Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market Tour
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Is Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market Tour worth booking?
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market Tour is a 7-hour experience in Bangkok, Thailand, from $33 per person. It scores 89 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 1,697 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 89 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (1,697)
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $33 per person
Explore Damnoen Saduak, the most popular floating market in Thailand, great for photo opportunities, food, and for giving an insight into a bygone way of life. Although the market evolved more into a tourist attraction n
What you get
About this experience
Explore Damnoen Saduak, the most popular floating market in Thailand, great for photo opportunities, food, and for giving an insight into a bygone way of life. Although the market evolved more into a tourist attraction nowadays, it’s still worth the visit for its unique atmosphere and the experience it offers. Furthermore, we'll visit Talad Rom Hoop, also known as 'Train Umbrella Market', for a unique market experience. The market literally sits on the railway track and every day customers and shopkeepers make way for the Bangkok-Maeklong train to pass. With the ringing of a warning bell followed by an announcement in Thai over the loudspeaker, the vendors pull back their awnings within seconds. Amazing!
What's included
Included
- English speaking guide
- One bottle of drinking water per person
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Long-tail boat ride at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Not included
- Meals
What you'll see and do
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
We'll visit Thailand’s most famous floating market: Damnoen Saduak. Upon arrival, you'll board a traditional long-tail boat for a ride through the canals, offering a glimpse into life along the waterways. The Damnoen Saduak canal was commissioned in 1866 by King Rama IV to connect the Mae Klong and Tha Chin rivers and improve water transport between the Ratchaburi and Samut Sakhon provinces. Photographs of this colorful and bustling market are among the most widely featured in travel brochures about Thailand. While the market today caters largely to tourists, it still offers an unforgettable experience with its lively atmosphere, boats, and canal scenes. Please note that the total time spent on this excursion includes the drive from Bangkok, which takes approx. 1,5 hours each way, depending on traffic. Note: Damnoen Saduak is undeniably touristy these days, and while it may not feel fully authentic anymore, it remains one of the best places to experience a floating market.
180 minutes here
Mae Klong Railway Market (Hoop Rom Market)
Our next stop will be the amazing Mae Klong Railway Market, locally known as Talat Rom Hoop ('Market Umbrella Close'). Imagine a train going straight through a public market! The Mae Klong Railway Market has been around since 1905. Fishing was (and still is) one of the main livelihoods of the people who lived here, and the market was another way in which to sell their goods. Officials decided to build a railway in order to better deliver these goods to other provinces. The market remained, however, despite the new tracks that cut through it. We’ll stroll over the market and see the train arrive or depart before going back to Bangkok. Total time to spend here is including traveling time between Damnoen Saduak and Maeklong Railway Market and from Maeklong Railway Market back to Bangkok (approx. 1,5 hrs - depending on traffic situation).
210 minutes here
Wat Bang Kung
Wat Bang Kung is famous for its small chapel that is completely enclosed within the roots of a banyan tree called Bot Prok Po. It is almost like the tree itself is the pillars of the temple and that without the roots the chapel would fall down. You can also go inside to pay respect to the Buddha image. The temple grounds once doubled as a naval fort, the site of a fierce 18th century battle between Siam and invaders from Burma. Today, the temple grounds is also a memorial to warrior heroism.
45 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Bangkok
Starbucks is located at the western end of Khao San Road, near the Chana Songkhram Police Station. Look for the distinctive traditional-style building.
Meeting point
Bangkok
Silom MRT Startion Exit 2 (On the side of Dusit Central Park, opposite Lumpini Park)
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Starbucks is located at the western end of Khao San Road, near the Chana Songkhram Police Station. Look for the distinctive traditional-style building.
Ends at
Silom MRT Startion Exit 2 (On the side of Dusit Central Park, opposite Lumpini Park)
Options you can book
Small Group With Transfers
Van
Small Group Tour
Mini Bus Without Entrance
Private Tour With Transfers
Van
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- WanderSiam
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We visit an ancient temple during the tour. Remember that temples are sacred places and you must dress appropriately. Shoulders and knees need to be covered.
