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Bangkok Floating Market Tours
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Visit Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market in a day, enjoying private/shared AC transfers (multiple pickup points) and the expertise of a local guide.
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Sail through Thailand's century-old floating market realizing this is indeed the vibrant and bustling market all those travel magazine covers flaunted.
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Soak in its old-timey charm while buying fresh seafood, sweets, fruits, veggies, etc. from any of 100 vendors sailing around in their colorful boats.
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Shop at Maeklong Railway Market, and watch how the vendors swiftly retract their goods from the tracks as the train passes by, and bring it all right back.
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Full-day tour ( as per option selected)
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Half-day tour (as per option selected)
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Visit to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
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Visit to Maeklong Railway Market (only included in full day tours)
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Longtail boat ride
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Expert English-speaking guide
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Shared transfers with common pickup
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Private transfers with hotel pickup (as per option selected)
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Air-conditioned vehicle for transfers
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Pick up
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Visit Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
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Visit Maeklong Railway Market (as per option selected)
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Drop-off
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Tip: Learn simple Thai phrases to say 'hello', 'thank you', and 'how much' to enhance your market experience.
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This experience is limited to 10 people at a time.
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This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
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Maeklong Railway Market visit is only included in full-day tours.
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A minimum of 5 guests is required for this tour to operate.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Short on time but craving authentic Thai culture? Explore Damnoen Saduak Floating Market's vibrant boats and diverse goods in just half a day.
Step into the history of this century-old market with an English or Chinese-speaking guide. Pick private or shared transfers for a seamless experience.
On a longtail or paddleboat ride, witness vendors skillfully maneuvering their vessels, selling diverse goods from tropical fruits to handmade crafts.
Feast on local treats, including coconut pancakes, fried bananas, and more from over 100 vendors. Grab souvenirs like handmade crafts and trinkets!
Top up your tour with a visit to Maeklong Railway Market. Witness a fascinating blend of daily life and commerce around an active railway track.
Inclusions
Half-day tour of Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
English or Chinese-speaking guide
Shared/Private AC transfers (based on option selected)
Visit to Maeklong Railway Market (optional)
Longtail boat ride or paddleboat ride (based on option selected)
Bottled water (optional)
Insurance (optional)
Pick up from common point or hotel (as per option selected)
Visit Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Long-tail or paddle boat ride
Visit Maeklong Railway Market (as per option selected)
Drop-off at common point or hotel
Tip: Look for vendors selling vintage postcards as they offer a glimpse into Thailand's rich cultural history and are a memorable keepsake.
This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.
This experience is limited to 10 people at a time.
You can cancel these tickets up to 36 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Explore both Amphawa Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market in a day with an expert guide. Enjoy private/shared transfers from multiple pickup points in a comfy vehicle.
Enjoy a one hour boat ride in the mangroves in the dusk as the sky darkens and is illuminated by hundreds of fireflies!
Thailand's bounty is up for grabs at the railway market. Shop fresh seafood, tropical vegetables, fruits, etc. while your guide lets you in on the best deals.
Watch out for the tourist train that passes right through the market, the umbrellas that pop open, and the way things settle way too soon.
Glide through the tourist-favorite Amphawa floating market on a boat, savoring delicious food and canalside views. Try mouth-watering seafood, fruits, and juices.
Inclusions
Full-day tour
Visit to Maeklong Railway Market
Visit to Amphawa Floating Market
Firefly boat ride
Expert Chinese/English-speaking guide
Shared transfers in AC bus (Pickup at Siam Paragon)
Private transfers in AC sedan car (1-4 pax) (optional upgrade)
Private transfers in AC van (5-9 pax) (optional upgrade)
Pick up and drop from hotel (for private transfers)
Bottled drinking water
Insurance provided by the operator
Pick up from common point or hotel (as per option selected)
Visit Maeklong Railway Market
Visit Amphawa Floating Market
Firefly boat ride
Drop off at common point or hotel
Tip: Come hungry. Don't miss out on local favorites like coconut ice cream and grilled squid at Amphawa.
