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Floating Markets
Floating Markets in Bangkok
Overview: There are several floating markets in Bangkok. In the city itself, you can take a canal tour and stop at the local, smaller floating market on the Chao Phraya River. The largest and most famous of Bangkok’s floating markets, however, is the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market in the Ratchaburi province, about 70 miles from Bangkok. The colorful floating markets take place in canals where a combustion of vendors in boats jostle for position. Brimming and bustling, the vendors sell food, fruits and vegetables.
Location: The Damnoen Saduak Floating Market is located approximately 70 miles from Bangkok in Damnoen Saduak in Ratchaburi Province.
Cost: Costs vary, depending on the type of tour you take as well as the tour companies. Negotiate with a cab for a half a day trip in the morning or book through your hotel. The average cost should be around 1500 – to 2000 Baht.
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Getting There: Tour van via hotel reservation. The cost for a tour is usually around 2000 baht. The Damnoen Floating Market starts at 6:30 in the morning.