- Bangkok’s traffic can be heavily congested. As our tours run on a group basis, we can wait a maximum of 10 minutes after the scheduled meeting time. After this grace period, the guide will begin the tour. If you cannot make it on time, please let us know before the tour starts. If possible, we’ll do our best to reschedule you for the next available time slot or day, though a rescheduling fee will apply. No refund will be provided in case of late arrival.
- Damnoen Saduak is undeniably touristy these days, and while it may not feel fully authentic anymore, it remains one of the best places to experience a floating market.
- Cancellations made at least 24 hours before the tour start time are eligible for a full refund. For cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance or in case of no-show, no refund will be issued.
- Our tours operate rain or shine, as tropical rain showers in Thailand usually don’t last long. If it rains heavily, we try to seek shelter and will continue as soon as the weather improves. During the rainy season, it’s a good idea to bring a raincoat or poncho. Please note cancellations due to weather are not eligible for a refund.
- The exact departure time from the meeting point will be sent to you via private message on the booking platform one day before the tour. Please check your email (including your junk/spam folder) carefully the day before your tour to avoid any delays or missed departures.
- For tours starting at 7:00 hrs, departure from the meeting point will be between 6:30 and 7:00 hrs, depending on the number of participants.
- For tours starting at 10:15 hrs, departure from the meeting point will be between 9:30 and 10:15 hrs, depending on the number of participants.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,697 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
1,697 verified traveler reviews for Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Wann was the best guide & best experience
Such a great experience from start to finish! The floating market and railway market were both amazing and definitely worth visiting. Wann was the best guide — super friendly, knowledgeable, and made everything easy and enjoyable for us. She knew exactly how to guide us and made the whole experience even better. We had an amazing time and would definitely recommend this tour!
via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience!
Great experience! The tour guide Wann was excellent!
via Tripadvisor
Best guide!!
Lovely guide, gave me a really good experience and I would 10/10 recommend!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the 10/10 recommendation! We're thrilled to hear that your guide made your experience so special. We truly appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful tour soon!
via Tripadvisor
Negative experience on floating and railway markets
Guide’s conduct was unprofessional, itinerary was not followed, time at the attractions was cut short while unnecessary stops were added,. I did not receive the tour experience that was advertised and purchased.
Response from the operator: Dear Customer, Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We are truly sorry to hear that your experience fell far short of your expectations and did not match the tour we advertised. We take matters regarding professional conduct and itinerary adherence very seriously. This is certainly not the standard of service we aim to provide, and we are currently investigating this incident with our guide and operations team to ensure it does not happen again. We would love the opportunity to make things right and discuss this further with you. Please feel free to reach out to us directly at [อีเมลหรือเบอร์ติดต่อบริษัท]. We truly appreciate you bringing this to our attention so we can improve. Best regards, The WanderSiam Team
via Viator
Cool experience
Tour was fun... but we went on the 10:15am tour and missed most of the floating market. Apparently the sellers come really early in the morning and once the sell out, they leave. So not much to see or shopping to be had. The boat ride itself was fun and we had really yummy soup noodles and mango sticky rice on the boat. The train market was cool. Touristy but cool to see and great souvenir shopping with good prices. I would definitely recommend but have the right explanations.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your great review! We are thrilled to hear that you had a fun time enjoying the boat ride, the delicious soup noodles and mango sticky rice on the boat, and the cool train market with its great souvenir shopping. At the same time, we truly appreciate your valuable feedback regarding the floating market timing. You are completely right that the floating market vendors are most active early in the morning, and we will make sure to provide clearer expectations and explanations about the timing for our future guests. We hope to welcome you back for another great tour soon!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $33 to $10960
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 594
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 89
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Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Bangkok.
How much does Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market Tour cost?
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Prices start at $33 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Bangkok usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market Tour take?
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Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Bangkok is not rushed.
Is Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 89 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 1,697 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Bangkok, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market Tour?
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Around 594 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Bangkok can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Bangkok and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Bangkok within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Bangkok?
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On Outty we rank every Bangkok experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Bangkok Backstreets Food Tour with 15+ Tastings, Old Siam Bangkok Food Tour with 15+ Tastings, Tingly Thai Cooking Class with Morning Market Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Bangkok?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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