Khlong Hae Floating Market

Khlong Hae Floating Market is a floating market in southern Thailand where merchants sell goods from wooden boats along the canal. They offer fresh produce, traditional dishes, and handmade products directly from the water.

This market was established as the first floating market in southern Thailand and has deep roots in the local community. Its location directly across from Wat Khlong Hae temple shows the connection between commerce and religious life.

Vendors here wear traditional Thai clothing and offer both Buddhist and Muslim dishes from their boats. This blend of food traditions shows how different communities work together along the waterway.

The market is open from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Friday through Sunday, with the largest crowds arriving during weekend evenings. It is practical to visit in the early evening hours to encounter fewer people and enjoy a more relaxed exploration.

Vendors serve food in sustainable containers made from natural materials like coconut shells, bamboo tubes, and clay pots. This environment-friendly practice is rooted in local tradition and keeps packaging waste out of the canal.