Hotel transfers are restricted to Khao San Road, Pratunam, Silom, Sathorn, Siam, and Sukhumvit (from Soi 1 to 39 and from Soi 2 to 24).
You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Spend half a day exploring the iconic Thai floating Market Damnoen Saduak, a traditional Thai house and a sugar factory with an expert local guide.
Enjoy convenient shared round-trip transfers from multiple pickup points in an AC vehicle, with a designated meeting point at River City, Bangkok.
Paddle-boat across the narrow lanes of Damnoen Saduak to get to the vibrant floating market, where color meets chaos and wow meets yum.
Sample or devour delicious local delicacies, from seafood and fried stuff to desserts and fresh juices from 100s of vendors eager to serve you.
Check out a traditional Thai house to imbibe the local culture and pulse.
Inclusions
Half-day tour of Damnoen Sadauk Floating Market
Expert English-speaking guide
Shared round-trip transfers
Visit to Traditional Thai House
Paddle boat ride to the floating market
Exclusions
7:30am: Depart from Bangkok (pick-up at River City) and head to Ratchaburi Province, Home of the famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. (1.5 Hours)
9:00am: Visit a traditional Thai house, where you can see how palm sugar is made, the traditional way. (20 Minutes)
9:20am: Continue your trip by boarding a paddle boat for a ride along narrow canals to the floating market. (15 Minutes)
9:35am: Arrive at the market, see the amazing array of vendors in their boats selling fresh products, from fruits and vegetables to prepared dishes. Explore the floating market at your leisure for about an hour and take time to try authentic Thai food, such as Pad Thai, Mango Sticky Rice, Boat Noodles or Coconut Ice Cream sold along the canal. (2 Hours)
Meet your guide to head back to the meeting point in Bangkok, where you will arrive between 1:30pm to 2:00pm.
Tip: Don't miss out on yummy local delicacies like coconut ice cream. Ask your guide to help you pick the best lunch spots.
This tour is valid for non-Thai passport holders only.
The tour is not wheelchair-accessible.
You can cancel these tickets up to 36 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Enjoy the best of Thailand in a single day, Maeklong Railway Market, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, and the city of Ayutthaya, all bundled in 1 tour.
At Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, enjoy vibrant boats selling fresh produce, local delicacies, and unique crafts–with a guide and round transfers.
It's a dance between trains and vendors at Maeklong Railway Market as stalls vanish, then reappear in a wink. From food to clothing, get it all here!
Step back in time in Ayutthaya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with your guide, visiting its ancient temples–a testament to Thailand's rich past.
Gaze at Wat Phanan Choeng's huge seated Buddha image, Wat Mahathat's Buddha head entangled in tree roots, and Wat Phra Sri Sanphet's 3 soaring stupas.
Inclusions
Full-day tour
Visit to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Visit to Maeklong Railway Market
Visit to Ayutthaya
Round-trip AC hotel transfers
English-speaking tour guide
Bottled drinking water
Exclusions
Entrance fee at Wat Wat Mahathat (THB 50 per person)
Entrance fee at Wat Phra Si Sanphet (THB 50 per person)
Tip: If time permits, take a boat ride at the floating market for an up-close experience of the watery labyrinth.
This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
07:00-7:30am: Pick up from (only from Khao San Road and Siam Square) or designated meeting point in Bangkok.
09:00am: Arrive at MaeKlong Railway Market (Hoop Rom Market) and explore the Market.
10:00am: Arrive at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and begin exploring the market via boat.
10:40am: Enjoy shopping for local handicrafts, fruits and snacks, and take photos of the vibrant market.
12:00pm: Depart from the floating market and head to Ayutthaya.
1:30pm: Arrive in Ayutthaya, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
2:30pm: Start an exploration tour of Ayutthaya’s historical sites, including Wat Phanan Choeng Worawihan , Wat Mahathat and Wat Phra Si Sanphet
5:30pm - Depart from Ayutthaya for the return journey to Bangkok.
7:00pm - Arrive back in Bangkok and drop off at your hotel or designated location.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Get a slice of Thai life on this full-day tour that intertwines vibrant Thai markets with majestic elephant meets, along with a guide and transfers.
