Ibrahim Jabbari
Located on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, but on the Thonburi side, Klongsan is a market that not many tourists are inclined to visit. As it is geared toward local Thai, it may be the perfect place to experience a truly authentic Thai market. You also won’t be inundated with tourist prices and can stroll at your leisure.
How to get there
You can reach the market from the BTS- get off at the Saphan Taksin station. You’ll have to cross the river, but it’s easy with the Phraya Express Boat. Afterward, you can take another ferry across to Klong San Pier.
What’s on sale
The contents of this market are varied; some stalls sell trendy items that mirror Western fashions at good prices and others sell little trinkets that would not be out of place as souvenirs. There are also a variety of delicious food stalls, if you get hungry and want to experience truly authentic Thai food.
What prices to expect:
You’ll feel far from the overpriced and overrun markets of Bangkok that often trap tourists. Prices, however, are not fixed so feel free to bargain on goods for a few less baht than they’re marked.
Newbie tip
Go after dark so you can enjoy the live music and good beer that flows abundantly on the river banks!
Click here to get directions on Google maps.
