Attractions
Tha Kha Floating Market
Tha Kha Floating Market is located in Tha Kha Subdistrict, Amphawa District, Samut Songkhram. It is a traditional local floating market that retains the simple atmosphere and way of life of the orchard communities along the canals.
Local residents bring vegetables, fruits, coconut sugar, and other agricultural products from their orchards by boat to sell at the market, particularly during the morning. Tha Kha is a good choice for travelers who want to experience local community life, see traditional orchard culture, and discover local food and products.
What to See at Tha Kha Floating Market
The main attraction of Tha Kha Floating Market is its traditional community atmosphere. Vendors arrive by boat to sell produce from local orchards, including chili, onions, garlic, guava, coconut, rose apple, pomelo, and coconut sugar.
Visitors can walk around the market, buy fresh produce, food, desserts, and local products, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the canal-side community.
Experience Traditional Orchard Community Life
Tha Kha Floating Market provides a glimpse into a traditional way of life closely connected to orchards and waterways. It has a more local and agricultural character than larger tourist-oriented floating markets.
A visit is particularly suitable for travelers who want to see how local communities live and trade, discover fresh produce from nearby gardens, and experience a quieter side of Samut Songkhram.
Boat Trips Through the Orchards and Canals
In addition to exploring the market, visitors can arrange a small boat trip through the surrounding community, canals, and fruit orchards.
A boat ride offers a different perspective of Tha Kha and provides an opportunity to see coconut and fruit orchards, local homes, and the waterways that remain closely connected to the community's traditional way of life.
When Is Tha Kha Floating Market Open?
Tha Kha Floating Market traditionally operates on the 2nd, 7th, and 12th lunar days of the waxing and waning moon, which occur every five days, as well as Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Opening days, hours, and boat services may change depending on the season, weather, and local operations. Visitors are advised to check the latest information before traveling.
Best Time to Visit Tha Kha Floating Market
Morning is the best time to experience Tha Kha Floating Market, when local vendors are selling agricultural products and freshly prepared food.
Travelers who want to experience the market at its most active should plan their visit during the published market hours and allow additional time for a boat trip through the surrounding orchards and canals.
How to Get to Tha Kha Floating Market
Tha Kha Floating Market is located in Tha Kha Subdistrict, Amphawa District, Samut Songkhram. The market can be reached by private car and navigation apps such as Google Maps.
Travelers exploring Amphawa can combine Tha Kha Floating Market with Amphawa Floating Market, Wat Bang Kung, King Rama II Memorial Park, and other attractions in Samut Songkhram.
What to Visit Near Tha Kha Floating Market
Tha Kha Floating Market can be combined with other attractions in Amphawa and the surrounding area, including:
Wat Bang Kung
Where to Stay for a Visit to Tha Kha Floating Market
Baan Siriporn Resort in Samut Songkhram is an accommodation option for travelers who want to stay overnight while visiting Tha Kha Floating Market, Amphawa Floating Market, and other attractions in Samut Songkhram.
You can travel from Baan Siriporn Resort to Tha Kha Floating Market, which is only 11.6 kilometres away, or approximately 20–25 minutes by car.
Guests can ask our staff for directions to Tha Kha Floating Market, the best time to visit, and other nearby attractions to help plan an Amphawa sightseeing itinerary.