Pattaya floating market visit a model market showing Thai Culture from a time Passed
Pattaya Floating Market.The floating market in Pattaya is a tourist attraction like no other. Because there are over 100 stalls selling all sorts of stuff from buddha trinkets to crocodile meat skewers. As food is an important part of Thai culture you will not be left feeling hungry. You may find some things may not be that appealing, for instance crispy fried crickets and scorpion they may be high in nutrition therefore not for the faint hearted.
Walk the narrow walk ways, and the water below your feet. Colour, noise and smell will make your senses come alive. Because all the vendors are unique. Therefore each selling their own items. Many from boats. Boat Trips to explore the canals are cheap. It’s like a mini Thai Venice. Because a different perspective is given from the water. Pattaya Floating market covers over 144 Rai. Guided around the canals therefore mixing with all the vendors and other tourists.
The Market gives you an idea of Thai life from a distant past. Therefore no busses, cars and motorcycles. The 4 main regions of Thailand are shown in style of dress and other cultural differences. Thai dancing and boxing also highlight the culture.
Your senses
Many sights will surprise your senses as you wander from bridge to bridge. Visit all the different shops. It will take a good few hours to explore the whole area therefore make sure you are equipped with good walking shoes.
Remember to take lots of photos as these memories will be cherished for ever.
The Floating Market is located on the Sukumvit Road 10 mins from Bangsaray. Heading into Pattaya its on the righthand side. A Toyota dealership is also on the right. Floating Market is 350m after the garage.