Contact Admin. Amphawa Floating Market is one of the most popular floating markets in Thailand. The merchants sell their goods in their boats.
Alongside the canal, there are shops opening to sell food, drinks, snacks, clothes, and souvenirs. This floating market offers example of local life. Local merchants sell agricultural products in their boats in the morning. Aged more than years old, the market is not so far away from the infamous Amphawa floating market.
Aside from merchants in their boats, the classic wooden buildings alongside the canal are a fascinating attraction to visit. The market is located near Mae Klong Train Station, and right next to railway. Shopkeepers will open their umbrellas or awnings during their business time and shut them when a train comes. The area in the back of this temple was a house of King Rama I or the first king of the current dynasty of Thailand and his queen.
The house is also the birth place of King Rama II. It exhibits ancient artifacts from early Rattanakosin era such as, Bencharong, kitchenware, Thai mythical masks, etc. The camp plays significant role in Thai history. A church in the area is covered by four types of trees; Photi, Sai, Krai, and Krang. The church is called Prok Photi. The cathedral is situated by the river, showing its beautiful architecture and interior decoration. It is the shoal located near the Mae Klong River, which was caused by precipitation of sandy soil from the mainland.
There are many types of shellfish in the area but mostly are razor clams. Don Hoi Lot is a famous place to find fresh and dried seafood, including many other local goods. Seafood dining is also available along the whole road.
