Maeklong Railway Market
Hoop Rom Market
A unique Thai street market where vendors quickly retract their stalls multiple times a day as a train passes directly through.

šŸš‚ Famous Thai market built directly on active railway tracks.
Vendors quickly move stalls for passing trains.

Why Go

šŸš„ Witness the unique spectacle of a train passing through the market
šŸ›ļø Shop for fresh seafood, local produce, and Thai sweets
šŸš¶ Explore an authentic Thai rural market experience

Why Avoid

āš ļø Can be crowded, especially during train passages
šŸšØ Known as the world's most dangerous market, with occasional fatalities

Tips

šŸ“ø Have your camera ready for the train's whistle
šŸš† Consider riding the Maeklong Railway through the market
šŸ“ Combine with a visit to nearby Amphawa floating market

Cost

šŸ’° Free entry, pay for purchases.

Hours

šŸ•’ Daily 6:00 a.m.

  • 6:00 p.m., train passages 8 times a day.

šŸ…æļø Parking

Available by car, located 60km southwest of Bangkok.

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