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A person in a boat carrying a basket of fruits. 1
A market with fresh vegetables and a train in the background. 2
A railway track surrounded by greenery and buildings. 3
A market stall with baskets of colorful vegetables and fruits. 4
Multiple trays of crabs with price tags. 5
By Bigcountry Experience Co.,Ltd.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $29 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Experience the quieter way of life in Thailand away from the big cities
    • Arrive at the famous Damnoen Saduak floating market by paddleboat
    • Discover the vibrant atmosphere of the iconic Maeklong Railway Market
    • Buy and try authentic pad thai, rice noodle soup, or mango sticky rice
    • Enjoy lots of free time exploring both markets at your own pace

Activity location

    • Bangkok
    • Bangkok, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 23 Soi Charoen Krung 24, Khwaeng Talat Noi, Khet Samphanthawong, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10100, Thailand | Meet the group at the large, main entrance to the River City shopping mall.
    • Khwaeng Talat Noi, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

Bus tour 25 pax

  • Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes7h 30m
    7h 30m
  • English

Shared tour with up to 19 people with a minibus, 25 people with s bus. Choose this option to make your own way to River City Bangkok, the meeting point in City centre Bangkok.

Language options: English
Price details
CA $29.25 x 1 AdultCA $29.25
Total
Price is CA $29.25
Until Tue, Sep 1

Small group 12 pax with city centre meeting point

  • Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes7h 30m
    7h 30m
  • English

Meet the group at Bangkok Experience Lounge
4th floor of The Sawasdee building (399 Silom 7, Silom, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500)
BTS Chongnonsi exit 4

Language options: English
Price details
CA $41.78 x 1 AdultCA $41.78
Total
Price is CA $41.78
Until Tue, Sep 1

Small group 12 pax with Hotel Pickup

  • Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes7h 30m
    7h 30m
  • English

Shared tour with up to 12 people. Choose this option to be picked up from your hotel in Bangkok with drop-off at BTS Chongnonsi ( Bangkok City centre )
*Recommend 5.50 am for less tourist and more time at both market

Language options: English
Price details
CA $50.14 x 1 AdultCA $50.14
Total
Price is CA $50.14
Until Tue, Sep 1

Group Tour in German Speaking Guide with Hotel Pickup

  • Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes7h 30m
    7h 30m
  • English

Shared tour with up to 12 people with a mini van, 19 people with a minibus, 25 people with a bus. The tour will be conducted in two languages.

Starting time: 8:00AM
Price details
CA $62.67 x 1 AdultCA $62.67
Total
Price is CA $62.67
Until Tue, Sep 1

Group Tour in Japanese Speaking Guide with Hotel Pickup

  • Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes7h 30m
    7h 30m
  • English

Shared tour with up to 12 people with a minivan, 19 people with a minibus, 25 people with a bus. Choose this option to make your own way to River City Bangkok, the meeting point in City centre Bangkok. This tour will be conducted in two languages.

Starting time: 8:00AM
Price details
CA $62.67 x 1 AdultCA $62.67
Total
Price is CA $62.67
Until Tue, Sep 1

Premium Small Group Tour max 9 guest & Pick up / Drop off

  • Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes7h 30m
    7h 30m
  • English

Enjoy a more personal experience on this small group tour, limited to a maximum of 9 guests. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned van with convenient hotel pickup and drop off . Enjoy a relaxed pace and more time exploring in both market.

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00AM
Price details
CA $79.39 x 1 AdultCA $79.39
Total
Price is CA $79.39
Until Tue, Sep 1

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Drinking Water
  • Inclusions
    English Speaking Guide
  • Inclusions
    Paddle boat
  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup (if option selected)
  • Inclusions
    Return air-conditioned transport from Bangkok
  • Exclusions
    Lunch
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses
  • Exclusions
    Tips (optional)

Know before you book

    • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments

What you can expect

  • Discover two of Thailand’s most iconic markets on a day trip from Bangkok with the company that helped make this experience one of the country’s most popular tours. Choose between a shared group or a private guided experience and enjoy a carefully planned journey that has been refined through years of operating this route.

    After pickup, travel to the famous Maeklong Railway Market, also known as Talad Rom Hup (“Umbrella Pulldown Market”). Built directly along an active railway line, this bustling local market is renowned for its incredible spectacle as vendors swiftly pull back their awnings and merchandise moments before the train passes through.

    Explore one of Thailand’s largest fresh seafood markets while your expert local guide shares the fascinating history of the railway, the local community, and how merchants have adapted to this unique way of life. Witness the unforgettable moment when the train travels through the heart of the market before everything returns to normal within seconds.

    Continue to the world-famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, where colourful wooden boats glide through a network of historic canals. Enjoy a traditional paddleboat ride into the market, offering the perfect introduction to one of Thailand’s most photographed attractions.

    Take your time exploring the lively canals, browsing local handicrafts, tasting authentic Thai snacks, and sampling favourites such as mango sticky rice. Your guide will recommend the best local specialities and hidden gems, helping you experience the market beyond the typical tourist stops.

    After a memorable morning discovering two of Thailand’s most unique cultural landmarks, relax on the comfortable drive back to Bangkok, arriving in the early afternoon.

    Why Choose Us?

    This is one of the original Maeklong Railway Market and Damnoen Saduak Floating Market experiences from Bangkok. For many years, we have welcomed hundreds of thousands of travellers from around the world, continuously refining every detail based on guest feedback and operational experience.

    While many similar tours are now available, we remain committed to delivering the quality, reliability, and authentic local experience that have made this journey one of Thailand’s most popular day trips.

Location

Activity location

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    • Bangkok
    • Bangkok, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 23 Soi Charoen Krung 24, Khwaeng Talat Noi, Khet Samphanthawong, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10100, Thailand | Meet the group at the large, main entrance to the River City shopping mall.
    • Khwaeng Talat Noi, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 399 Silom Soi 7, Si Lom, Khet Bang Rak, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10500, Thailand | Bangkok Experience Lounge 4th Fl. The Sawasdee Building Address: 399 Silom Soi 7 Silom, Khet Bang Rak, Bangkok, 10500, Thailand Bangkok Experience Lounge on Google Maps https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZR8DQ7E17Gu54oXH7 Ways to get to the meeting point: - By MRT: Total walking time is 10 minutes MRT Hualamphong station, exit 1. Turn left on Makapruktaram Road then left again on Si Phaya Road. - By BTS Skytrain: Total walking time is 15 minutes BTS Saphan Taksin station (S6), exit 3. Turn left on Charoenkrung Road then turn right on Si Phraya Road. - By Chao Phraya River Express Boat: Total walking time is 5 minutes from the piers Si Phraya Pier (N3) or River City Complex Pier (Only Chaophraya Tourist Boat) walk straight Si Phraya Road - By Taxi: Total time depends on where your hotel is located
    • Si Lom, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand