Tha Kha Floating Market
Get there early or don't bother. This is the calm alternative to Damnoen Saduak, a canal market where the boats are still selling fruit, home-cooked dishes and snacks to people who actually live nearby, and the whole thing winds down by early afternoon. Saturday and Sunday open at 06:00, which sounds brutal until you see the difference between 07:00 and 11:00. By late morning the best produce is gone and so is much of the point.
What you get is a slow wander along narrow waterways lined with orchards and old wooden houses, stalls on the bank, boats nosing in with food, and a boat ride available if you want to see more of the canal than the market end. There's clothing too, though I'd come for the eating. Wear shoes you don't mind getting muddy, because the ground near the water isn't level.
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Tha Kha Floating Market, round out your day in Bangkok with contrasting stops nearby.
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Tha Kha Floating Market: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tha Kha Floating Market worth visiting?
Tha Kha Floating Market holds a 4.3★ rating from 2,300 Google reviews — a strong rating for markets & shopping in Bangkok.
What are the opening hours of Tha Kha Floating Market?
Tha Kha Floating Market is typically open 09:00-17:00 — 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 Tha Kha 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 Tha Kha Floating Market located?
Tha Kha Floating Market is at Tha Kha, Amphawa District, Samut Songkhram 75110, Thailand, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).
Location Info
Tha Kha, Amphawa District, Samut Songkhram 75110, Thailand+66 98 272 8825020385dg.wixsite.com/floatingmarkettourVisitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: April – May (peak heat)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
25°C – 34°C(77°F – 93°F)
Crowds
Peak: December & January
Getting there
Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Don Mueang (DMK) airports serve Bangkok with direct flights from most major cities.
Getting around
- •BTS Skytrain (most central areas)
- •MRT Metro (underground)
- •Airport Rail Link (ARL)
- •Chao Phraya Express Boat
- •Grab (ride-hailing app)
- •Metered taxis — always use the meter
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Tips for Visiting Markets & Shopping
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.
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.
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Location Info
Visitor Information
Best time to visit
November – February
Avoid: April – May (peak heat)
Rainy season
May – October
Avg. temperature
25°C – 34°C(77°F – 93°F)
Crowds
Peak: December & January
Getting there
Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Don Mueang (DMK) airports serve Bangkok with direct flights from most major cities.
Getting around
- •BTS Skytrain (most central areas)
- •MRT Metro (underground)
- •Airport Rail Link (ARL)
- •Chao Phraya Express Boat
- •Grab (ride-hailing app)
- •Metered taxis — always use the meter