Warorot Market
The Basics
With its bustling crowds and local atmosphere, Warorot Market (or Kad Luang) can feel a little overwhelming for first-time visitors. Exploring with a guide allows you to overcome the language barrier, improve your bartering skills, and learn about products that you may otherwise have overlooked. The market is most commonly featured on food tours, which go beyond typical Thai dishes such as green curry, or guided experiences designed to take you off the beaten path.
Things to Know Before You Go
Warorot Market provides insight into the lives of Chiang Mai residents.
The market is a must-visit for food lovers: Visitors can sample authentic and inexpensive northern Thai dishes.
The market is not air-conditioned, so be sure to take plenty of water with you.
How to Get There
Located on the banks of the Ping River, Warorot Market is a 30-minute walk from within the Old City walls. You can take a traditional songthaew (shared taxi) to the market or opt for the convenience of round-trip transport on a guided tour.
Trip ideas
When to Get There
Warorot Market opens from 7am to sunset and attracts a steady stream of locals throughout the day. If you want to watch the city wake up, walk to the market from the Old City just after sunrise to feel like you’ve got the place all to yourself.
Local Delights at Warorot Market
For the ultimate taste of Northern Thailand, create your own buffet during your visit to Warorot Market. Be sure to sample the crispy pork skin known ascap moo and the grilled sausage, infused with chilies and fragrant herbs. Another must-try,khao soi consists of spicy coconut broth, egg noodles, and crunchy wonton strips.
- Things to do in Northern Thailand
- Things to do in Chiang Rai
- Things to do in Luang Prabang
- Things to do in Yangon
- Things to do in Vientiane
- Things to do in Mandalay
- Things to do in Bangkok
- Things to do in Pattaya
- Things to do in Hua Hin
- Things to do in Kunming
- Things to do in Ko Chang
- Things to do in Lijiang
- Things to do in Changsha
- Things to do in Gulf of Thailand
- Things to do in South Coast
- Elephant Parade House
- Araksa Tea Plantation
- Thapae Stadium
- Elephant Nature Park
- Saturday and Sunday Walking Street Market
- Baan Chang Elephant Park
- Mae Ping River
- Wat Chiang Man
- Chiang Mai City Arts & Cultural Centre
- Wat Chedi Luang
- Art in Paradise
- Three Kings Monument (Anusawari Sam Kasat)
- Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
- Wat Phra Singh Waramahawihan
- Chiang Mai National Museum