Pattaya Floating Market
A paid-entry, purpose-built market that's photogenic at sunset but light on actual boat vendors.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 09:00–19:00
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
- Phone
- +66 88 444 7777
Full opening hours
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Why go, and how to do it well
Go in knowing this is a built-for-visitors version of a floating market, with an entrance fee, wooden walkways over canals and only a modest scattering of boat stalls. Plenty of people find that disappointing, and the shops do repeat themselves after the first few hundred meters. What saves it is everything around the shopping. Soap carving demonstrations, silk and Kashmiri carpets that shift color with the light, Thai cultural dance, a sea muay thai show, fish spas and baby goat feeding. Covered terraces mean sun or rain doesn't ruin the visit. Fried coconut pancakes are worth hunting down.
Late afternoon into early evening is when it looks its best, with softer light for photos and a temperature you can actually walk around in. An hour on a tour bus stop isn't enough. Two to three hours is more realistic if you want to see the zones and catch a show. Haggle, and haggle hard. One visitor reported knocking a third off.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Reviews from Google
Pattaya floating market was a very enjoyable cultural place. During sunny days or rain you can hide under the teraces and observe local craftmanship. Particularly we watched hand made soap carving skills and beautiful silk and wool scarfs and carpets from Kashmir. Very special about these carpets is thei double coloring depending on angel of light hitting the . You can also enjoy view on canal boats and colourful souvenirs. I tried the local fried coconut pancakes. There are also different cultural happenings based on local schedule in ticket office. We visited the market twice in late morning and benefited from almost uncrowdy shopping streets and shops. Accessible by free shuttle bus for guests of Pattaya Marriott hotel.
Actually this place is not on our original plan as we would like to visit damnoen saduak floating market next day. Entrance at thb200/adult and thb100/child. Would be cheaper if buy online but have to buy a day earlier. We didn't take the boat ride. There are thai cultural dance and sea muay thai show. Thats differentiate this floating market from others. Musolla with prayer garments available. Managed to bargain the goods for 35% only. Parking space available. We spent about 3 hours here.
Honestly, more expensive than what it offers. There are barely any actual floating boat shops. It kinda feels like a tourist trap, although the atmosphere itself is quite nice. Most of the shops sell the same items over and over, so it gets repetitive quickly. Unfortunately, we also had a bad experience with one seller who was very rude, when we asked for the price and decided not to buy, he even threw items on our feet, which was unacceptable!! If you still plan to visit, definitely buy your tickets online first, it’s much cheaper than purchasing on-site. The atmosphere is okay, but the value for money and shopping experience could be much better. I wouldn’t prioritize this place unless you’re nearby.
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451 304 หมู่ที่ 12 Sukhumvit Rd, ตำบล บางละมุง, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20150, 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.
Pattaya Floating Market: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pattaya Floating Market worth visiting?
Pattaya Floating Market holds a 3.9★ rating from 27,981 Google reviews. Reviews are mixed, so check recent visitor feedback above to see if it fits your plans.
What are the opening hours of Pattaya Floating Market?
Pattaya Floating Market is typically open 09:00-19:00 — 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 Pattaya Floating Market?
The best months to visit Pattaya 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: June – October (rainy, rough seas).
Where is Pattaya Floating Market located?
Pattaya Floating Market is at 451 304 หมู่ที่ 12 Sukhumvit Rd, ตำบล บางละมุง, Amphoe Bang Lamung, Chang Wat Chon Buri 20150, Thailand, in Pattaya. Getting around Pattaya: Baht buses (songthaews on fixed routes); Grab (widely available).
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