The Umbrella Market or The Mae Klong railway market is the market set up on both sides along a 100-meter railroad track in Samut Songkhram province just south-west of Bangkok. The market is also known as “Folding Umbrella Market” The name is from the usual activity of the vendors who fold their goods and umbrellas while the train is passing right in the middle of the market. This is very popular tourist attraction because of most unique scenic sight of the train sliding through the market. Though this is the common way of life of the local people, it is fascinating from a tourist’s perspective.
Here you can explore the Thai way of life on a group or private to experience the ‘Unseen’ Thailand. Take the train to Umbrella market to see the uncommon scenery the closed-up train running through the busy market place and watch the market vendor chaotically pulling aside their table of vegetables or fruits out of the way to let the train pass within inches of their goods.
Half-Day Railway Market and Floating Market Tour in Thailand
Visit two of Bangkok’s most unusual markets safely and easily on this small-group shopping trip. See the “disappearing” Maeklong Railway Market on a working train track, and buy fresh produce from a Thai long-tail boat at the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Learn about marketing etiquette and traditions from a guide so you can shop with confidence.
Highlights
- Reach two famous Bangkok markets without the hassle of public transit
- Learn how to shop like a local with the help of a guide
- Watch as a train cuts through the Maeklong Railway Market
- Cruise among the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market in a boagt
Inclusion
- Ages 3-99, max of 15 per group
- Duration: 6 hours
- Live guide: English
Start: River City OR Maeklong Train Market
Stops:
- Umbrealla or Maeklong Market (40 min) – Thrilling train market on tracks!
- Damnoen Saduak Floating Market (90 min) – Cruise & shop local goods.
End: MBK Shopping Mall
Hotel transfer: Add-on available.
For more information about this place, we can provide all-in-one tour service with a professional local guide and transportation according to your preference.
