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Best night market — Chillva, Naka, or Patong?

Priya N.
Traveler · 1h

One market night only. Food + shopping without total tourist trap.

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Somchai P.Somchai P.· Local · 1h

Chillva Market (Phuket Town, Mon Thu Sat ~4–10pm) — best one-night pick for food + vibe without Patong junk stalls. Naka Weekend Market (Sat Sun) massive — shopping heavy, hot, parking chaos. Patong night market on Bangla side — souvenirs and knockoffs, food OK not special. Sunday Walking Street Old Town different — heritage focus. Grab Chillva from Kata 350–450 baht. Cash for stalls. Go hungry, share small plates.

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TBTom B.· Traveler · 1h

Chillva Thursday — hipster food, live music, locals mix. Naka weekend huge.

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NWNina W.· Traveler · 1h

Patong market fine if you're already there post-Bangla — don't cross island for it.

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