Rim Moei Market Market
On the banks of the Moei River that forms the border with Myanmar, this classic frontier market near Mae Sot sells a staggering range of goods from Thailand, Burma and beyond.
Exploring Rim Moei Market#
Sitting directly beneath the Thai-Burmese Friendship Bridge, Rim Moei Market covers a huge area and functions as a true frontier outpost. Vendors sell products from both countries, along with items from India, China, Korea and further afield.
Wander through and you’ll find all kinds of food, household goods, hand-made furniture, electronics, clothes and even gems. It’s a fascinating place to browse and perhaps pick up an unusual souvenir. Note that the low-lying site can occasionally flood during unseasonal rains.
Rim Moei Market: Getting There & Need to Know#
- What is it? A bustling Thai-Burmese border market.
- Where: Underneath the Thai-Burmese Friendship Bridge, about 6km west of Mae Sot.
- Opening hours: 08:30 - 16:30 daily.
- Entrance fee: Free.
- Getting there: Take a songthaew to the Friendship Bridge from Mae Sot (about 15 minutes), or hire a bicycle or motorbike to explore nearby temples at the same time.