Thailand's known for its markets. No matter the environment, the locals manage to find a way to sell their goods. Today, you'll tick off two of the most famous, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Market.
True to its name, the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market floats along the Damnoen Saduak Canal, about 60 miles southwest of Bangkok. You'll drive with your guide to the area, then board a boat and float around the market. As you shop for produce, snacks and souvenirs, your guide can tell you about the history of the market, which dates back to the 1860s.
From here, you'll head to Maeklong Railway Market, in the town of Samut Songkhram. The whole market is line along the railway tracks, with stalls resting their wares right on the boards the tracks rest on. When a train comes through the area, you'll see firsthand how the sellers here pack up their merchandise and fold up their awnings in seconds to make room for the train to pass through. And, since it's a market, you'll have another chance to shop for goodies.
Long-tail boat ride