Steer through Damnoen Saduak Floating Market on a long-tail boat, soaking up the kaleidoscope of colors and flavors and shopping right from your boat.
Watch the unusual sight of the Maeklong Railway Market, where vendors seamlessly transform a bustling market into a clear railway track within beats.
Opt for an extra burst of adventure with an elephant ride at the Elephant Camp, or simply enjoy observing these magnificent creatures up close.
Inclusions
Full-day tour
Visit to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Visit to Maeklong Railway Market
Visit to Damnoen Saduak Elephant camp
Round-trip transfers
English/Chinese-speaking guide
Long-tail boat ride
Elephant ride (optional)
Coconut dessert
Bottled water
Insurance
Pick up from common point
Visit Maeklong Railway Station
Visit Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Long-tail boat ride at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Lunch at Lao Tuk Floating Market
Visit Damnoen Saduak Elephant Camp
Drop off at any one of the common points (ICONSIAM, Asiatique, or Central World)
Tip: Don't forget to try the famous boat noodles at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market – it's a must-have culinary delight!
Please select your language preference (English/Chinese) for the tour guide on the checkout page.
Luggage is not allowed on the tour as there is no storage space available in the minivan.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Inclusions
Full-day tour of Bangkok Floating Markets
Shared AC transfers with common pick-up (optional)
Private AC transfers with hotel pick-up (optional)
Visit to Maeklong Railway Market
Visit to any 1
Amphawa Floating Market
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Expert Chinese/English-speaking guide
Firefly boat ride or 30-45 min electric boat ride (as per option selected)
Bottled drinking water
Insurance provided by operator
Free tourist cards and cash coupons for ICONSIAM mall (optional)
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
One of the most picturesque experiences in Bangkok, these famous floating markets are an economic hub of the city, teeming with cultural elements of its people. From sea food delicacies to desserts, and a marketplace for both fresh produce and souvenirs, a floating market tour is the perfect way to savor a slice of Thai culture.
A floating market is a marketplace where goods are sold from boats, often found in areas with extensive river and canal networks. These markets in Bangkok are an integral part of the local culture and lifestyle, reflecting the city's history as a water-bound metropolis.
The largest in the city is the Damnoen Saduak floating market, famous with tourists for providing a stunning backdrop with its colorful fruits, vegetables, and souvenirs. Another famous floating market is the Amphawa Floating Market, frequented by locals, is especially popular in the evenings for grilled seafood and the sight of fireflies along the waterways!
Recommended duration: 2-3 hours
Ideal for: For first-timers and getting picturesque photos
Recommended duration: 2-3 hours
Ideal for: Culture vultures with a penchant for trying out local delicacies
Returns and transfers: Many tour companies offer this! You’ll be picked up and dropped off from a boarding point of your choice, right at your stay's doorstep! Check your ticket for details though because a half-day tour offers a one-way transfer.
Getting to Damnoen Saduak: From Bangkok’s Southern Bus Terminal, take (or a car) a bus to the market! This can take up to 1.5 to 2 hours. The bus will drop you off at the Damnoen Saduak Bus station, which is about 1.4 km away from the center, but it’ll still be next to a canal.
Getting to Amphawa: The journey can take 1.5 to 2 hours depending on traffic, if you’ve hired a minivan, a cab or rental. The most convenient route on public transport would be to catch a train from Thon Buri station to Bo Takhro Railway Station and take a taxi from there (3 hours in all!)
Distance from Bangkok: 14 km
A local haven in Thonburi, Bangkok, offering traditional Thai foods in a serene, non-touristy setting, perfect for an authentic market day.
Distance from Bangkok: 9 km
Located in western Bangkok, this market specializes in fresh seafood and provides a quaint experience with floating restaurant dining and canal tours.
Distance from Bangkok: 23 km
Nestled in the green 'lung' of Bangkok, Bang Kachao, it's an eco-friendly retreat with organic produce and local crafts, ideal for a peaceful day out.
