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The 15 Best Floating Market Tours from Bangkok

31 tours  ·  from $16

Damnoen Saduak is over by lunchtime, Amphawa only runs at the weekend, and both are an hour or more out of town. These 15 compare pickup times, longtail rides and the railway-market add-on, priced and honest about how early you leave.

Bangkok: Train Market & Floating Market with Boat Ride - Damnoen Saduak by traditional boat
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Bangkok: Train Market & Floating Market with Boat Ride

1.Train Market & Floating Market with Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 9,547 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $25Our pick

Travel from Bangkok to Maeklong Railway Market and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market with an English or Spanish guide such as Sam, Jenny, Tammy, or Jeed. Ride a traditional long-tail boat, watch the train pass beside market stalls, sample Thai treats, and return after 7 to 8 hours.

“Jeed was brilliant and made sure we had the best day. The market and train are a must see, with my wife and I enjoying shopping (take plenty of cash) and some amazing food. Well recommend.”

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From Bangkok: Ayutthaya & Ayothaya Floating Market Day Trip - Wat Yai Chaimongkhon and its giant reclining Buddha
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From Bangkok: Ayutthaya & Ayothaya Floating Market Day Trip

2.Ayutthaya & Ayothaya Floating Market Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 6,084 reviews · 8 hours · from $48

Travel from Asok to Ayutthaya in a comfortable air-conditioned van, with guides such as Jenny, Max, Alex, and Boy bringing the old capital’s temples to life. Visit Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, Ayothaya Floating Market, Wat Mahathat, and Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, with free time at each stop.

“It was wonderful! the guide was very nice, knowledgeable person and sweet as thai people can be. we are really happy :)”

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Half-Day Railway Market and Floating Market Tour in Thailand - Maeklong Railway Market: the train that shares the market
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Half-Day Railway Market and Floating Market Tour in Thailand

3.Half-Day Railway Market and Floating Market Tour in Thailand

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,924 reviews · from $32

Travel from Bangkok by air-conditioned vehicle and local train to Maeklong Railway Market, then reach Damnoen Saduak by boat through canals and fruit plantations. English, German, and Japanese guide options are available, with groups capped at 15 and return to MBK Center.

“Patty our Viator guide was brilliant. Gave us the best possible experience. She had pre- prepared laminated cards, showing the plan for our day. Very knowledgeable about everywhere we went.Able to show the driver short cuts so that Read more”

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From Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak Floating Market Guided Tour - The Morning Ride From Bangkok
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From Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak Floating Market Guided Tour

4.Damnoen Saduak Floating Market Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,020 reviews · 6 hours · from $122

Leave Bangkok for Ratchaburi with an English- or Thai-speaking guide, stop at a coconut plantation to see palm sugar production, then paddle through narrow canals to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. You get about an hour to eat and shop, with guides such as Kay, Tum Tum, Thew, and Peng often praised for their care and humor.

“I had a lot of fun on this tour and Tun Tun was a wonderful guide.”

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Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market Tour - Damnoen Saduak begins on the canals
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Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market Tour

5.Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,588 reviews · from $44

Travel from Bangkok to Damnoen Saduak by traditional long-tail boat, watch the Maeklong train pass through market stalls, and visit Wat Bang Kung. English-speaking guides such as Paul, Nikki, Joyce, and Coco have led the tour, which runs about 7 to 8 hours in an air-conditioned vehicle.

“Unique experience, definitely worth the time to see these cool markets. Had one of my favorite meals at the floating market. Stop at a temple in between the markets. The train market was such a cool place. Tons of local food and drink stalls in addition to the trinkets. Would recommend for anyone's first time in Bangkok.”

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Day Trip to Bangkok Floating Market & Maeklong Railway - Damnoen Saduak by long-tail boat
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Day Trip to Bangkok Floating Market & Maeklong Railway

6.Day Trip to Bangkok Floating Market & Maeklong Railway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,528 reviews · from $30Top rated

Join a Chinese or English-speaking guide from central Bangkok for a 7-hour trip to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market. Ride a long-tail boat, watch a train pass through market stalls, and stop at Buffalo Café. Guides may include Bamboo, Ying, Kat, or Tony.

“Not recommended for solo travelers. Best for couples, families or groups. I need to enter more letters.”

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Bangkok: Railway and Floating Market Tour with Dragon Temple - Maeklong Railway Market and the train that cuts through it
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Bangkok: Railway and Floating Market Tour with Dragon Temple

7.Railway and Floating Market Tour with Dragon Temple

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,225 reviews · 7h 30m · from $16Best value

Travel in a small group from Bangkok to Maeklong Railway Market, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, and Wat Sam Phran. An English-speaking guide such as Nice or Oil leads the day, with air-conditioned transport and a floating-market boat ride included.

“We love all the experience! It was simple and organized. They could just give a little more time for example in the floating market and in the temple but otherwise 5 stars”

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Bangkok: Floating Market and Train Market Experience - Riding the local train from Ban Laem
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Bangkok: Floating Market and Train Market Experience

8.Floating Market and Train Market Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,074 reviews · from $25

Leave Bangkok by air-conditioned vehicle, ride a non-air-conditioned local train through the countryside, and watch vendors fold back their stalls as you enter Maeklong Railway Market. Then cruise canals to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Guides such as Kwan, Tukta, Maria, and NJ keep the day moving.

