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HomePlacesEastern ThailandCicada Market
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Cicada Market

Pattaya, Eastern Thailand 15m⚡ Easy
Best Time
November to February
Difficulty
Easy
Safety
★★★★☆
Solo Friendly
Family

About Cicada Market

Cicada Market is a vibrant night bazaar located in Pattaya, Eastern Thailand, famous for its open-air stalls selling handicrafts, souvenirs, clothing, and local goods. Operating primarily in the evenings, it offers an authentic Thai shopping experience with live music performances and a lively atmosphere that attracts both locals and tourists. The market showcases traditional Thai culture through its diverse vendors and eclectic mix of vintage items, local art, and street food.

💡Why Visit?

Cicada Market provides an authentic, offbeat alternative to Pattaya's mainstream tourist attractions, offering genuine local culture, affordable shopping, and energetic evening entertainment in a true Thai bazaar setting.

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Languages
ThaiEnglish
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Quick Facts

RegionEastern Thailand
CountryThailand
Altitude15m
DifficultyEasy
Solo Friendly✅ Yes
Family✅ Yes
Budget StayTHB 600*/night
Budget FoodTHB 250*/day
PermitNot Required
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Activities

Browse and shop at Cicada Market

Highly variable depending on purchases; entrance free, costs depend on items bought

Time

2-3 hours

Cost

THB 500*–THB5k*

Effort

Easy

Enjoy street food at market stalls

Affordable street food; typical meal 150-250 baht

Time

1-2 hours

Cost

THB 150*–THB 500*

Effort

Easy

Listen to live music performances

Free entertainment; no separate entry charge

Time

1-2 hours

Cost

Free

Effort

Easy

Visit nearby Pattaya Beach

Beach access free; water activities extra

Time

Half day

Cost

Free

Effort

Easy

Explore Pattaya Walking Street

Walking street free; entertainment venues have separate charges

Time

2-3 hours

Cost

Free

Effort

Easy

🌡️ Weather & Best Time

Jun · Drizzle

This destination has a temperate climate with temperatures ranging from 26°C to 31°C annually.

Temperature range (°C)
Jun
☀️Drizzle
🌡️
Temperature27° – 31°C
💧
Rainfall116mm
💡Okay
💡Okay — light rain expected
Quality:Best timeGoodOkayColdAvoid

Climate averages based on 10-year historical data · Open-Meteo

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How to Reach

Nearest Airport
Utapao Rayong-Pattaya International Airport
35 km · 45 minutes by road
Nearest Railway Station
Pattaya Railway Station
8 km · 15 minutes by road
Nearest Bus Stand
Pattaya Central Bus Terminal
6 km · 15 minutes by road

From Pattaya city center, Cicada Market is accessible via Sukhumvit Road heading towards the outskirts. Regular songthaews and taxis service the route, with a journey of approximately 10-15 minutes from downtown Pattaya.

Local Transport

Cab / Taxi
THB 1,200* – THB 2,000*/day
Auto Rickshaw
Local Bus
Local songthaews and minibuses connect Pattaya city center to the market area via main roads.

Where to Stay

🎒 Budget
THB 600*/night
  • Basic guesthouses near Pattaya
  • Backpacker hostels
  • Fan rooms at local hotels
🏨 Mid-range
THB 2,000*/night
  • Three-star hotels in Pattaya
  • Boutique resorts
  • Apartment-style accommodations
✨ Luxury
THB 5,500*/night
  • Beachfront luxury resorts
  • Five-star hotels
  • High-end beach clubs

Local Cuisine

⭐ Pad Thaistreet
⭐ Mango Sticky Ricestreet
⭐ Satay Skewersstreet
⭐ Fresh Seafood Grilledlocal
Som Tamlocal
Thai Green Curryrestaurant

Travel Tips

  • Visit Cicada Market in late afternoon or evening for best shopping and atmosphere.
  • Bring cash in Thai baht; most stalls do not accept credit cards or digital payments.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and light clothing suitable for warm, humid evenings.
  • Arrive early if interested in specific items; popular goods sell out quickly.
  • Bargaining is acceptable at many stalls; polite negotiation often yields discounts.
Things to carry
Cash in Thai bahtComfortable walking shoesLight jacket or cardigan for air-conditioned spacesMobile phone for navigationSunscreen and insect repellent