Discover the Morning Life at HatYai’s Vibrant Morning Market – A Must-Visit Experience


Photo: Bustling morning vibes at HatYai Morning Market

Bustling morning vibes at HatYai Morning Market


If you’re traveling to HatYai and want to experience the authentic local lifestyle while sampling delicious breakfast dishes and picking up quality souvenirs, make sure to check out the iconic HatYai Morning Market. This timeless local market has long been a proud symbol and gathering spot for all the best that HatYai has to offer.

A Market at Your Doorstep

Perfectly situated in downtown HatYai, the morning market is easily accessible by foot, especially if your accommodation is near Lee Gardens area. It’s just around 200 meters away – less than a 5-minute walk. Strolling through the city streets in the cool morning air not only kickstarts your day but also doubles as a refreshing form of exercise.

Experience a True Thai Morning Market

Step inside the HatYai Morning Market and soak up the genuine atmosphere filled with lively locals and vendors offering a dazzling variety of goods:

Fresh Produce: Fruits, vegetables, meats, and seafood delivered straight from the farm or sea.

Cooked Foods: An array of local breakfast favorites, both savory and sweet. Whether you want to take them home, sit down for a meal, or snack as you stroll – there’s something for every mood.

Everyday Items: A range of daily essentials and unique local products to browse through.

The market is open daily from 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM, giving you ample time to explore, taste, and shop while soaking in the energetic atmosphere.

Start Your Day with Good Fortune

A unique market tradition is morning almsgiving to monks. You can purchase ready meals, sweets, flowers, or offerings right in the market for this spiritual activity. Giving alms in the early hours is believed to invite blessings and fill both your heart and spirit with positivity for the day ahead.

Conveniently Linked to “Kimyong Market” – The Legendary Shopping Hub

After exploring the morning market, walk a short distance to the popular Kimyong Market, another well-loved HatYai icon. While Kimyong Market officially opens later in the morning, some stalls start serving customers bright and early, with a few open 24 hours!


Photo: Morning alms-giving to monks

Morning alms-giving to monks


Photo: Fresh fruits, herbs, and various kitchen essentials

Fresh produce and kitchen staples in abundance


Photo: Street-side vendors and hand-pulled carts

Street-side vendors and hand-pulled carts add color to the morning market


Photo: A variety of local snacks and breakfast items

From sticky rice treats to packaged snacks and fresh bread, you’re spoiled for choice


Photo: Popular breakfast joint for coffee, rice porridge, noodles

A beloved spot for coffee, rice porridge, and local noodle dishes


Photo: Popular roti stand

Don’t miss this roti stand – a local favorite!


Photo: Affordable shoe stalls – perfect for souvenirs

Shoe stalls offer great deals for those looking for Thai souvenirs


If you crave more than a standard hotel breakfast and want to taste the real flavors of HatYai, the morning market is a top choice that shouldn’t be missed!


Good to Know

Location: HatYai Morning Market (Kimyong Market)

Opening hours: Every day, 5:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Number of stalls: 100–200

Highlights: Local breakfast dishes, noodles, rice porridge, dim sum, Chinese doughnuts, roti, and a variety of unique HatYai flavors


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