“NJ was amazing, she was the very helpful. We had the early time, which was whilst early, very good to avoid a lot of the heat. Both the markets and the train ride were very good.”

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Private Excursion to Maeklong Railway and Floating Markets - Walking, tasting, and shopping at the floating market
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Private Excursion to Maeklong Railway and Floating Markets

9.Private Excursion to Maeklong Railway and Floating Markets

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 850 reviews · from $130

You’ll ride from Bangkok with a private guide such as Time, Bakery, Johnny, or Peter, watch vendors clear the Maeklong tracks for a passing train, then cruise Damnoen Saduak’s canals by long-tail boat. Hotel pickup, snacks, and private transport are included.

“This tour was easily one of the highlights of our trip to Bangkok. Not only was the subject matter exciting and new, but Aey was an exemplary tour guide. Her personality is PERFECT for the job! She is smart and attentive, as well as a wonderRead more”

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From Bangkok: Railway & Damnoen Saduak Floating Market Tour - The early van ride to Mae Klong
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From Bangkok: Railway & Damnoen Saduak Floating Market Tour

10.Railway & Damnoen Saduak Floating Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 775 reviews · 7 hours · from $43

Travel from Bangkok in an air-conditioned van with an English-speaking guide such as Alex, Mai, or Mod. See Mae Klong’s train pass through the market, cruise to Damnoen Saduak, visit Lao Tuk Luck, and stop at a family palm sugar home. Expect an early start, hot markets, and about seven hours on the road.

“Alex our tour guide and our driver (can't remember his name but he always smiled and helped us on and off the bus) were great. We visited all the scheduled stops and the people were polite and helpful. I recommend this tour because it shows authentic Thai life at the train market, the floating market and at home by the river, where we met a local family who makes products from coconuts. Excellent tour! Jill, London/Trini (Female solo traveller)”

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Bangkok: Maeklong Railway & Amphawa Floating Market Day Trip - The train at Maeklong Railway Market
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Bangkok: Maeklong Railway & Amphawa Floating Market Day Trip

11.Maeklong Railway & Amphawa Floating Market Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 675 reviews · 510 - 690 minutes · from $49

Leave Bangkok for Maeklong Railway Market, Wat Bang Kung, and Amphawa Floating Market, then cruise the Maeklong River at dusk to spot fireflies. Small groups of up to nine travel by air-conditioned vehicle with a guide such as Aoi, Jack, Cherry, or Kit, depending on the date.

“It was an experience especially the railway market. Just a little bit disappointment at the amphawa floating market as there was no boat vendors at all. The tour itself was good. Our tour guide Cherry was very helpful and looked after us, she’s very funny😁”

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Floating Markets Day Trip from Bangkok - Reaching Damnoen Saduak by long-tail boat
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Floating Markets Day Trip from Bangkok

12.Floating Markets Day Trip from Bangkok

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 672 reviews · from $97

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Bangkok to a coconut sugar farm and Damnoen Saduak. Guide Noi or Ken may lead the day, with a 20 to 30 minute long-tail boat ride, about two hours at the market, and an optional paid paddle boat.

“This was one activity that we were looking forward too and it did NOT disappoint. From the moment we stepped out of our building , we were greeted by one of the most friendliest staff with a big smile on his face , Noi (sorry about the spelling if its wrong). The trip over to thRead more”

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Private Excursion to Floating Market and Ayutthaya World Heritage - Damnoensaduak by longtail boat
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Private Excursion to Floating Market and Ayutthaya World Heritage

13.Private Excursion to Floating Market and Ayutthaya World Heritage

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 515 reviews · from $184

Start early with a private guide and air-conditioned car, then watch vendors at Maeklong Railway Market, cruise Damnoensaduak by longtail boat, and explore Ayutthaya’s temples. Guides such as Army, Gwen, Nok, Time, and Oan tailor the day, offer local snacks, and often help with photos.

“Nok was such a wonderful guide! We had such an incredible time visiting all the sites with her expertise.”

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Damnoen Saduak Floating Market & Ayutthaya Tour from Bangkok - Mae Klong Railway Market and the train that cuts through it
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Damnoen Saduak Floating Market & Ayutthaya Tour from Bangkok

14.Damnoen Saduak Floating Market & Ayutthaya Tour from Bangkok

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 491 reviews · from $70

Join an English-speaking guide such as Joyce, Wan, or Tum Tum for a 10 to 11-hour small-group day from Bangkok. See trains pass through Mae Klong Market, cruise Damnoen Saduak’s canals, and visit three Ayutthaya temples. Bring snacks, sun protection, and comfortable shoes.

“A long day, but very informational and enlightening. Got to see the Maeklong Railway Market, Damnoen Saduak floating market, and three temples in Ayutthaya. Shopped at the markets, got to taste fruits, and had a very good lunch. Joyce, oRead more”

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Bangkok: Maeklong Railway Market & Floating Market Tour - What you can see and taste at Maeklong
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Bangkok: Maeklong Railway Market & Floating Market Tour

15.Maeklong Railway Market & Floating Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 486 reviews · 7 hours · from $32

Leave Bangkok by air-conditioned van for Maeklong Railway Market and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. You’ll see vendors fold stalls away for a passing train, ride a paddle boat through canals, sample local snacks, and get practical tips from English-speaking guides such as Eddie, Tammy, Tom, or Puy.

“Excellent organisation. We had a train ride through the market and we were able to see the train going through the market as well. Best trip ever! Highly recommended.”

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