Greenway Night Market

Open Days: Tuesday – Sunday

Opening Hours: 17.00 – 22.00

 

Greenway Night Market, or Greenway Market Hat Yai, is one of the most popular evening markets in Hat Yai, Songkhla Province. It is located at 1406/3 Kanchanavanich Road, Hat Yai Subdistrict, Hat Yai District, Songkhla 90110, near Khlong Rian Intersection, Luang Prathan Ratsadornnikorn Industrial and Community Education College, Hat Yai Bus Terminal, ASEAN Night Bazaar, and Central Hat Yai. The market is known as a lively place for evening shopping, food, fashion, second-hand clothing, accessories, collectibles, souvenirs, drinks, desserts, and casual nightlife in a well-organized market setting.

 

The strongest appeal of Greenway Night Market is that it combines shopping and dining in one compact destination. As the evening lights come on, the market turns into a lively lifestyle area with music, food stalls, grilled dishes, clothing racks, fashion accessories, and people walking from stall to stall. The atmosphere is more relaxed than a morning fresh market and is well suited to after-work visits, student hangouts, family dinners, casual shopping, and travelers looking for a local Hat Yai evening experience.

 

The current operating schedule is Tuesday to Sunday from 17.00 to 22.00, with Monday as the weekly closing day. The market has official contact numbers, 074-232418 and 081-9906553, and uses Line ID @greenwaymarket for inquiries. This makes Greenway a regular operating market rather than an occasional pop-up. Visitors should allow about 2 to 3 hours if they want to cover the fashion zones, second-hand area, food station, photo spots, and nearby night-market area comfortably.

 

Older travel descriptions often mentioned Greenway as opening from Wednesday to Sunday from around 17.00 to 21.00. The current market information now uses Tuesday to Sunday and 17.00 to 22.00, giving visitors more usable days and a longer evening window. This is especially convenient for travelers staying near Central Hat Yai, Hat Yai Bus Terminal, Prince of Songkla University, or the Kanchanavanich Road area.

 

The market can be understood through several main sections: the open-tail or second-hand shopping area, the plaza zone with organized retail units, the Greenway Street Life zone for fashion and lifestyle shops, the Greenway Food Station for food and drinks, surrounding street-side shops, and connecting routes toward ASEAN Night Bazaar and Kanchanavanich Road. This zoning makes Greenway easier to explore than a fully informal street market. Visitors can move according to their interests instead of wandering without direction.

 

The open-tail zone represents the original market character most clearly. Vendors, students, working people, and small traders bring many kinds of goods to sell, including second-hand clothing, bags, shoes, dolls, toys, home decorations, vintage items, postcards, collectibles, unusual coin banks, small accessories, and affordable lifestyle products. The pleasure of this zone lies in searching. One stall may specialize in vintage clothes, another in small collectibles, and another in good-condition used goods at accessible prices.

 

The plaza zone is more structured, with stalls arranged in fixed selling spaces. Many items here are new products, such as fashion clothing, bags, shoes, accessories, cosmetics, hats, socks, gifts, souvenirs, art items, models, figures, and lifestyle goods. Many shops have their own visual style, making this zone attractive to young shoppers, students, and travelers who want affordable but presentable fashion and accessories.

 

Greenway Street Life has become one of the most recognizable parts of the current market. Its large canopy, lighting, signage, and photo-friendly atmosphere make it a common starting point for visitors. Shops in this area focus on fashion, accessories, bags, shoes, cute goods, and everyday lifestyle items. The space feels more designed than a traditional roadside market, with better lighting, walking space, and photo spots.

 

The Greenway Food Station is the other major reason to visit. It is designed as a modern food court-style market area with a very wide range of choices, including southern Thai dishes, Thai food, halal food, grilled dishes, seafood, single-plate meals, international food, fried snacks, desserts, ice cream, fruit drinks, milk tea, coffee, and fusion dishes. The purpose of the food zone is to let visitors have a full dinner within the market without needing to search for another restaurant afterward.

