Wat Saphan Floating Market
A local weekend floating market beside a temple in western Bangkok, known for authentic Thai food at honest prices.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Sat–Sun 08:00–15:00
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.
Details
- Address
- 38 ถนน ปากน้ำกระโจมทอง Khwaeng Bang Phrom, Khet Taling Chan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10170, Thailand
- Phone
- +66 85 176 1268
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Tucked behind a temple in the Taling Chan district of western Bangkok, this weekend floating market draws a predominantly local crowd, giving it a relaxed, neighborhood character that sets it apart from the more commercialized floating markets elsewhere in the city. Its position alongside the temple grounds and adjacent canals connects visitors to the traditional waterway trading culture that once defined daily life across Bangkok, and arriving by boat is widely recommended as the more atmospheric way to visit.
Vendors offer a wide variety of Thai traditional food, fresh produce, and ready-to-eat dishes at prices well below what visitors typically encounter at tourist-facing markets. Waterside seating is available, and the combination of temple grounds and canal setting creates an unhurried environment that feels genuinely local. The temple itself is worth a visit while browsing, and the market's compact size makes it easy to cover on foot in around twenty to thirty minutes.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Aug 2026
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Reviews from Google
A beautiful floating market, really not a tourist focus. Here you will still meet many locals. The food is delicious and very cheap, unlike tourist spots. A trip with a boat is really recommended for only 100 baht you will be taken to a temple and after a short stay to an orchid farm and back to the starting point. The waterways are wonderful you see many locals live and work like this. A great experience on a wonderful day. I can really only recommend this place to you.
A floating market in a Kumpang Temple. With a freindly seller make the market welknown and some foreigner are visitng to worship and shopping. Mainly food with some table for seating and acceptable price. Parking are available around the temple.
We came by boat to this temple and they have small Sunday market. Stop by to pray and walked around for about 20 minutes. The market offer variety of food selection and the price is not too expensive. Only a few activities for the children as well.
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38 ถนน ปากน้ำกระโจมทอง Khwaeng Bang Phrom, 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.
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.
Wat Saphan Floating Market: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wat Saphan Floating Market worth visiting?
Wat Saphan Floating Market holds a 4.2★ rating from 1,094 Google reviews — a strong rating for markets & shopping in Bangkok.
What are the opening hours of Wat Saphan Floating Market?
Wat Saphan Floating Market is typically open 08:00–15:00 — 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 Wat Saphan 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 Wat Saphan Floating Market located?
Wat Saphan Floating Market is at 38 ถนน ปากน้ำกระโจมทอง Khwaeng Bang Phrom, 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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