Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market in Bangkok (video)
If you want to visit a Floating Market that is not overrun by foreign tourists, you should take a look at the Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market. This market is located near the more famous Taling Chan Floating Market.
Thailand's Ministry of Culture has unveiled a new initiative: the promotion of 10 traditional markets and six unique floating markets. Deeply rooted in Thailand's cultural heritage, these places are spotlighted to highlight the country's rich past and traditions. The target? Boosting cultural tourism and strengthening Thailand's appeal as a global destination.
Major fire destroys floating market in Pattaya
A fierce fire has largely destroyed Pattaya's floating market. According to the Chonburi Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office, the fire started at 19.50:XNUMX PM local time.
5 nicest floating markets in Thailand
If you go to Thailand, a visit to one of the many floating markets should not be missed. It is a unique experience where you can taste delicious food and buy handmade souvenirs while cruising the canals. Here you will find a list of the best floating markets in Thailand for tourists to visit.
Taling Chan Floating Market was originally started in 1987 in honor of King Bhumibol's 60th birthday. Now this market is slowly becoming more and more popular and an excellent alternative, at least on weekends, to the famous Damnoen Saduak.
Damnoen Saduak – floating market near Bangkok (video)
Damnoen Saduak floating market west of Bangkok is one of the most popular excursions in Thailand.
The Klong Suan market (video)
The Klong Suan market is over 100 years old. It is still an authentic market even though more and more tourists are discovering this market.
Reader question: Why pay for a Floating market in Hua Hin?
I was very surprised when I went to visit the Floating Market on Soi 112 in Hua Hin yesterday morning (the only floating market because the other one is bankrupt). I was asked at the entrance to pay and that was not wrong: 200 Baht! This started from new year.
We would have liked to visit the Tha Kha floating market because it would be more authentic than Damnoen Saduak. However, I read that it only takes place for a limited number of days per month, depending on the (lunar?) calendar. Who knows how that is?
We will be visiting Bangkok soon. We also want to visit an authentic floating market there. Preferably one that attracts as few tourists as possible.
The floating market in Hua Hin is not finished yet
“The Sam Phan Nam Hua Hin floating market, six kilometers from Hua Hin, will have 31 different zones and the atmosphere of a Thai shopping street from the last century mixed with a street in the west. The opening is tentatively scheduled for May 5.” This is reported by the Thai Tourist Board in the Netherlands. You should come and have a look, because the opening is almost certainly postponed. Incidentally, this floating tourist trap is in the middle…
Floating Market Pattaya
Not only Bangkok has a floating market, but so does Pattaya. With an area of 100.000 m² you can easily spend a day there. The Floating Market Pattaya is divided into four regions representing the four areas of Thailand (North, Northeast, Central and South). In addition to the usual boats on the water, the market consists of many stalls, souvenir shops and a few art galleries. There is also a cultural show every afternoon. The floating market has more than…