Floating Market and Train Tour with Guide in English

Name: Floating Market and Train Tour with Guide in English
Start: 2026-04-21T08:30:00.000+03:00
End: 2026-04-21T15:30:00.000+03:00
Location: Bangkok

Visit two of Thailand’s most well-known markets on a guided day tour from Bangkok. See the famous Maeklong Railway Market as a train passes through the stalls, then explore daily life along the canals of the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market by traditional boat.

Maeklong Railway Market train passing through the stalls

Long-tail boat ride at Damnoen Saduak

Traditional floating market trading

Local Thai street food tasting

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One of the most popular excursions from Bangkok, this guided day tour introduces you to two of the country’s most distinctive markets. Travel outside the city to experience the Maeklong Railway Market, followed by a boat journey through the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. The tour combines local culture, everyday trade, and a relaxed pace, with time to sample traditional Thai snacks from street stalls before returning to Bangkok.

Bangkok — Mae Klong
Depart Bangkok by road for an approximately scenic 1.5-hour drive to the small town of Mae Klong. On arrival, visit the Maeklong Railway Market (Hoop Rom Market), where vendors set up their stalls directly along the train tracks. Watching the market briefly fold away as the train passes, then return to normal within minutes, offers a remarkable insight into local routines.
Duration: approx. 2 hours | Admission: Free

Maeklong Railway Market
Spend time walking through the market, observing the sale of fresh produce and local goods, and taking in the lively atmosphere created by visitors and vendors alike.
Duration: approx. 1 hour | Admission: Free

Mae Klong — Ratchaburi Province
Continue by road to Ratchaburi province to reach the Damnoen Saduak area.
Travel time: approx. 30 minutes | Admission: Free

Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Board a traditional long-tail boat and cruise along the canals, known locally as klongs. From the water, observe how locals trade goods directly from boat to boat, including fruits, vegetables, spices, and handmade items. After the boat ride, enjoy free time to walk through the market, taste local products, and explore the narrow lanes at your own pace before heading back to Bangkok.
Duration: approx. 1 hour | Admission: Free

Return to Bangkok
Relax on the return journey to the city, where the tour concludes at the original meeting point.
Duration: approx. 2 hours

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What is included in activity

Air-conditioned vehicle

Official guide

Ride in a typical "Paddleboat" boat through the canals of the Floating Market

Cultural explanation in each of the places visited

Mandatory travel insurance

What is not included

Lunch

Hotel pick-up

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• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Near public transportation
• Infants must sit on laps
• Most travelers can participate
• Please note that there is a lot of traffic in Bangkok; for meeting point options, leave with enough time to arrive in time for departure.
It is very important to arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure time.
• To avoid inconvenience to other passengers, the tour will not wait for late arrivals and will begin with participants present.
• Once the tour has departed, it will not be possible to join during the journey.
• Those who miss the tour due to late arrival will not be entitled to refunds or rescheduling, according to the established start time policy.
• We do not recommend booking if you have a flight on the day of the tour.
• The rowing boat is not suitable for people weighing more than 100 kg or measuring more than 185 cm. Please note that if an additional boat is required due to the size of a passenger prevents you from sharing a bench, an additional fee of 250 baht will be charged.
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 44 travelers

Departure: SWENSEN’S Bang Lamphu, 2 Thanon Tanao, Khwaeng Talat Yot, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon

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7 hrs

Group size up to 44 persons

Children allowed

English

Mobile ticket

Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

River cruise ship

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Please note that transport and route in different days subject to change.

Tour program

Please note that the program and conditions are subject to change.

Bangkok

We will leave the city of Bangkok and travel by road for approximately 1.5 hours. until you reach the little town Mae Klong to see the train market.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Mae Klong Railway Market (Hoop Rom Market)

This peculiar and traditional market, unique in the world, is a true spectacle. Contemplating how the stalls selling local products are set up and dismantled at each train pass, accompanied by the hustle and bustle of its visitors, the aromas, and the great color of the place, will turn the visit into an unforgettable experience. Read less

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Mae Klong Railway Market (Hoop Rom Market)

Next, we continue our journey to the Thai province of Ratchaburi to visit the Damnoen Saduak floating market.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

Here we will take a typical long stern boat to go to the market along the canals (klongs in Thai). We will witness how the locals buy and sell from boat to boat anything you can imagine, spices, fruits and vegetables, crafts, souvenirs... You will have free time to walk through the narrow streets, taste the typical products, browse the surroundings and enjoy at your leisure from this fantastic place before returning to vibrant Bangkok. Read less

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Bangkok

Return to vibrant Bangkok. The tour ends at the starting point.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Meeting point

Meeting Swensen's Khao San: Meeting Point Swensen's Khao San Starting point: SWENSEN’S Bang Lamphu, 2 Thanon Tanao, Khwaeng Talat Yot, Khet Phra Nakhon, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10200, Thailand

Places you will see

• Mae Klong Railway Market
• Damnoen Saduak Floating Market

Reviews by travellers

4.8 out of 5

826 reviews

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Nancy W.

"Wow! Such a great tour. One of the best we’ve done! “Uncle A” made the long ride go by super fast with his information and jokes. He also took great care to make sure we knew how to reach him and/or meet at each location. The floating market is a very unique experience and we found so much good stuff there! Great for shopping. The railway market is also very unique and fun! Unfortunately, you can’t spend much time at each place due to the long commute and traffic. Despite the time constraints, I felt they allotted the right amount of time at each. I highly recommend this tour. I feel like it is a must do in Bangkok! "

7 days ago

Daniel B.

Amazing tour! Really recommend, great value and unique experience - our guide Jeed was amazing and gave a whole history of Thailand and culture and was so interesting!

18 days ago

Lauren L.

Try to get Sam for your guide. He was great. He knew the history and was very knowledgeable about many subjects.

18 days ago

Charles M.

Very accommodating host and informative! Jennie made sure we make the best of our trip and enjoy our day at the tour

19 days ago

Jesus C.

"The Floating Market was too faraway from Bangkok, the Canoe shopping experience was too short considering the time travel in the bus ! the prices are higher compared to other shopping centres in Thailand. The Railway Market is a must visit place in Bangkok even it is very crowded still an exceptional destination, specially when it was announced that train is approaching and shoppers must move their belongings away , tourists should mind the gab and turn back behind the red line. Sam the Guide, made our day with his sense of humour, his knowledge and ability to tell the history in a funny way, his passion and his generosity. "

19 days ago

Terry C.

Our tour guide Jenny was wonderful, very knowledgeable and helpful. Also our driver was excellent, smooth ride.

20 days ago

Dennis H.

The tour was a good experience. It was quite short, but we didn’t need more time to explore the market. Tammy was funny and taught us about Thai language and culture. The driver was excellent behind the wheel, and the bus was clean.

22 days ago

Ethel J.

Unique way to get to know a lot deeper the Thailand people ways of living. Seeing old people still energetic and working hard without loosing the smiles was encouraging and beautiful!

about 2 months ago

Jason B.

Visiting the floating market is such an amazing experience. A must do to see the culture and real life of Thailand. Highly recommend. Our tour guide was exceptional. She is funny, humble and very pacionate of her country. Had an amazing time.

about 2 months ago

Marc G.

The floating market was very crowded, noisy, and smelled of exhaust fumes... the railway street was OK

about 2 months ago

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