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Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
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Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
Thailand's best-known floating market, with boats selling fruit, noodles and souvenirs along narrow canals.
Cultural Experience
Family Friendly
Unique Finds
Damnoen Saduak is the most famous floating market near Bangkok, a network of canals where vendors sell from small wooden boats.
What to expect
A touristy but photogenic scene of paddled boats, canal-side stalls and souvenir shops.
What to eat
Boat noodles, coconut ice cream, grilled seafood, mango sticky rice and fresh tropical fruit.
Visitor tips
- Go early in the morning, before tour groups arrive.
- Agree on boat prices in advance.
- It is about 1.5 to 2 hours from Bangkok by road.