Nestled in the heart of Bangkok, Khlong Toei Market is a vibrant and bustling hub that offers an authentic glimpse into the city’s daily life.
As one of the largest and oldest wet markets in Bangkok, it is a treasure trove of fresh produce, exotic fruits, seafood, meats, and an array of local delicacies.
Beyond the food, the market is a sensory overload with its lively atmosphere, colorful stalls, and the energetic buzz of vendors and shoppers haggling over prices.
Whether you’re a foodie, a culture enthusiast, or simply a curious traveler, it is a must-visit destination that promises an unforgettable experience of Bangkok’s local flavor and spirit.
If you love a fresh food market, this market is for you. This is Bangkok’s biggest fresh food market.
The market is located near the popular ex-pat enclave of Thanon Sukhumvit. Khlong Toei means “Pandan Leaf Canal”. Pandan leaf is a fragrant leaf used to flavor Thai sweets and freshen the air.
In January 2010, CNN listed Khlong Toei Market as one of the most authentic markets in Bangkok. In this market, you can shop for cheap raw meat, seafood, produce, and other stuff such as clothing and kitchenware.
This market also has some weird and exotic meat that includes huge piles of intestines, pig feet, cow placenta, frogs, and rats.
You can see the fishes flapping on the bench, live chickens and other poultry are stored in cages underneath the tables while some are put on the display neatly plucked and dressed.
What’s in the market
You can hear the vendors shouting and selling their live produce, fresh fruit, and vegetables. However, this is the market where the Thai, home cooks, and restaurateurs come to buy their raw food and ingredients.
Seeing all the food will make you hungry, but grabbing a snack in the market isn’t easy. Carts filled with products are constantly moving and won’t stop for you. Additionally, be your guard.
This market opens at 6 in the morning and closes at 2 in the morning the next day. It’s advisable to wear proper shoes at this crowded market, as the floors are often wet and somewhat dirty.
How to reach Khlong Toei Market:
1. Take a MRT to Khlong Toei Market:
To reach the Khlong Toei Market from Bangkok you can take an MRT from Hua Lamphong. It will take you to Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre. From here you have to walk about 700 meters to reach Khlong Market.
The whole trip will take about 15-20 minutes.
2. Take a bus to Market:
You can get a bus from Golden Mount, Wat Saket that will drop you to Opposite Samoson Kan Tharuea in about 30 minutes. You have to walk about 165 meters and you will be at Khlong Toei Market.
3. Reach Khlong Toei Market by taxi:
If you don’t want to suffer in public transport, you can get a comfortable ride in a private taxi. It will be a bit more expensive. A private taxi will take about 8 minutes from Bangkok to Khlong Toei Market.
The famous taxi providers are Grab Taxi, GoodTaxiThai, and All Thai Taxi.
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