Your Ultimate Guide to Night Markets in Asia

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Gaya Street Sunday Market

Kota Kinabalu's Sunday morning street market, with souvenirs, plants and snacks, and an Api Api night food market on Friday and Saturday evenings.

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Cakes at Gaya Street Market, Kota Kinabalu

Gaya Street in Kota Kinabalu hosts a Sunday morning market that is one of the city's best known, and a night food market on Friday and Saturday evenings.

What to expect

The Sunday market starts around 6 am and gets busy by mid-morning, with plants, produce, crafts, souvenirs and snacks. The Api Api Night Food Market has dozens of stalls serving grilled seafood and local dishes.

What to eat

Laksa, nasi lemak, satay, grilled seafood and local cakes.

Visitor tips

  • Go early on Sundays, before the heat and crowds.
  • The night food market runs on Friday and Saturday evenings.
  • Check current schedules, as markets sometimes change location or days.