The Jomtien Beach Night Market is a fun and lively place in Pattaya that is known for its seafood, party atmosphere, and location on the beach. Jomtien is different from the bigger night markets in the city because it has a relaxed, friendly vibe and a mix of food stalls, bars, and shops. People can eat fresh seafood, drink cheap cocktails, buy souvenirs, or just enjoy the festive atmosphere with live music. It is a popular place for both locals and tourists to hang out at night, especially younger people who want to have fun by the sea.
Location & Directions
The market is on Jomtien Beach, which is south of Pattaya and about a hill away from the city centre. The beach in this area is known for being quieter and better for families. It has restaurants, cafes, and resorts like Avalon Beach Resort and Rabbit Resort.
It takes about 15 minutes by bus or taxi to get to the market from Central Pattaya. Local songthaews (shared pickup trucks) cost about 10 to 20 Baht per ride. Taking a taxi is easy, but make sure to bargain over the fare so you don’t pay too much for the short distance. If you plan to spend most of your evenings here, it might be a good idea to stay at a hotel nearby for easy access.
Timings
Opens every day from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM. A lot of them stay open until about 3:00 AM, so it’s a popular place to go at night.
Things to Buy
Jomtien is a smaller night market than some of the others in Pattaya, but it has a good mix of cheap shopping and local goods. Here are some of the best things to buy:
- Beachwear and Accessories: It’s easy to find beach essentials at stalls that sell hats, sunglasses, swimsuits and casual beach clothes.
- Souvenirs and trinkets: Small things like handicrafts, fridge magnets, and jewellery make great gifts to bring home.
- Clothing: A few stalls sell t-shirts, shorts, and dresses at wholesale prices. If you buy in groups or in bulk, you can get great deals.
- Seafood and Street Food: The best thing about the market is the fresh seafood that is cooked to order for a very low price. Visitors can also try Tom Yum, Pad Thai, hot pots, mango sticky rice, coconut ice cream, and fresh juices, in addition to seafood.
- Cocktails and Drinks: This is one of the main reasons why young tourists and locals come here at night. The cocktails are cheap and the bar scene is lively.
