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Floating Markets in Bangkok

The second most popular Bangkok floating market price ups all the sweet tooth with a varied range of desserts to nibble over them all day at reasonable rates. The local food carts offer an array of unusual eatables to munch including the weird-looking helmet crab egg salad and very funny looking ice-cream sandwiches.

Adding to the nightlife, watching the fireflies over the boat ride isn’t a sight one should miss! And not to skip the fascinating experience of eating over the small wooden tables which are not available everywhere. Other than the food, the local handicrafts,  herbal soaps, and souvenirs will take away your heart to get something back for your beloveds. The exclusively sold ‘I love Amphawa’ t-shirt from the local textile will remind you of the magnificent moments you spent here!

Highlight: Funny looking food and beautiful local handicrafts.

Location: Amphawa, Amphawa District, Samut Songkhram

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The century-old Bangkok floating market tour will land you up in less crowd and more authentic Thailand food with no compromise over the taste. This once abandoned market is less populated and brings in the peaceful vibes to the ones luring for escapism.

The synthesis of beauty and tempting food cannot be more heart elevating bringing along the edge to eat in the vintage atmosphere. Unlike the others, it is untainted by tourists making the small boat rides along the canal even a better experience to cater. 

Highlight: The retained authentic and ancient flavors of Thailand with less crowd and more peace.

Location: Amphoe Bangkonthee, Bang Khonthi, Thailand

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Also known as the ancient city, this floating market in Bangkok is home to cultural diversity in the vicinity. An open-air museum that depicts replicas of the five regions of Thailand is the major attraction of this place. Each of the replicas defines the original buildings commendably.

As this market opens it at 9 am you do not have to sacrifice the morning sleep to rush the market. It is more of a commingled traditional old floating market with a diversified cultural feast.

Highlight: The diversified culture and the replicas of old buildings.

Location: Bang Pu Mai, Mueang Samut Prakan District, Samut Prakan 

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Get acquainted with the impeccable canal-side lifestyle and venture in the Chom Thong district to see the original Thai life with a wide variety of food, fruits, and plants at reasonable prices. The much-celebrated waterway to this floating market in Bangkok is a sight to admire and is a much-acclaimed tourist ecstasy.

If your paleophile you cannot afford to keep it off you’re list as it is the home to old Ho Klong, a drum tower of Ayutthuyan architecture,  a royal Chinese-style dwelling of King Rama III, and the jewel-laden Buddha image. Get drenched into the Chinese culture and cherish the mural paintings portraying ‘The Romance of the Three Kingdoms’, the Chinese tale of Sam Kok. 

Highlight: Tourist attractions plating insights into Chinese culture.

Location: Ekachai Rd, Bang Khun Thian, Chom Thong

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 A foodie’s abode, this Bangkok floating market tour is indeed a blissful place for anyone who lingers around food. These seven days open floating market does not make you lure for the weekdays fancy your heart with the delicacies they have in store.

The old Thai-style houses preserved since the reign of King Rama VI will definitely leave you awe-struck, adding an unusual treat to your trip. Though this market is off the popular list if you are one of those up for the off-beat destinations, this is your go-to place.

Highlight: A paradise for food lovers and the old Thai style houses are the major reasons to visit.

Location: Tha Talat, Amphoe Sam Phran, Chang Wat Nakhon Pathom

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