Bangkok Floating Market Experience: Eating and Walking in the River

#5月好去处2025 How can you not go to the floating market when you come to Bangkok? This time I went to the more famous Damnoen Saduak floating market. Although it is a market with many tourists, the overall experience still made me feel very fresh and interesting. At the beginning, I took a long-tail boat through the narrow canal. There were all kinds of vendors on both sides, some selling fruits, cooked food, souvenirs, and some cooking and selling things on the spot in small boats. It is really hard to imagine that these people complete the whole day's business on the river every day. It's no exaggeration to say that my first bite of the hot coconut pancakes fried on the boat was really healing - crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, sweet but not greasy. I also tried the super authentic Boat Noodles. The rich soup is even more appetizing in the hot weather. Adding some hot sauce will upgrade the whole level. The freshly cut mango + sticky rice sold at the fruit stall is not inferior to the restaurant version at all, especially the one with coconut milk, which is great. The market is crowded and a bit crowded, but this lively feeling is actually one of its charms. The sellers will greet you warmly while rowing, and some can speak simple Chinese or English. Although the price is slightly higher than in the city, if you know how to compare prices or ask a few more stores, you can still buy cost-effective and interesting small things. In addition to food, there are some old-fashioned wooden houses and small bridges along the coast, which are very tasteful for taking pictures, and are completely the Thai water village style on Instagram. After the boat trip, I also strolled around the nearby shopping area. There were many handicrafts and cool drinks. It was a complete half-day trip. ⸻ Experience summary: • Recommended experience: Take a boat to visit the market, eat the food on the boat, and feel the lively atmosphere of the river • Suggested time: It is recommended to depart in the morning when the weather is not so hot and the crowds are less crowded • Friendly reminder: It is recommended to bargain in advance, bring some cash, and don’t forget to tip • Overall experience: Although it is more touristy, it has a very "only in Thailand" atmosphere, and it is a very interesting cultural experience