Don Wai Floating Market
A proper Thai riverside food market about 30km from Bangkok, and the roast duck is the reason to come.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, Sat–Sun 07:00–18:30
Haggle at Markets, Not Malls
Prices at market stalls are negotiable — start at 50–60% of the asking price and meet in the middle. Fixed-price shops and malls don't haggle. Smile and keep it friendly; aggressive bargaining is considered rude.
Details
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Come hungry. This is a market Thai families actually shop at, not a set piece built for tour groups, and the food stalls along the river do the heavy lifting with roast duck, boat noodles, mountains of tropical fruit, and more traditional Thai sweets than you'll get through in one visit. Beyond eating there are vegetables, plants and flowers, handicrafts, toys, kids' accessories, even a bit of costume jewelry. You walk in through the temple next door, which is a nice way to arrive.
Grab a table in the covered seating by the water and watch the boats go past, or buy a ticket on site for a sightseeing trip and take your snacks with you. Reviewers routinely spend a couple of hours here. Weekends bring the crowds and an earlier 07:00 start, which is when it feels most alive, but a weekday morning is far calmer if you'd rather browse without shuffling. It gets hot under the open sky, so dress for it.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Reviews from Google
One of my favorite floating market located around 30 km from Bangkok city. I usually visit here on Saturday or Sunday. From toys, plants, fresh vegetables, fresh fruits, Thai local snacks until heave meals are availabe here. I like to have lunch in one of restaurants beside river. We also can ride the boat and bring the snacks on the boat. Just buy the boat ticket onsite.
We dropped by this market on way to Kanchanaburi. Great venue to experience the local vibe and way of life. From fresh food to local Thai desserts to snacks, it has lots of variety. I even saw accessories stores (for kids) and a store selling bling bling jewellery.
Fresh market situated next to temple and river. Lots of local selections to take home and eat on sight. Roast ducks, boat Noodles and loads of fresh fruits and sweets are available. 1 hour from bangkok by car.
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Don Wai-Highway 3414, Tambon Bang Krathuk, Amphoe Sam Phran, Chang Wat Nakhon Pathom 73110, Thailand
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Arrive Early or Late
Vendors believe the first sale of the day is lucky — you'll often get a better deal if you arrive right when the market opens. Late in the evening, sellers may also discount to avoid packing unsold goods.
Claim Your VAT Refund
Spend 2,000+ THB at a single store displaying 'VAT Refund for Tourists' signs, get a yellow form at the register, and claim 7% VAT back at the airport. It adds up fast on bigger purchases.
Don Wai Floating Market: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Don Wai Floating Market worth visiting?
Don Wai Floating Market holds a 4.4★ rating from 14,858 Google reviews — a strong rating for markets & shopping in Bangkok.
What are the opening hours of Don Wai Floating Market?
Don Wai Floating Market is typically open 08:00–17:00 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Don Wai Floating Market?
The best months to visit Bangkok are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December & January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: April – May (peak heat).
Where is Don Wai Floating Market located?
Don Wai Floating Market is at Don Wai-Highway 3414, Tambon Bang Krathuk, Amphoe Sam Phran, Chang Wat Nakhon Pathom 73110, Thailand, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
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