Pasar Atas
Pasa Ateh
The central market beside the Great Clock Tower, rebuilt after a 2017 fire, selling Minangkabau embroidery, headscarves, dried goods and local specialties, surrounded by traditional market streets.
Pasar Atas stands right next to the Great Clock Tower. After rebuilding it is a multi-story modern building. Inside you will find embroidered fabrics, Muslim clothing, Minangkabau souvenirs, and local specialties such as dried chilies and spicy cassava chips (sanjai). Steps lead down from the market to Pasar Bawah and the surrounding area, a lively open-air traditional market lined with Padang restaurants. Bargaining is the norm. Keep an eye on your belongings.
Opening hours
About 08:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Kinantan Zoo & Rumah Adat Baanjuang Museum
- Fort de Kock & Limpapeh Bridge
- Jam Gadang
- Nasi Kapau at Los Lambuang
- Bung Hatta Birth House
- Sianok Canyon
- Japanese Tunnels (Lobang Jepang)
- Great Wall of Koto Gadang