Floating markets in the Bangkok metropolitan region

      There are countless tourist attractions in Thailand. One of the most interesting and popular is floating markets, many of which have become famous.

      Let’s make a quick tour of the nine top floating markets in Bangkok and its vicinity.

1. Taling Chan Floating Market, Bangkok
      Taling Chan Floating Market is located in the heart of the city and still maintains the way of life of villagers along the river on both sides of the canal. Villagers still row their boats to sell things, most of which are meat dishes and desserts, vegetables, fruit, utensils, and handicrafts. There are floating houses where shoppers can sit and eat. There is also a tour boat to pay homage to a nearby Buddha image. Taling Chan Floating Market is located in front of the Taling Chan District Office, Bangkok. Opening hours are Saturday and Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

2. Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market, Bangkok
      Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market can be described as a large floating market where there are a great many things for sale in a simple atmosphere, with village life along the canal. There are eight zones for walking, shopping, tasting, and chilling, as well as places selling meat dishes and desserts, traditional Thai desserts, OTOP (ONe Tambon, One Product) merchandise, and other handmade products. Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market is located on Bang Ramat Road, Bang Ramat Subdistrict, Taling District, Bangkok. Opening hours: Saturday-Sunday and public holidays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

3. Kwan-Riam Floating Market, Bangkok
      Kwan-Riam Floating Market is the first floating market with a boat bridge that connects cultures on both sides of the canal so that they can live together, and it simulates the way of life along the river, including offering food to monks by boat and enjoying traditional water events, along with shopping and eating.
      You will find food from all regions, OTOP products and many other activities, and don't forget to pay homage to San Kwan Riam, Saen Saep Canal Love Story, to gain a blessing for prosperity. Kwan Riam Floating Market is located on Ramkhamhaeng Road, Minburi District, Bangkok. Opening hours: Saturday and Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

4. Bueng Phraya Floating Market, Wat Phraya Suren, Bangkok
      Bueng Phraya Floating Market, also known as Wat Phraya Surat Floating Market, is a colorful floating market with restaurants, desserts, and souvenirs, as well as a beautiful garden with a Swiss atmosphere and many photo spots. The specialty of this floating market is a sheep farm where we can enjoy feeding sheep and taking photos. Bueng Phraya Floating Market is located in Khlong Sam Wa District, Bangkok. Opening hours: Saturday-Sunday and public holidays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

5. Thung Bua Daeng Floating Market, Nakhon Pathom Province
      Take a boat to see Thung Bua Daeng at Thung Bua Daeng Floating Market, a contemporary floating market, to closely experience the nature and beauty of red lotuses, which bloom all year round on a large plot of more than 24 rai. You can enjoy more than 80 shops and restaurants. Thung Bua Daeng Floating Market is located in Bang Len District of Nakhon Pathom Province, and it is open every day from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

6. Bang Nam Phueng Floating Market, Samut Prakan Province
      Bang Phueng Floating Market is another interesting market located near Bang Kachao, a green area often referred to as the “lungs” of Bangkok as it is considered the world's top ozone production source. The market offers the products of the community, including vegetables and fruit from the local gardens, rare desserts, food, and handicrafts, including handmade items. One of the highlights here is cycling, and there are many other activities. Bang Nam Phueng Floating Market is located in Bang Ko Bua Subdistrict, Phra Pradaeng District, Samut Prakan Province. Opening hours are Saturday-Sunday and public holidays from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

7. Don Wai Floating Market, Nakhon Pathom Province
      Don Wai Floating Market is one of the most popular floating markets for tourists, with the charm of the old market in the reign of King Rama VI, located next to the Tha Chin River. Most of the products sold are meat dishes and desserts, beverages, appliances, and local products, including souvenirs. The highlight is the food rafts of each restaurant, especially the restaurants that sell duck stew, which is a famous dish in Don Wai. If anyone comes here but does not stop by to taste, it can be said that they haven't really been to Don Wai Floating Market. The market is located in Sam Phran District, Nakhon Pathom Province. Opening hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday-Sunday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

8. Wat Lam Phaya Floating Market, Nakhon Pathom Province
      Wat Lam Phaya Floating Market is a place where tourists will be able to experience the natural atmosphere by the water and the friendly trading atmosphere of the merchants, who have many food choices. More importantly, it takes less than 40 minutes from Bangkok. Wat Lam Phaya Floating Market is located in Lam Phaya Subdistrict, Bang Len District, Nakhon Pathom Province. The opening days and times are Saturday-Sunday and public holidays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

9. Wat Takhian Floating Market, Nonthaburi Province
      Wat Takhian Floating Market is open every day and is not far from Bangkok. Inside the market, there is fresh food, vegetables, and fruit sent directly from farms, as well as traditional Thai desserts and a variety of other food. Before returning, you can stop by to visit Wat Takian to make merit, pay homage to the Buddha image, and ask for blessings and prosperity. Wat Takian Floating Market is located in Bang Kruai District, Nonthaburi Province. It’s open every day from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

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