Rom Hub Floating Market, also known as the Umbrella-Folding Market, is a historic and unique floating market located in Samut Songkhram Province. The market is famous for its traditional Thai canal lifestyle, where vendors sell fresh fruits, local food, drinks, and handmade crafts directly from boats.
Visitors can take boat rides along the canals, taste authentic Thai dishes, shop for local products, and photograph the colorful, lively market scene. The market provides an authentic experience of traditional Thai floating market culture.
Activities at Rom Hub Floating Market
1. Boat Tour Around the Market
• Take a traditional boat ride along the canals to see vendors selling fresh fruits, local dishes, snacks, drinks, and handmade crafts.
• Perfect for photography and experiencing authentic Thai floating market life.
2. Taste Local Thai Food
• Sample traditional Thai snacks and dishes sold from boats, such as grilled seafood, coconut pancakes, and fresh tropical fruits.
3. Shopping for Souvenirs and Local Products
• Buy unique handmade crafts, local snacks, and traditional products directly from the vendors.
4. Photography of Market Life
• Capture the vibrant boats, colorful products, and canal-side daily life for memorable photos.
5. Experience Traditional Canal Culture
• Observe the local lifestyle and trade along the canals.
• Learn about traditional Thai canal commerce and community life.
6. Explore the Surrounding Scenic Canals
• Take a longer boat ride to see riverside houses, fruit orchards, and peaceful natural surroundings.