Photharam District Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)

MUST VISIT before you die: Maeklong Railway

#wheretogo The Maeklong Railway Market, also known as the Maeklong Market or Talad Rom Hup in Thai, is a unique and vibrant market located in Maeklong, a town in the Samut Songkhram Province of Thailand. What makes this market particularly famous and fascinating is the fact that it is situated directly on an active railway track. The market is situated about 72 kilometers southwest of Bangkok, making it a popular day trip destination for tourists visiting the capital city. It is an open-air market that sells a wide variety of fresh produce, seafood, meats, clothing, handicrafts, and other local goods. Vendors set up their stalls along the train tracks, creating a bustling and colorful atmosphere. When the Train approaches the vendors will move their goods (on wheel) backwards temporarily - happens 8 times per day. The space between the train and the stalls is minimal, and the clearance is just enough to allow the train to pass through. Everyone here knows when to move in, and the tourist follows. 💡𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐊𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭: The train follows a fixed schedule with eight daily runs, departing at the following times: 6:20 am, 8:30 am, 9:00 am, 11:10 am, 11:30 am, 2:30 pm, 3:30 pm, and 5:40 pm as it travels through Maeklong Market. It is advisable to plan your visit in the morning hours, as the vendors typically close up shop after 3:00 pm, allowing you to witness the train passing through the market. The Maeklong Railway Market offers a one-of-a-kind experience. It's a MUST-visit once in your lifetime. 📍Mae Klong Market, Samut Songkram (1.30-2 hours drive from Bangkok)

Maeklong Railway Market

Whilst this is not the most convenient place to visit, it is a must do once in a lifetime. Can be done in a day tour together with floating market. The train brushes again you while u stand at the sidewalk of the stalls but not to worry, it’s slow moving. Pro-tip to take nice photos and after train passes you jump onto the track and to have a photo with the train without risking your life. #wheretogo #bkk #mustsee #maeklong

Maeklong Railway Market - yes the real train market

#wecreate #maeklong #thailand #railwaymarket Watching how the train passing thru hundreds of curious tourist and seller pulling down their canopies and once train passing thru, the vendors started pulling down the canopies really a sight to see. There is even a small smoothies cafe in the middle of the market and this is where we stop and have the best view of the entire train passing thru

Meaklong Floating Market

It’s our first time visiting a floating marketing and we decided on Meaklong amongst other options for floating markets. It cost about 1000 bhat per pax for the 1 hour ride down the river and floating homes. As we visited on a weekday, many shops were closed but the ride was peaceful and slow. Overall it’s a different experience from the busy downtown. Note that the journey from Bangkok city to Meaklong is about +1 hour, provided there isn’t a jam. #wecreate

Wat Tham Nam: A Cultural Haven

Wat Tham Nam, located in Ratchaburi province, is a beautiful and peaceful temple that offers visitors the opportunity to pray and learn about the history of the area. The temple is well-maintained and the grounds are lush and serene. The stories and history shared by the local monks provide valuable insight into the cultural and religious heritage of the region. Overall, I highly recommend a visit to Wat Tham Nam for anyone interested in Thai culture and history.#urbanexplorer #awesomepic #bucketlistreboot

Address - Krua Lung Dor/ Ratchaburi Ambiance/Facilities - Local restaurant Highlights - Tom Yam Avg. Price per Person - 250/head Rating - 5/5 ครัวลุงด้อ สั่งได้เลยอร่อยทุกอย่าง แต่ทุกครั้งที่ผ่านไปจะชอบเมนู ปลาคังต้มยำแบบหม้อไฟ หอมมาก แซ่บมาก ขิงข่าตะไคร้มะกรูดรับรองได้ว่าถึงใจ อร่อยเหาะ เนื้อปลาคังขาวๆคัดเลือกวัตถุดิบมาอย่างดี ใส่เห็ดมาให้อร่อยในหม้อด้วย สนนที่ราคาเพียง 200 บาท/หม้อ จานถัดมาปีกไก่ทอดธรรมดาๆนี่แหละ แต่กรอบรอกนุ่มในมากๆ อาจแพงไปนิดที่ราคา 120 บาท/จาน กับปีกไก่จำนวน 6 ชิ้นแบบคละขนาดมาให้ สั่งไป 2 จาน กินเพลินๆไปเลย สำหรับจานสุดท้ายปลากรายผัดฉ่า อยากแซ่บพร้อมกับสมุนไพรนาๆชนิด พริกไทยดำ กระชายแก่ไปนิดนะรอบนี้ เคี้ยวไปอาจจะแข็งไปหน่อย แต่รสชาติบอกเลยผ่านทุกจาน ผ่านไปทุกรอบต้องแวะไปทักทายตลอดๆ บรรยากาศร้านดีมาก จานชามสะอาดสะอ้าน

Photharam Gallery

Location: No. 23, Photharam Road, Photharam Subdistrict, Photharam District, Ratchaburi Province Open for viewing on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays. The gallery is open for free viewing (donations are welcome to help maintain the old house). It is a gallery that collects images of Photharam town, the lifestyle of the locals, by professional photographers from the Sahaphap group in the renovated century-old house.