Bang Nam Phueng Floating Market

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About Bang Nam Phueng Floating Market

Tucked away from the bustling downtown, in a verdant jungle spot, lies a unique market that offers a truly local experience. This market, often referred to as a 'floating' market, is not the typical boat-filled market one might imagine. Instead, it is a walk-around market situated alongside a canal. The market is primarily frequented by locals who come to shop, browse, or enjoy a meal, but it also attracts the occasional tourist.

The market is divided into many sections and is surprisingly larger than it initially appears. It offers a wide variety of goods, including fresh fruits and vegetables, vibrant flowers, clothing, handcrafted goods, honey, spices, and of course, food and drink. The food options range from quick snacks to sit-down meals in restaurants. The prices at this market are very reasonable, and there is room for a bit of negotiation, especially at the restaurants.

Located in the Phra Pradaeng District of Samut Prakan Province, the market is known as the Bang Nam Phueng Market. It is open only on Saturdays and Sundays and is a hub for local food, both savory and sweet. It also sells OTOP products from the Bang Nam Phueng community and nearby sub-districts in Samut Prakan Province. The market is a treasure trove of food, clothes, and plants, all available at economical prices.

Despite its somewhat hidden location, many consider this market to be the best they've found in Bangkok. It offers high-quality products at extremely reasonable prices. The range of goods is diverse, from children’s board games to hipster t-shirts, tiny dollhouse food, and steaming hot street food. It's an essential part of any cycling day trip in the area known as the 'green lung'.

The market is surrounded by small channels and is more local than touristy. It is filled with stalls selling Thai food, clothes, and other trinkets. Visitors can hire a bicycle and take a ride around the local area, exploring the quaint local houses and walkways between the channels. The area is known as 'The green lung of Bangkok', and it's easy to see why. It's recommended to arrive at the market by 10 am as it gets extremely busy around lunchtime.

For those seeking adventure, a visit to this floating market is a must when in Bangkok. There are three types of tickets available, starting from 2500 bhat. The market is also accessible by BTS Bearing line Bang Na station, followed by a short walk and a ferry ride.

The market offers an interesting and very affordable day out. After crossing the river on the ferry, visitors can rent a bike for the day and enjoy local meals at the market. The market is clean, and there's plenty to catch your eye, especially the food! The only floating elements are a few boats where the cooking is done in a small canal. Everything else is firmly fixed in place.

A bike ride through to the Sri Nakhon Khuen Khan Park and Botanical Garden, also known as The Lungs of Bangkok, is not too far nor too taxing. It's a good place just for a ride around and/or stopping off with a snack and drink, without a single high rise or hustle and bustle. This market, although not the biggest or most well-known, is absolutely worth your time. It offers a fairly quiet, rural experience right on the doorstep of Bangkok.