BKK Day 9 │ Christmas Day • Maeklong Railway Market!

🎄 Christmas Day Adventure: Maeklong Railway Market

Bangkok on Christmas Day? Yes, please! We kicked off the festive morning bright and early—up at 5:45 AM and out the door by 6:30 AM—for a bucket-list experience: a full-day guided tour of two iconic Thai attractions.

✅ Tour Details

I booked the “Damnoen Saduak Floating Market & Maeklong Railway Market Full-Day Guided Tour” via https://www.bangkok-tickets.com/ for THB 950 (≈ MYR 124 / USD 31 / EUR 26) per person. The package included:

• Full-day visit to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market & Maeklong Railway Market
• Choice of private or shared tour
• Local bilingual guide (English & Chinese)
• 40-minute longtail boat ride at Damnoen
• Transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle
• Bottled drinking water

🚖 Getting to the Meeting Point

We Grab-ed our way to Hug Thai Zone at Central World for THB 111 (≈ MYR15/USD4/EUR3). With time to spare, we explored Central World and discovered Casa Lapin, a chic café tucked inside an office lobby.

☕ Coffee Stop at Casa Lapin

Our order:

• 2 Iced Thai Milk Teas
• 1 Hot Caramel Macchiato
• 1 Egg Tart
• Total: THB 580 (≈ MYR76/USD19/EUR16)

🚌 On the Road

After check-in at Hug Thai Zone, we boarded the bus at 7:20 AM. Our guide, Jackson, was a lively and informative host, sharing tips and fun facts about the day’s itinerary.

First stop: The Buffalo Amphawa for a quick break and souvenirs (THB 780 ≈ MYR100/USD25/EUR21). Then, onward to the highlight—Maeklong Railway Market!

🌟 Maeklong Railway Market: Thailand’s Most Unique Market

Located in Samut Songkhram Province, about 70 km west of Bangkok, Maeklong Railway Market (aka Talad Rom Hub) is unlike any other. This bustling market sits right on an active railway line. Vendors sell fresh seafood, fruits, and local goods along the tracks. When a train approaches, they swiftly fold back awnings and move their goods—then resume business as usual once the train passes.

A Bit of History

Dating back to 1905, the market began as a hub for fishermen. Today, it’s a vibrant local market and a top tourist attraction, famous for its dramatic train-passing scenes. The spectacle happens several times daily—perfect for photographers and cultural explorers.

🍽 Brunch by the Tracks

We stopped at Punjung Café, right beside the railway, and ordered:

• Omelette Rice
• Rice in Soup
• Pad Khra Pow
• Extra Omelette
• Passion Fruit Juice
• Apple Soda
• Water
• Hot Mocha

Total: THB 800 (≈ MYR 104 / USD 26 / EUR 22)

At 11:10 AM, we witnessed the train arriving—a thrilling moment straight out of travel blogs! By 11:30 AM, the same train departed for Bangkok, and we headed back to the bus for the next leg of our adventure.

🎥 Coming Up Next…

Stay tuned for the second part of this tour: Damnoen Saduak Floating Market—Thailand’s most famous floating market!

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📍 Location:

Tierra Residences - https://maps.app.goo.gl/JebgPKkRd2FaFaSy7

Hug Thai (centralwOrld) - https://maps.app.goo.gl/hiNFLNw8Nm5Lwcv78

The Buffalo Amphawa - https://maps.app.goo.gl/JwsXB12WvXxYsEAF9

Maeklong Railway Market - https://maps.app.goo.gl/WJrRQMHSSVzqDAsN7

Punjung Cafe - https://maps.app.goo.gl/XMwfg8U9amf99rxX7

Damnoen Saduak Floating Market - https://maps.app.goo.gl/YA9dyo1Ha7doTEDJ8