Situated in Bangkok Noi, on the western outskirts of Bangkok (just after Pinklao Bridge), this little weekend meeting place on the canals is a delight to visitors weary of the salesmen's tricks and scams. Taling Chan Floating Market lives on in true tradition. In a calm and serene atmosphere, a handful of vendors slide their boats along the along the banks offering the customer fruits, vegetables, food and dessert - at a local price for everyone alike.
The products sold on the water are consumed right there, at tables on one of the floating restaurants. Music and classical Thai dancing add the finishing touches to a scene of traditional life for the locals of the area. To explore the neighbouring countryside in more detail, you can take a tour of the canals on a long-tail boat from the jetty