Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market
A weekend canal market that's really a food market on land, and better for it if you arrive early.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Sat–Sun 08:00–17:00
- 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.
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Come for the food, not the boats. Most of the trading here happens on land across seven zones, with only a handful of vendors working from wooden boats on the canal. If you've built up a picture of Damnoen Saduak in your head, you'll be disappointed, and plenty of reviewers say exactly that. What you get instead is a Bangkok neighbourhood market that happens to sit on water: locals buying vegetables in bulk, cooked food stalls, Thai snacks, and a souvenir section towards the back.
Go early on Saturday or Sunday morning. That's when the crowd is residents doing their shopping, before the tour groups turn up around lunchtime. The boat tours are the weak point. The 100 baht trip from zone 1 runs about an hour and takes you past a fair bit of concrete, though one route ends at a small canal-side cafe you can't reach any other way. Different zones sell different tours, and one runs a direct boat to Wat Arun, which is genuinely useful if you're heading back that way.
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Reviews from Google
I honestly really enjoyed the market! It does not have many floating stalls, but considering how close it is to Bangkok, I thought it was amazing!! Loved the local feeling. We arrived early on the weekend and there was so many locals buying their veggies. Tourist groups arrived later close to lunch time. There is also a nice part of the market where we can buy souvenirs. All vendors were very friendly
The market itself is a typical thai market. A bit local (where they sell ingredients in bulk) and a lot aimed at tourists. Overall a pleasant experience. There are 7 zones. Take the boat tour in zone 1 (there are different tours in different zones), the one at zone 1 cost us 100 baht for 1 hour, took us to a little cafe only reachable by boat, it was quite nice.
If you want to experience a real floating market, don’t come here. This market is only open on weekends, and there are just a few boats on the river. Most of the shops are located on land, not on the water. The boat ride is a joke. They drive extremely fast through the canal just to take you to another market where, once again, all the shops are on land. There are no boats in the water like you’d expect at a floating market. The boat tour costs 100 baht and is not worth it. I would not recommend this place. It’s also very far to get to using public transportation.
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30/1 หมู่ที่ 15 Thanon Bang Ramat, Khwaeng Bang Ramat, Khet Taling Chan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10170, Thailand
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Tips for Visiting Markets & Shopping
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.
Be Cautious with Tailors
Bangkok has excellent tailors, but also many tourist traps. Avoid anyone offering suspiciously cheap suits or who approaches you on the street. Ask your hotel for recommendations, read reviews, and always get two fittings.
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.
Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market worth visiting?
Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market holds a 4.3★ rating from 11,689 Google reviews — a strong rating for markets & shopping in Bangkok.
What are the opening hours of Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market?
Khlong Lat Mayom 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 Khlong Lat Mayom 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 Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market located?
Khlong Lat Mayom Floating Market is at 30/1 หมู่ที่ 15 Thanon Bang Ramat, Khwaeng Bang Ramat, Khet Taling Chan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10170, Thailand, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
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