BANGKOK · THAILAND
Bangkok’s best days out.
The 15 most popular markets in Bangkok. The ones worth planning a day around, with prices, run times and the operator who runs each.
Ride trains into Maeklong and glide by paddleboat to Damnoen Saduak. Two Thai market icons, guided, with time to eat and shop.
Most Popular“Instructor Patty, did a great job, communicated very clearly and made sure we had lots of fun. Was great having option to pick up from hostel. definitely recommend”
Paddleboat to Damnoen Saduak and watch trains pass through Maeklong Railway Market, with guide, Bangkok pickup, and local tasting time.
“We enjoyed our trip to the rail and floating markets, Tim was a great guide. Only thing I’d change if more time maybe a 1/2 hr more at each market to look around, it was a little rushed and not much time to really look around. Otherwise it was a great trip.”
Bangkok market day with Damnoen Saduak boat ride and Maeklong Railway Market train spectacle, plus guide tips and shopping time.
“The guy very knowledgeable told us more than expected”
Bangkok temple highlights with a small-group guide: Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, and market stops.
“We had such an amazing time - the visit was great thanks to the guide. She was very kind and very nice. She was also really knowledgeable and could explain everything about what we saw. Thank you for making us discover Bangkok, that was perfect”
Ride the train through the Mae Klong Railway Market, then cruise Damnoen Saduak by boat for two unforgettable Bangkok-style markets.
“It was fun but the train was crowded and hot so maybe take a hand held fan and a bottle of water. Overall it’s a great experience and not something you would see anywhere else. The floating market is great. Also, our tour guide Owen was fab!”
Bangkok day trip to Maeklong Railway Market, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, and Mahanakhon Skywalk. Train close-ups, canal boats.
“Kitty was an amazing guide, had a really good day, deffo recommend!”
Guided Damnoen Saduak day trip from Bangkok with a palm sugar stop and a paddle boat ride through narrow canals.
“The entire trip was great. Our tour guide was very kind and informative”
Bangkok Thai cooking class with market shopping and curry-paste practice. Cook 4 dishes, eat hot, then finish with mango sticky rice.
“This was my first cooking class but after this experience it definitely won't be my last. This was such a great experience and one of the highlights of our time in Bangkok. The market tour was seriously interesting and we learned a lot during the class itself. Our guide was fantastic and everything was delivered…”
Long-tail boats, a railway market where umbrellas close, and a banyan-root temple. Small-group day trip from Bangkok with an English guide.
“Quite relaxed experience. Floating market fun to see but didn’t buy anything(a bit more expensive than rail market). Visit to temple interesting especially the Muay Thai figures/story. Railway market-fascinating to see how close the train gets to the shops. Lunch own expense but suggested restaurant right by track & good value.”
Bangkok day trip to Damnoen Saduak floating market by long-tail boat and Maeklong railway market, plus a Buffalo Café break.
“Too much wait time, not worth a whole day to see these 2 sights. Tour guide did the bare minimum to get by and it showed, apparently not interested in his job.”
See the train-stopping Maeklong Market, ride a canal boat at Damnoen Saduak, then climb Wat Samphran’s dragon tower in a small group.
“The trip was wonderful and our guide Nice was super nice and helpful! Thank you Nice for a great day☺️☺️”
Shop Bangkok ingredients by tuk-tuk and cook four classic Thai dishes in a small English class, ending with a full meal plus take-home recipes.
“I had so much fun! We grabbed a tuk-tuk and went to a local market for some groceries. The guide explained everything, then we went back to the main place and started cooking. All the ingredients were well-prepared by the staff, and they showed and taught us every step. Even for a beginner, it was…”
See Maeklong railway market and Damnoen Saduak floating market from Bangkok on train and long-tail boat with a guide.
“Tour was hectic/chaotic. ALEXA our tour guide was loud and kept repeating the same thing over and over again. He loves his fan that was annoying after the first few times. He thinks it’s funny but it’s just annoying and not necessary. The Read more”
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Take a small-group day trip from Bangkok to Damnoen Saduak floating market, the Mae Klong railway market, plus coconut sugar and salt.
“Our guide was super sweet and kind. The tour itself was a unique experience through interesting markets. The train passing through the market and watching all the people and stores scrambling to get out of the way is a memorable moment.”
Private Bangkok tour with a motorboat at Damnoen Saduak and a train ride into Maeklong Railway Market, plus optional Erawan Falls.
“Such a great tour. We enjoyed experiencing both markets and the Thai culture. Highly recommend it. Our tour guide is as very kind and considerate.”
Every temple, market and rooftop in the city, and every road out of it.
