Art and craft stalls
Main market
Handmade clothes, jewellery, ceramics, home goods and gifts sold by the people who made them.
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Cicada Market
A weekend arts-and-crafts market in a garden setting, with live music, performances and a food court.
Favourite places
Amphitheatre
Open-air stage
Live music, dance and theatre performances on the outdoor stage on market nights.
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Within the market
Paintings, prints and photographs by local artists.
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Within the market
A food area with Thai and international dishes, plus Tamarind Market next door.
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Local food
Pad thai
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Stir-fried rice noodles with egg, tofu and peanuts — easy to find at the market stalls.
Cha yen
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Sweet, orange Thai iced tea with milk, a popular market drink.
Where to eat
Tamarind Market
Next door
The food market under the trees beside Cicada, with many small dishes and shared tables.
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Khao Takiab
Seafood near the fishing harbour, a short ride south.
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Where to stay
Khao Takiab
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Resorts and condos within a short ride of the market.
Open in Google Maps (opens in a new tab)Hua Hin town centre
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More choice of hotels and restaurants, a few kilometres north.
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Culture
Cicada was created to support local artists and designers, and many stalls are run by the makers themselves. Ask before photographing their work, and keep bargaining light — prices here are often set by the artist.
History
Cicada Market showcases local artists and designers: handmade clothes, jewellery, paintings and home goods, with music and theatre in the open-air amphitheatre.
Tour plans
Weekend evening in south Hua Hin
EveningStep 1: Khao Takiab
Visit the hill temple before sunset.
Step 2: Cicada Market
Browse the craft stalls and the gallery zone.
Step 3: Show at the amphitheatre
Catch the live performance.
Step 4: Tamarind Market
Finish with dinner next door.
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Travel information
Best time to visit
Friday to Sunday evenings.
How to get there
Near Khao Takiab, south of town — songthaew or Grab.
Getting around
The town centre around Naresdamri and Dechanuchit roads is easy to walk. Green songthaews run up and down Phetkasem Road between the town and Khao Takiab; flag one down and press the buzzer to stop. Grab, tuk-tuks (agree the fare first) and rented scooters cover the rest. For day trips to the national park or the vineyard, hire a car with driver or join a tour.
Travel tips
Open on weekend evenings (usually Friday to Sunday); combine with Tamarind Market next door.
