Even though it’s an hour away from Bangkok by bus, Amphawa, the most authentic floating market in Bangkok is worth the trip. The market consists of a network of more than 300 canals featuring wooden shop houses set in a tropical environment.
Vendors sell everything from fashion to unique shopping treasures, but most importantly, food! Have a taste of seafood delights, grilled on wooden boats and delivered to one of the quality restaurants along the market front. Homemade coconut ice cream is one of the best.
As a family, you can take a tour around the local waterways and if you’re visiting later in the evening, you can be taken to see the fireflies. The tourists haven’t overcrowded the market so it has kept its authentic feeling and the prices are reasonable.
