Kwangchow Floating Market
Get the day right or don't go at all. This one runs on Saturdays, and everything about it rewards an early start: the morning almsgiving to monks, which you can watch or take part in, and the stalls at their fullest before things start thinning out later in the day.
What's on sale is food, mostly. Fresh produce, Thai snacks, things cooked and handed over from boats and small stalls along the water. It isn't a souvenir market, so if you're after elephant trousers and fridge magnets you'll be disappointed. Come hungry instead and graze your way along. The crowd skews Thai families out for the weekend, which is a good sign, and the pace is slow in a way the bigger tourist markets near Hua Hin no longer manage.
The address puts it in Nong Ya Plong district in Phetchaburi, so it's a proper drive rather than a quick hop. Factor that into your morning if you want to be there for the ceremony.
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Kwangchow Floating Market: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kwangchow Floating Market worth visiting?
Kwangchow Floating Market holds a 4.0★ rating from 1,653 Google reviews — a strong rating for markets & shopping in Hua Hin.
What are the opening hours of Kwangchow Floating Market?
Kwangchow Floating Market is open 24 hours a day — 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 Kwangchow Floating Market?
The best months to visit Hua Hin are March – August, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in Weekends year-round (Bangkok day-trippers) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: September – November (rainy season).
Where is Kwangchow Floating Market located?
Kwangchow Floating Market is at 199 Tambon Yang Nam Klat Nuea, Amphoe Nong Ya Plong, Chang Wat Phetchaburi 76160, Thailand, in Hua Hin. Getting around Hua Hin: Songthaews (blue, along main roads); Motorbike taxis.
Location Info
199 Tambon Yang Nam Klat Nuea, Amphoe Nong Ya Plong, Chang Wat Phetchaburi 76160, Thailand+66 81 832 2608www.facebook.com/kwangchowwaterfall/Visitor Information
Best time to visit
March – August
Avoid: September – November (rainy season)
Rainy season
September – November
Avg. temperature
23°C – 33°C(73°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: Weekends year-round (Bangkok day-trippers)
Getting there
Minivan from Bangkok's Victory Monument (~3.5 hrs). Train from Hua Lamphong station (~4 hrs, scenic). I'd go with a private car.
Getting around
- •Songthaews (blue, along main roads)
- •Motorbike taxis
- •Bicycle rental
- •Grab available
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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
March – August
Avoid: September – November (rainy season)
Rainy season
September – November
Avg. temperature
23°C – 33°C(73°F – 91°F)
Crowds
Peak: Weekends year-round (Bangkok day-trippers)
Getting there
Minivan from Bangkok's Victory Monument (~3.5 hrs). Train from Hua Lamphong station (~4 hrs, scenic). I'd go with a private car.
Getting around
- •Songthaews (blue, along main roads)
- •Motorbike taxis
- •Bicycle rental
- •Grab available