to Asiatique is by boat. Take the BTS to Saphan Taskin station, then walk to the riverside and go down to the Sathorn pier to queue for Asiatique's free shuttle boat. The free shuttle boats to Asiatique operate from 4:30 pm to 11:30 pm. It's advisable to avoid taking a taxi as the road to Asiatique is often congested.
Source: Mytour
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Reference: Travel guide by Mytour
MytourMarch 6, 2020
