After the Chinese New Year in 2017, Wendy and Anya visited Thailand with their two younger sisters. They wanted to visit scenic spots with strong Thai culture. They could go shopping and enjoy authentic snacks. It’s best to be fun and fresh. Of course I have to come to the Bangkok Floating Market!This time I chose the Guan Shui An Floating Market in Bangkok, which is positioned as a sightseeing floating market. Although the location is remote, it retains many authentic Thai characteristics. It is worth taking a taxi here during the holiday.
How to get to Kwan-Riam Floating Market (Kwan-Riam Floating Market)?
Guan Shui An Floating Market is located along the Khlong Saen Saep Canal. The two banks are connected by bridges. There is a temple on each bank. There are Seri Thai Road and Ramkhamhaeng Road outside. There are bus stop signs on the two main roads, which can be reached by bus, but it is better to take a taxi or chartered bus.
- Thara Korn Village 2 (หมู่บ้านธรากร 2) bus stop sign@兰乾杏路: Bus route 8, 58, 143, 168, 173, 514, 519
- Opposite Saha Union Company (ตรงข้ามบ.สหยูเนี่ยน) bus stop sign@赛瑞泰路: bus route 151, 502, 519, 526
It is recommended to choose Uber to call a taxi first. Wendy enters "Kwan Riam" on the Uber APP and sets it as the destination. The drop-off point is designated as the entrance of the indoor shopping mall next to the Bang Pheng Tai temple. The parking lot is next to it, which is more convenient for parking , The car turns left on Langanxing Road, which is also relatively smooth.If you are taking Ceretai Road, you have to U-turn to return to the Bamphen Nuea Temple. There are many open-air street vendors next to it, and the traffic will be more complicated.
Extended reading:"Uber""GrabTaxi"
▲ When taking a taxi, you can show this map. The map shows the location of the floating market, the name in Thai, and the address in Thai to facilitate communication with the driver.
Brief Introduction to Kwan-Riam Floating Market (Kwan-Riam Floating Market)
Guan Shui An Floating Market was opened in 2012. It is a tourist floating market located along the Khlong Sang Canal. There are temples on each side, Wat Bamphen Nuea and Wat Bang Pheng Tai. Two bridges are built between the two temples to connect the two banks. There is an indoor mall next to each temple, selling food and daily necessities.
The indoor mall next to Bang Pheng Tai Temple is larger, and there are many stalls selling food and daily necessities. There is also a large parking lot next to the mall. It is more convenient to park and call a car. Our group called Uber to come to the gate of this place. This call and wait for Uber to come and pick you up.
The indoor mall next to the Bamphen Nuea Temple is a long strip, with a small number of commodity stalls, but a large number of food stalls. The most important thing is that the open-air stall area is right next to the temple’s parking space. Those who like to visit the open-air stalls must Go here to stroll around.
Experience sharing of visiting Guanrui'an Floating Market
Guan Rui’an's name comes from the Thai novel "Kwan and Riam", which describes the story of a couple who fell in love and separated by opposition from their families, as if the two temples here are separated by the Kongshengsang Canal, and each At 7:XNUMX in the morning on the weekend, the sight of the monks coming by boat for alms has also become the best experience of Thai Buddhist culture.
When the four of us arrived by Uber, it was already close to noon. Unfortunately, we did not have the chance to see the monks alms, but it was quite satisfying to enjoy the authentic Thai cuisine in the indoor mall. It is said that Guan Rui'an is positioned as a tourist floating market, but Because the location is relatively remote after all, the clientele is dominated by local Thai people, and the consumption is quite cheap.
Guan Rui’an mainly sells specialty snacks, daily necessities and gifts. There are also boat trips, performances, and open-air food stalls. The atmosphere of the whole market is quite warm, but most shops do not have air-conditioning facilities. We visited here in mid-February. The climate is pleasant, so it is very comfortable to stroll around. If you come here when the weather is very hot, you have to be mentally prepared.
▲ Arrive by Uber and get off at the entrance of the indoor mall next to the Bang Pheng Tai temple.
▲ There are many special snacks in the indoor mall. As far as the positioning of the sightseeing floating market is concerned, the price is considered low.
▲ There are many dining places, but only electric fans provide ventilation.
▲ On both sides of the walkway to the bridge, there are many shops selling daily necessities or gifts, and there are also seats for rest.
▲ There are many places to raise animals in the floating market, which can be regarded as one of the characteristics of this place.
▲ There are boat docks on both sides of the strait, and you can take boats to visit the floating market.
▲ After crossing the bridge, there is a long indoor shopping mall.
▲ The indoor mall on the other side of the canal sells many special agricultural products, which are very suitable for souvenirs.
▲Walking through the long indoor mall, you will come to an open-air booth next to another temple, just like a garden party.
▲ Another bridge connecting the two temples, although not much decorated, is quite distinctive.
▲ Return to Bang Peng Tai Temple, there are many landscapes around for taking pictures.
▲ Guanrui'an Floating Market is still under continuous expansion and development, but when you come here, don't forget to take the time to experience Thailand's Buddhist culture.
Conclusion: Suggested itinerary for Guanrui'an Floating Market
Those who are familiar with Uber and GrabTaxi ride-hailing services are advised to call a car to the Guanrui'an Floating Market early in the morning. If the time is early enough, you can meet the monks by boat for alms between 7:30-8:00.After dining at the floating market at noon, you can continue to call a car to the Chocolate Manor. You can enjoy sightseeing and taking pictures in the evening. You can also dine in the manor by the way, and then continue to call a taxi to the train to Lidu'an, Huama, and Kasetnawamin Choose one of the three night markets to form a full and rich day itinerary!
Guan Shui An Floating Market is located in the fringe suburbs to the northeast of Bangkok. It has a large area and sparsely populated conditions. In addition to golf courses and parks, there are also two major parks, Saifore Wildlife Park and Siam Paradise, which can be played for a whole day. If the itinerary cannot be arranged to visit the floating market on Saturdays and Sundays, you can also consider purchasing a park package including transfers.
Extended reading: "Li Duan Night Market》 《Huama Night Market》 《Kaset Navamin Train Night Market"
Klook.Itinerary reservation: "Safari Wildlife Park》 《Siam Water World"
◎ Guan Shui An Floating Market in Bangkok. Kwan Riam Floating Market. ตลาดนัด ขวัญ เรียม
- Thai Address: วัด บาง เพ็ง ใต้ ซอย รามคำแหง 185 รามคำแหง แขวง มีนบุรี เขต มีนบุรี กรุงเทพมหานคร
– English address: Wat Bang-pang Tai Soi Ramkhamhaeng 185 Ramkhamhaeng Minburi Minburi Bangkok
– Business hours: 06:00-18:00, Saturday, Sunday, and holidays
– Official website: http://www.kwan-riamfloatingmarket.com/
– Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kwanriamfloatingmarket/
