Khlong Bang Luang Floating Market

"Khlong Bang Luang, often mistaken for a traditional floating market, offers a unique, tranquil experience away from the usual bustling tourist spots. Rather than a floating market in the typical sense, Khlong Bang Luang is a serene riverside community, also known as Bangkok’s "Klong Bang Luang Artist’s Village." Here, a collection of galleries, shops, and cozy cafes line the canal, creating a peaceful retreat into Bangkok’s cultural heritage. Baan Silapin, the heart of this community, functions as a combined art gallery, cafe, and performance space, situated in a charming, traditional Thai house. With its dark wood structure, creaking staircases, and quiet corners, Baan Silapin offers a relaxing spot to sip coffee while admiring local artwork. Walking along the rickety canal-side paths, visitors can explore small shops selling art and crafts, and spot local vendors passing by on boats selling fresh produce. For a bite, head across the quirky bridge to Kuay Jab P Boy, a small noodle shop by the water where locals enjoy bowls of guay jab moo. For just 40 baht, you can savor wide rice noodles in a rich broth of pork and Chinese spices, followed by a treat of mango sticky rice. Unhurried and authentic, Khlong Bang Luang offers an ideal way to spend a quiet morning, enjoying a piece of old Bangkok’s culture along its storied waterways."

"Canalside walkways with an art gallery, craft stalls, Thai eateries & boats selling noodle dishes."