 

The food variety reflects Hat Yai’s mixed urban population: Thai Buddhists, Thai Muslims, Thai-Chinese communities, students, Malaysian visitors, and travelers from nearby provinces. Common options include fried chicken, fried meatballs, grilled squid, seafood buckets, pizza, fries, grilled seafood, steak, barbecue, halal dishes, sushi, desserts, and drinks. This makes the market easy for groups, because each person can buy from a different stall and still eat together in the same area.

 

A practical way to explore Greenway is to begin with the shopping zones and end at the food station. Early evening is good for browsing fashion, second-hand clothing, shoes, bags, and accessories before the market becomes crowded. After shopping, visitors can move into Greenway Food Station for dinner and drinks. Groups should agree on a meeting point because the market has several walking paths and it is easy to separate when the crowd grows.

 

Greenway Night Market is important to Hat Yai because it represents the city’s evening lifestyle. Hat Yai is a commercial, educational, transport, and tourism city rather than a beach-centered destination like Songkhla city. Night markets are therefore an important part of the Hat Yai experience. They show small businesses, student commerce, food culture, youth fashion, and informal urban life after sunset.

 

Greenway differs from Kim Yong Market in a clear way. Kim Yong Market is strongest for daytime souvenir shopping, dried goods, imported snacks, and traditional downtown trade. Greenway is strongest for evening fashion, second-hand shopping, street food, lifestyle goods, and a younger night-market atmosphere. Travelers with only one day in Hat Yai can visit Kim Yong Market in the morning or late morning, then visit Greenway in the evening to see 2 different sides of the city.

 

Greenway also connects well with ASEAN Night Bazaar, which is located nearby. Many visitors combine both markets in one evening route. Greenway is especially strong for its food station, fashion zones, and second-hand goods, while ASEAN Night Bazaar is known for clothing, general goods, and an indoor market-style food area. Travelers can start at either market depending on their hotel location and available time.

 

The market’s location on Kanchanavanich Road is very convenient. This road connects several major points in Hat Yai, including Prince of Songkla University, Songklanagarind Hospital, Central Hat Yai, ASEAN Night Bazaar, Hat Yai Bus Terminal, and the city center. Visitors staying in the Greenway, Central Hat Yai, or bus-terminal area can reach the market by walking, tuk-tuk, local transport, or a short ride-hailing trip.

 

Getting There is easiest by private car, rental car, tuk-tuk, songthaew, local taxi, or ride-hailing service. From downtown Hat Yai or the Lee Gardens area, head toward Kanchanavanich Road and Khlong Rian Intersection. From Hat Yai Bus Terminal, the market is a short local ride away. From Hat Yai International Airport, travelers can go into Hat Yai city and continue directly to Greenway in the evening.

 

Visitors arriving by private vehicle should plan parking carefully. Friday, Saturday, Sunday, public holidays, and peak evening hours are busier than normal weekdays. The market and surrounding area provide parking options, but arriving before the busiest period makes parking easier. Travelers who do not want to spend time finding a space may prefer to take local transport from their hotel, especially if they plan to continue to ASEAN Night Bazaar or Central Hat Yai.

 

The best time to visit is around 17.30 to 20.30. By then, most shops are open, food stalls are ready, the weather is cooler, and the market has a lively atmosphere. Visitors who want photos with the Greenway Street Life signage and market lighting should arrive after the sky begins to darken. Those who prefer easier walking should choose Tuesday to Thursday. Friday to Sunday is livelier but requires more patience with crowds and food queues.

 

Before visiting, it is useful to carry small cash for small vendors, although many shops support transfers or QR payment. Comfortable shoes are recommended because the market covers several zones. A secure bag is also useful in crowded areas. If buying clothing, especially second-hand items, check size, seams, zippers, buttons, stains, and overall condition before paying.

 

For shoppers, the second-hand clothing area is one of the most rewarding parts of the market. Visitors can find T-shirts, shirts, jackets, trousers, skirts, shoes, bags, and accessories in many styles. It is better to walk through several shops before deciding because similar items may differ in condition and price. Polite bargaining may be possible for some items, especially when buying more than one piece.

 

For food-focused visitors, walking once around the food zone before ordering is a good strategy. There are many choices, and different stalls specialize in different menus. Groups can buy from several stalls and share dishes. Easy market foods include fried snacks, grilled items, seafood buckets, cold drinks, desserts, and quick single-plate meals. Muslim travelers should look for halal signs or ask vendors directly because the market includes many different food types.

