Maeklong Railway Market
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Vendors sell goods on both sides of the railway tracks. As a train approaches, they quickly pull in their awnings, and the train passes slowly between the stalls. It is nicknamed the 'Umbrella Market.'
Located in front of Maeklong Station in Samut Songkhram Province, this market on the railway tracks has operated for decades. About eight trains pass through each day. Shortly before a train arrives, vendors quickly roll in their awnings and shelves, then set everything back up as soon as the train has gone by. It is one of the most popular sights near Bangkok. The market is about 70 km from Bangkok, a journey of about 1.5 hours. It is often combined with a day trip to Damnoen Saduak or Amphawa floating markets. You can also reach it by train, changing to a ferry at Mahachai.
Opening hours
About 06:00–18:00 (depends on train schedule)
Nearby sights
- Amphawa Floating Market
- Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
- Wat Samphran
- Phra Pathom Chedi
- Wat Paknam Bhasicharoen
- Asiatique The Riverfront
- Wat Arun
- Museum Siam