Bangkok: Floating Market and Train Market Experience
Overview
Available languages
8 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Touristy, but unique moment. Ride a train through a market, cruise the canals, and discover rural Thailand where tradition meets tourism with an English-speaking guide and audio guide in 28 languages.
Throughout the trip, a fully licensed, English-speaking guide will be there to share insights and answer your questions. (OUR GUIDE SPEAKS ENGLISH ONLY)
Plus, an AUDIO GUIDE IS AVAILABLE IN 28 LANGUAGES via qr-code (no extra device needed), so you can enjoy the experience in the language you’re most comfortable with.
- Ride a local train through the Maeklong Railway Market, where stalls fold away just seconds before the train passes.
- After the train ride, you’ll witness the incredible moment when the train passes right through the market, just centimeters away from where you stand!
- Then glide by longtail boat through the colorful Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, full of local snacks, fresh fruit, and handmade goods.
Book now for a fun, cultural adventure just outside Bangkok!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Recommended for all ages
Recommended for all fitness level
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
We will leave Bangkok and travel to the train station, which takes approximately 1.5 hours.
We will take a scenic, non-air-conditioned local train ride through the Thai countryside, with everything passing right next to the train. The ride to the train market takes approximately 1 hour.
What‘s Included
Train ticket
Audio Guide streamed in your selected language (please bring your own mobile device and headphones)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Accident Insurance
Fully licensed English speaking guide
Boat ride
Lunch
Mobile device for digital audio guide
Headphones for audio guide (optional Bluetooth headphones)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
MBK - SIAMSCAPE
SIAMSCAPE: Meet your tour guide in front of SIAMSCAPE, just opposite to MBK and close to Skytrain National Stadium
Starting point:
SIAMSCAPE, 215 Phaya Thai Rd, Khwaeng Pathum Wan, Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand
Private Tour
Pickup included
Hotel Pick-up (oneway)
Pick-up begins 1 hour before.: Please wait at the hotel lobby 5 mins before pick-up time. Exact time will be informed in the evening before the tour.
Pickup included
MBK - Holiday Inn Siam Hotel
Mcdonald's: Meet your tour guide in front of Mcdonald's at Holiday Inn Express Bangkok Siam Hotel, just next to MBK and BTS National Std.
Starting point:
McDonald's - Holiday Inn Express, 889 Rama I Rd, Khwaeng Wang Mai, Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330, Thailand
Reviews
1,437 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Unforgettable Experience – The Highlight of Our Time in Bangkok!
Kyle G,,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Unforgettable Experience – The Highlight of Our Time in Bangkok! ★★★★★ (5/5) The Bangkok: Floating Market and Train Market Experience was absolutely phenomenal — hands down one of the best tours we’ve ever taken. From start to finish, everything was seamless, well organized, and thoughtfully planned. The Floating Market was vibrant and authentic, with colorful boats, incredible local food, and a lively atmosphere that truly captures the spirit of Thailand. Watching the train pass directly through the market was something we’ll never forget — such a unique and exciting experience! What truly made this tour exceptional, though, were our guides. They were incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely kind. Their insight into Thai culture, history, and daily life added so much depth to what we were seeing. You could tell they truly care about their guests and take pride in delivering a meaningful experience. What impressed us most was how they went out of their way to assist us with transportation after the tour had concluded. They didn’t have to do that — but they did, without hesitation. That level of service speaks volumes. If you’re visiting Bangkok and considering this tour, book it. It’s well worth it and an absolute must-do. We would recommend it without hesitation. Fantastic experience all around!
Great experience and seamless communication with the entire group!
P2576OJscotth,,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jenny and Farha did a fantastic job! They communicated very clearly every step of the way! They made the entire tour relaxing and easy! Little extras like giving treats along the way really added to the experience for myself and my wife!
Great tour
rommels32,,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such a fun time at the Train and Floating Market tour! Watching the train pass through the market was wild — vendors pull everything in within seconds and then set it back up like nothing happened. So cool to see in person. The floating market was just as fun. Cruising through the canals, seeing all the colorful boats and food, and trying local snacks made the whole experience even better. Big shoutout to our guides, Jenny and Fahla — they were friendly, organized, and made everything smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommend this tour if you’re in Thailand!
Very pleasant day!
Dream275857,,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very pleasant day with Jenny and Fala! Floating market is so refreshing and so typical! The train market is also a very good experîence!! Thank you to our guides for all explanations about Thaïlande, for the Organization and the extras like dégustation of dragon eyes in the bus!
Must Do!!
rachelwM9463FK,,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such an iconic trip, was our favorite part of our Bangkok trip thus far! We had our tour with Wanna and she truly thought of everything. She had great recommendations of food, vendors, she was our personal photographer, and we loved getting to know her! Would highly recommend her and this tour!
Amazing
Anze P,,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One of the most well organized and relaxed tours! Thanks Maria and Victor.
A really good trip from Bangkok
david travel HU,,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was great, the itinary is really good, the guide and the driver is very kind and helpful. I really reccomend this trip. (We did the 6:30)
NJ saved my tour
joshuaa237,,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was amazing. We had the most amazing tour guide who spoke four languages. At one point I got sick and she was so caring and attentive even going so far as buying me a fan to cool down. NJ is hands down the best tour guide ever.
Life is Beautiful in Thailand
V1381HLcindyr,,Feb 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour guides Nee and Alexa were fabulous! Their expert knowledge of the local environment and hilarious stories and songs made the tour special. Through crowded venues and ever-present heat and humidity, they kept us entertained and educated us on an incredible part of beautiful Thailand. I can't say enough good things about these awesome tour guides.
Top tour guide and good experience
Hans v,,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00A bit touristique (surprise!) but a glimpse of daily life as it used to be. Value for money with a very friendly, informative and helpfull guide.
From THB 792.00
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