Skip to content
phuketparadiseBook a Great Trip Here

Maeklong Railway & Damnoen Saduak Floating Markets

10 reviews Bangkok
Ages 5-70, max of 15 per group Durations: 6 hours Mobile voucher

Explore Thailand’s unique Maeklong Railway Market and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Witness the train passing through the market and enjoy vibrant boat rides filled with delicious Thai food!

Overview

Discover the charm of Thailand’s unique markets on this guided tour, starting with the Maeklong Railway Market. Situated on active train tracks, vendors swiftly move their goods when a train approaches, only to return to business once it passes, offering an unforgettable spectacle. Next, visit the vibrant Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, where colorful sampans (boats) filled with fresh produce and local goods drift along the canals. Explore the market at your leisure, tasting Thai street food like Mango Sticky Rice, Pad Thai, and Coconut Ice Cream. This immersive day trip from Bangkok offers a perfect blend of culture, excitement, and authentic flavors. Book your adventure today and immerse yourself in the heart of Thailand!

from

฿1,410.31

Adult (11 - 70)

฿1,410.31

2

Child (5 - 10)

฿1,410.31

0
Total (2 pax)฿2,820.62

Package options

Floating Market Trip

Departure 09:00am

Adult (11 - 70): ฿1,410.31Child (5 - 10): ฿1,410.31

What’s Included

  • The train ride, longtail boat fee to the floating market.
  • English tour guide.
  • Bottled water and cold towel.
  • Professional licensed guide.
  • Insurance.
  • Lunch.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off services.
  • Extra transfer charge 300 THB/Pax from Silom, Sukhumvit, and Pratunam.

Meeting Point

River City BANGKOK

River City Bangkok, 23 Soi Charoen Krung 24, Talat Noi, Samphanthawong, Bangkok 10100, Thailand

Open in Google Maps
  • Transfer service is available from Silom, Sukhumvit, and Pratunam for an additional 300 baht per person (round trip), to be paid directly to the driver.
  • Guests are respectfully requested to meet their tour guide at the meeting point by 08:50 AM.

Itinerary

2 stops

  1. Start

    Meeting point

  2. 1

    Maeklong Railway Market (1 hour 30 minutes)

    Marvel on the market on active train tracks, vendors swiftly move their goods when a train approaches, only to return to business once it passes, creating the famous "Umbrella Pulldown Market" offering an unforgettable spectacle.

  3. 2

    Damnoen Saduak Floating Market (2 hours)

    Visit the vibrant Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and wander along the canals as female traders in traditional attire paddle boat filled with fresh produce and local delicious food.

  4. Finish

    You'll return to the starting point

What To Expect

Embark on a unique adventure through two of Thailand’s most iconic markets – the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and the Maeklong Railway Market. Your day begins with a comfortable ride from Bangkok to the Maeklong Railway Market, a thrilling experience where vendors set up shop right on the train tracks! As a train approaches, the vendors quickly pull back their awnings and goods, making way for the train to pass—then, just as quickly, the market returns to business as usual. This incredible spectacle, known as the “umbrella pulldown market,” is a must-see for anyone visiting Thailand.

Next, you’ll explore the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, where you can step into a colorful world of traditional Thai life. Female traders, dressed in blue Mo Hom shirts and wide-brimmed straw hats, paddle their sampans (boats) filled with fresh produce, exotic fruits, and local delicacies. The market is a photographer’s paradise, and you’ll have plenty of time to capture the vibrant sights and sounds. Savor delicious Thai street food like Mango Sticky Rice, Pad Thai, or Coconut Ice Cream, all while floating along the canals.

Perfect way to experience Thailand’s unique culture and vibrant markets in one unforgettable day. Return to Bangkok in the afternoon, full of memories and new experiences.

Additional Information

  • Guests are kindly requested to wear casual clothing that is comfortable for walking and suitable for the weather.
  • A minimum of 10 participants is required to operate this tour.
  • On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Notification Confirmation

  • You will receive a confirmation email and voucher after your booking is confirmed by our team.
  • If you do not receive an email from us, please check your Spam folder or contact us via WhatsApp +66983435600 or LINE @phuketparadise.
  • You can present either a printed or a mobile voucher for this activity.
  • Scheduling can change due to weather conditions. You will be notified in advance.

Similar Things To Do

from

฿1,410.31

Check availability