Amphawa Floating Market & Maeklong Railway Train Market Tour

Amphawa Floating Market

• Location: Amphawa District, Samut Songkhram Province, Thailand.
• About: This is a traditional Thai floating market known for its vibrant atmosphere. Vendors sell food, souvenirs, and local goods from boats on the canal. The market is especially popular in the late afternoon and evening, where you can enjoy local street food, seafood, and sweets while cruising along the water.
• Highlights:
  • Boat rides: Take a boat ride through the canal to explore the area and spot fireflies in the evening.
  • Food: Sample a wide variety of local Thai delicacies, especially seafood dishes like grilled fish and prawns, and traditional Thai sweets.
  • Atmosphere: A lively, authentic experience with Thai culture and history.

Maeklong Railway Train Market

• Location: Maeklong Railway Station, Samut Songkhram Province, Thailand.
• About: This unique market is set up along the railway tracks, and the most famous part of the market is when a train passes through it, forcing vendors to quickly move their goods and umbrellas out of the way. It's a rare sight and a popular tourist experience.
• Highlights:
  • Train passing through: Watch as the market vendors retract their goods, and the train moves through the narrow market streets.
  • Vibrant local market: After the train passes, you can explore the market, which sells fresh produce, seafood, and local products.
  • Close-up experience: It's an amazing sight to see a train moving through such a tightly packed market space, offering a rare glimpse of local life.

Tour Experience

If you're planning a tour of both, it typically involves:

• Morning: Visit the Maeklong Railway Market to witness the train passing through the market.
• Afternoon: Head to the Amphawa Floating Market, which is best experienced in the late afternoon through the evening when it's most vibrant.
• Travel tips:
  • Both markets are within a 30-minute drive from each other, so you can visit both in one day.
  • Wear comfortable shoes and clothes, as you'll be walking around the markets.

These two markets offer an exciting and authentic Thai experience, blending culture, food, and local life.