Narantuul Market
Нарантуул зах
Ulaanbaatar's largest all-purpose market, nicknamed the 'Black Market', where you can shop for Mongolian boots, felt goods, morin khuurs and ger parts.
Narantuul Market sits in the eastern part of the city. It is a vast open-air and semi-enclosed market where locals buy everyday goods. Visitors are most drawn to the traditional clothing section, which offers deels (Mongolian robes), felt boots, leather boots, wool felt products, horse tack, snuff bottles, and even complete gers. Prices are lower than in shops, and bargaining is expected. The market is notorious for pickpockets, so keep valuables close and carry your backpack on your front. It is usually closed on Tuesdays, and early morning is the best time to visit. A taxi takes about 15 minutes.
Opening hours
Approx. 09:00–19:00; usually closed Tuesdays
Nearby sights
- International Intellectual Museum
- Tumen Ekh Folk Song and Dance Ensemble
- State Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet
- Choijin Lama Temple Museum
- Sükhbaatar Square
- National Sports Stadium (Naadam)
- National Museum of Mongolia
- Chinggis Khaan National Museum