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The 15 Best Market Tours in Bangkok

55 tours  ·  from $16

Floating, railway, flower and weekend: the markets here run to their own hours and most of them start early. These 15 tours are compared on pickup time, travel distance and how much of the visit is actually spent at the stalls.

Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak Market and Maeklong Railway Market - Maeklong Railway Market and the Umbrella Pulldown
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Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak Market and Maeklong Railway Market

1.Damnoen Saduak Market and Maeklong Railway Market

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 26,723 reviews · 7 hours · from $25Our pick

Travel from Bangkok to Maeklong Railway Market, where vendors clear the tracks for passing trains, then reach Damnoen Saduak by paddleboat. Guides such as Patty, Pooh, Tanya, and Phu help with timing, food, and local details. Choose shared or private transport, with early starts best for cooler weather and smaller crowds.

“I love everything about the tour, tour guide & drivers were on time and informative. Billie was the tour guide from big country tours and she was amazing, I highly recommended them and will book again with them when I return to Thailand.”

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The Old Siam: Damnoen Saduak and Maeklong Railway Market - Maeklong Railway Market and the train that cuts through it
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The Old Siam: Damnoen Saduak and Maeklong Railway Market

2.The Old Siam: Damnoen Saduak and Maeklong Railway Market

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10,992 reviews · 7 hours · from $32

Travel from Bangkok to Maeklong Railway Market and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market with a guide such as Tim, Pui, or Kwan. Ride a short local train, watch vendors clear the tracks, then reach the canal market by paddleboat. Expect food stops, free time, and a full seven-hour day.

“Brilliant day out seeing a different side to Thailand. Railway market and floating market must be seen . Vibrant and exciting”

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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

3.Train Market & Floating Market with Boat Ride

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

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

4.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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Bangkok: City Highlights Temple and Market Walking Tour - Meeting at River City Bangkok and heading into old Bangkok
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Bangkok: City Highlights Temple and Market Walking Tour

5.City Highlights Temple and Market Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,990 reviews · from $42

This 2 to 4-hour walking tour links Bangkok’s Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha Temple, Wat Pho and Wat Arun with local transport and market stops. You’ll meet at River City Bangkok, travel with a guide such as Mina, Kiwi, Johnny or Pete, and finish near Tha Tien Market. Temple admission and drinking water are included.

“The guide was very nice and generous, accompanied us all the way till the Khon show just to make sure we arrive. Totally recommended”

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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

6.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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Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak, Train Market & Mahanakhon Day Trip - The 1.5-hour journey to Ban Ka Long
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Bangkok: Damnoen Saduak, Train Market & Mahanakhon Day Trip

7.Damnoen Saduak, Train Market & Mahanakhon Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,162 reviews · 7 - 8 hours · from $23

Meet your English-speaking guide near BTS Asoke at 9 a.m. for a 7 to 8-hour trip to Maeklong Railway Market and Damnoen Saduak. Guides such as Kitty, Dom, and Mr Boy are known for clear explanations and helpful photos. Finish at Mahanakhon Skywalk, with entry available as an option.

“exceptionally good value for money and great experience, Jenny was such a friendly and kind guide! We chose to go up the tower at the end but just paid for ourselves when we got there instead :)”

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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

8.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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Bangkok: Hands-on Thai Cooking Class and Market Tour - Meeting at Asoke and finding the school
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Bangkok: Hands-on Thai Cooking Class and Market Tour

9.Hands-on Thai Cooking Class and Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,614 reviews · 3h 30m · from $45

Meet near BTS Asoke for the 8:30 AM market walk, or at House of Taste in Sukhumvit 4 for afternoon and evening sessions. With instructors such as Jay, Pitch, April, or Jane, you will make four Thai dishes, eat as you go, and receive recipes to take home.

“Jay and Pitch were very friendly and great instructors. We learned a lot about Thai cooking and culture. And the food was delicious! Would highly recommend the class to anyone that loves food and cooking!”

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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

10.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

11.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

12.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: Maliwan Thai Cooking Class with Market Tour - What happens inside the Maliwan kitchen
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Bangkok: Maliwan Thai Cooking Class with Market Tour

13.Maliwan Thai Cooking Class with Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,133 reviews · from $40

Spend four hours with an English-speaking Thai cooking instructor, visiting a local market by tuk tuk and preparing four dishes from fresh ingredients. Small groups, recipe handouts, generous portions, and flexible menu adjustments make this a practical class for beginners and food lovers.

“Our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. We got to go on a tuktuk to the market for the morning session to get fresh ingredients. The cooking class was very organised with 2 other people helping us with our cooking and cleaning/prepping for each dish. It was a good small class size of 5 too. And last of all, the food was delicious and very generous.”

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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

14.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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Floating & Railway Market and Coconut Farm Tour [Optional Luxury] - Coconut sugar from flower to loaf
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Floating & Railway Market and Coconut Farm Tour [Optional Luxury]

15.Floating & Railway Market and Coconut Farm Tour [Optional Luxury]

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 835 reviews · from $88

Spend seven hours outside Bangkok with guides such as Lin, Nina, Jim, or Nok, visiting Damnoen Saduak by motorboat, watching Mae Klong’s train squeeze through the market, and stopping at coconut sugar and salt farms. Choose a group, private, or luxury van option.

“Our guide was super sweet and kind. The tour itself was a unique experience through interesting markets. The train passing through the market and watching all the people and stores scrambling to get out of the way is a memorable moment.”

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