this market is in close proximity to Bangkok, and so makes a nice weekend trip if you're in for a new shopping experience. A strew of canals around the market can be visited by hired boat where small villages are revealed along the way. Homestays are also available for a truly Thai experience.
Taling Chan Floating Market in Bangkok, Thailand
For those who stay in bangkok, this is the nearest floating market
where you can observe the locals' ways of life
products sold here are fruit and vegetables fresh from nearby garden, several kinds of plants, edible stuff like traditional desserts and OTOP goods. You should seek for the "boat noodles"which is a renowned Thai bowl with superb flavours. And what shouldn't be misses is a long tail boat trip along the canals. the boat are presented therefrom 08.00-16.00
opening hour : 09.00-17.00 (weekend only)
How to get there : Take bus numbers 79 , which cross the chao praya river to the Thonburi side of bangkok. the market is located near the front of Taling Chan District Office.