Pattavikorn Market New Project
Nawamin Rd, Khlong Kum, Bueng Kum, Bangkok 10240
Pattavikorn is the kind of market that rewards patience and comfortable shoes. The scale is almost absurd for Bangkok's east side, ranking among the largest second-hand markets in the country, and the range runs from kilo-priced thrift clothing at a few baht a piece to collectible vinyl, vintage Levi's, retro electronics, and genuine curiosities. Arrive with cash, bargain calmly, and set aside more time than you think you need.
The taxi drops you on Nawamin Road and suddenly you are standing in front of a market that seems to keep going. Pattavikorn Market New Project sprawls across a substantial plot of land in Bangkok's Bueng Kum district, tucked between Soi Nawamin 70 and 72, on the quieter eastern stretch of the city far from the tourist belt of Sukhumvit or the malls of Siam.
The scale sets the tone immediately. Vendors line every passageway selling pre-owned clothing, retro sneakers, vintage denim, old-school electronics, car accessories, army surplus gear, power tools, kitchenware, collectible toys, vinyl records, antique trinkets, and furniture. The inventory turns constantly as dealers restock throughout the week, which means there is always a reason to return.
Pricing is the market's calling card. Clothing sections frequently run on kilo pricing, so a full bag of finds costs a few hundred baht. Individual items start from as low as 5 baht. Even branded or vintage pieces that would command serious resale prices elsewhere move here at fractions of their value if you have time to look.
Bargaining is built into the rhythm of the place and approached with good humor on both sides. Picking up multiple items from a single vendor tends to unlock the best discounts. Cash is strongly preferred across the market, and having small bills makes transactions easier.
Food stalls cluster through the grounds serving Thai snacks and drinks, so there is no need to leave when you need a break. The market runs daily from roughly 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, though hours across different zones can vary. Mornings tend to be cooler and less crowded. A portable fan and a bottle of water go a long way on hotter days.
Pattavikorn occupies a distinct place in Bangkok's shopping landscape. It sits well off the usual tourist circuit in the Bueng Kum district, serves a large local community of thrift enthusiasts and resellers, and delivers the kind of unscripted, discovery-driven shopping that curated vintage boutiques in Ari or Ekkamai can only approximate.