Quick answer: Asia’s best night markets are in Taipei, Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hong Kong and Seoul.
Night markets are where Asian cities come alive after dark — street food, bargains and buzzing atmosphere. These ten are the best.
The 10 best Asian night markets
Shilin, Taipei
Taiwan’s most famous night market — a street-food paradise.
Rot Fai & Chatuchak, Bangkok
Vintage finds and endless street food (Chatuchak’s weekend evenings).
Sunday Walking Street, Chiang Mai
Crafts and food filling the old town’s streets.
Temple Street, Hong Kong
Fortune tellers, food stalls and bargains in Kowloon.
Gwangjang & Myeongdong, Seoul
Classic Korean street food and snacks.
Jalan Alor, Kuala Lumpur
A loud, delicious open-air food street.
Ben Thanh area, Ho Chi Minh City
Street eats and souvenirs after dark.
Muslim Quarter, Xi’an
Famous skewers, breads and noodles.
Penang’s hawker streets
Some of the best hawker food in the world.
Mong Kok, Hong Kong
Ladies’ Market shopping and street snacks.
How to choose
Go hungry and graze across many stalls, carry small cash, and arrive mid-evening when stalls are in full swing. Follow the longest local queues for the best food.