 

Greenway Night Market suits many types of visitors. Couples can browse shops and have dinner. Families can enjoy food, toys, and casual walking. Groups of friends can shop for clothing and eat together. Students can find affordable fashion and daily items. Travelers can experience a real Hat Yai evening market. Those interested in urban culture can observe small business, youth commerce, and contemporary market life.

 

Nearby places that pair well with Greenway include ASEAN Night Bazaar, Central Hat Yai, Magic Eye Museum, Wat Khlong Rian, Prince of Songkla University, Diana Hat Yai, Hat Yai Bus Terminal, and the Lee Gardens area. A simple route is to spend the afternoon at Central Hat Yai, move to Greenway in the evening, and then continue to ASEAN Night Bazaar or return to a hotel in the city center.

 

Greenway also works well as a dinner stop after visiting Hat Yai Municipal Park, Phra Maha Chedi Tripob Trimongkol, or the Kho Hong viewpoint area. Families can spend the afternoon at a park or temple and end the day with food at Greenway. This keeps the itinerary easy while still offering many dinner choices for different ages and preferences.

 

Accommodation around Greenway ranges from hotels next to the market and serviced apartments to hotels near Central Hat Yai and ASEAN Night Bazaar. Visitors who want to focus on night-market walking should stay within walking distance of Greenway or ASEAN Night Bazaar. Those who prefer shopping malls and transport convenience may choose hotels near Central Hat Yai or Sripoovanart Road. Travelers who want the downtown food and shopping scene may prefer the Lee Gardens or Kim Yong area.

 

Visitors should be careful in narrow walkways and in front of popular food stalls. Walk to the side, avoid blocking paths, watch children in crowded areas, and check belongings before leaving a shop. Food should be eaten in the seating areas or spaces provided by the market, not in a way that blocks walking routes. Rubbish should be placed in bins to help keep the market clean and pleasant.

 

Overall, Greenway Night Market is more than a place for clothing and food. It reflects modern Hat Yai as a city of trade, mobility, education, and tourism. The market brings together student sellers, fashion stalls, food entrepreneurs, online-style small brands, photo spots, and a wide public audience. Walking here helps visitors understand Hat Yai as a commercial city that remains energetic, adaptable, and active after dark.

 

For a complete Hat Yai trip, Greenway Night Market deserves at least one evening. It gives a different experience from Kim Yong Market and daytime downtown shopping. Visitors can enjoy market lights, browse fashion and second-hand goods, try food from multiple stalls, walk through a place used by locals, and feel the lively evening side of Hat Yai. Greenway is therefore suitable for eating, shopping, photography, casual walking, and understanding one of the city’s most active night-market cultures.

 

 

A: Greenway Night Market is located at 1406/3 Kanchanavanich Road, Hat Yai Subdistrict, Hat Yai District, Songkhla 90110, near Khlong Rian Intersection, Luang Prathan Ratsadornnikorn Industrial and Community Education College, and ASEAN Night Bazaar.

 

A: Greenway Night Market opens Tuesday to Sunday from 17.00 to 22.00 and closes every Monday.

 

A: There is no admission fee for walking through Greenway Night Market. Visitors pay only for goods, food, drinks, parking, or services they choose to use.

 

A: The market includes an open-tail and second-hand goods zone, plaza zone, Greenway Street Life, Greenway Food Station, fashion and accessories zones, and shops around Kanchanavanich Road.

 

A: It is good for fashion clothing, second-hand clothing, shoes, bags, accessories, collectibles, lifestyle goods, souvenirs, and a wide variety of dinner foods and drinks.

 

A: Around 17.30 to 20.30 is the best period because most shops are open, food stalls are ready, the weather is cooler, and the market atmosphere is lively.

 

A: Yes. Greenway Night Market is close to ASEAN Night Bazaar, so both markets can be combined in one evening route by walking in suitable weather or taking a short local ride.

 

A: Visitors should bring small cash, wear comfortable shoes, use a secure bag, check products before buying, walk carefully in crowded areas, and plan transport back to the hotel after the market closes.