[2025 Mueang Samut Songkhram Attraction] Travel Guide for Talad Rom Hub Market - Samut Songkhram (Updated Apr)

It is a market where vendors set up stalls to sell their products on both sides of the Mae Klong-Ban Laem railway line, which is a railway line running between Mahachai and Mae Klong. Various stalls, whether they are open umbrellas or canvases to protect from the sun and rain, encroach on the railway area, and people who come to shop will use the railway as a road to walk and choose. When a train passes by, vendors rush to close their umbrellas or canvases, and when the train has passed, they will open their umbrellas or canvases again to encroach on the railway. #Places to visit near Bangkok #100 ways to visit #Umbrella Market #Samut Songkhram

#Markets and walking streets The lively Umbrella Market Mae Klong Market, or better known as Umbrella Market, is another landmark that you must not miss when visiting Samut Songkhram Province. The specialty of this market is that it is located next to the railway tracks, allowing a train to run through the middle of the market, which is a rare sight and a great source of excitement for tourists. Charm of Umbrella Market 🚂⛱️ A train running through the middle of the market: The highlight that everyone is waiting for is when the train passes by. Vendors must quickly pack up and fold their umbrellas to make way for the train to pass. This is an impressive sight that only a few places in the world have actually seen. 📍 Mae Klong Market, Mae Klong Railway Station, Samut Songkhram Province

#GetDiscountsWithoutLuck **Review of Ban Laem-Mae Klong Railway Route: Traveling to the View of Salt Fields and Beautiful Nature** Traveling by train from Ban Laem Station to Mae Klong in Samut Songkhram Province is one of the short train routes but is full of charm of riverside lifestyle and nature that is hard to find. Although the distance is only about 30 kilometers and takes about 1 hour, every minute on this wedding train will take you back to experience the simplicity that blends with the salt fields, rivers, canals and old communities that still maintain their uniqueness impressively. **Starting point at Ban Laem Station** Ban Laem Station is located in Ban Laem District, Phetchaburi Province. It is a small colonial-style station that still maintains its original structure. Although it is not as bustling as the big stations, it gives a friendly and intimate feeling. Most of the passengers are locals who use the service regularly or tourists heading to Mae Klong to see the famous Umbrella Market. When the train slowly starts off, the faint sound of the whistle and the rhythm of the wheels hitting the tracks echo in a familiar melody. You will experience the slowness of a "Thai train" that gives you time to absorb every image around you. **Salt Fields: Rare Images of the Samut People's Way of Life** A few minutes after leaving the station The first sight that catches your eye is the vast "salt fields" spreading on both sides of the railway. This area is an important source of sea salt in Thailand. Farmers work from early morning to scoop seawater into the salt fields and wait for the sunlight to burn the produce until they get clean white salt. During the dry season (around November-May), the salt fields are especially beautiful when the salt crust forms into sheets like a mirror, reflecting the sunlight like the sea hidden on land. In some places, there are piles of salt in the shape of cones, similar to small icebergs. Sometimes you can see villagers diligently scooping salt into baskets with brooms. These images are not only beautiful, but also tell the story of the hardships and wisdom of traditional salt production. **Nature on both sides of the road: From mangrove forests to waterways** In addition to the salt fields, this route also takes you through wetlands and lush mangrove forests. Looking out the window, you will see rows of nipa palms, mangroves, and coconut trees leaning down close to the railway tracks. At some points, there are narrow canals winding between the salt fields and the communities. Villagers' fishing boats are parked along the roadside. Some boats are sailing back and forth with the roar of their engines. It is a life that truly relies on nature. When the train passes through the Mae Klong River, you will see a panoramic view of the river. The morning or evening sunlight reflects the sparkling water surface. This is the best time to take pictures because the train moves slowly until it almost stops while people on the boat wave to greet each other in a friendly manner. **Life of the community along the tracks: Simplicity that still breathes** This train not only takes you to see nature but also reflects the way of life of the community along the tracks. There are no tall buildings or shopping malls here, but there are small, colorful wooden houses built along the tracks. Some houses have flower pots lined up, some houses dry fish along the road. Children run around in the rice fields, dogs sleep in the sunlight, while vendors wave to greet passengers warmly. This is a scene that makes the journey not boring even for a second. **Destination at Mae Klong Station: A worthwhile destination** When the train slowly stops at Mae Klong Station, you may feel sorry that the journey has ended. But don't worry, because Mae Klong still has interesting places waiting, such as the Umbrella Market (Mae Klong Market), where tourists can walk to taste local food and continue shopping. **Summary: Poetry on the tracks** Taking the Ban Laem-Mae Klong train is not just a journey. But it is an experience that deeply connects you with nature and local culture. This route is perfect for those who love photography, love the slow life and want to see a glimpse of Thailand that is fading away. Every second on the train is a poem composed by nature and humans, reminding us that...true beauty is often not far from simplicity. **(Additional advice)** - The best time to travel is **in the morning (train departs around 10.30 am)** to avoid the hot sun and enjoy the beautiful light. - **The recommended tourist season is late-early summer** (November-March) when the salt fields are at their most beautiful. - Don't forget to bring your camera and a sun hat!

#GetDiscountsWithoutLuck **Review of Talat Rom Hup Maeklong: Experience the Magic of a Railway Market** Imagine a market where trading and daily life are miraculously intertwined with the railway... This is **Talat Rom Hup Maeklong** (Talat Rom Hup) in Samut Songkhram Province, a unique tourist attraction that travelers should not miss! ### **A Unique Market: Life and Railways** Talat Rom Hup is not just a regular fresh market, but a place where vendors and trains share space in an amazing way. The market is located on the Maeklong-Ban Laem railway line, which is still in use, with 4 trips per day (at 08.30, 11.10, 14.30, and 17.40). When the train approaches, vendors quickly put away their umbrellas, goods, and stalls so that the train can pass by just a few centimeters away! The sight is so amazing that many people immediately raise their cameras to record it. ### **Local Atmosphere and Good Products** This market is bustling since early morning with both locals and tourists. The aroma of local food wafts in the air, whether it’s **red noodle soup**, **Khanom Chak**, or **authentic Thai papaya salad**. Seasonal fruits such as ripe Nam Dok Mai mangoes, mangosteens, and durians are also lined up for sale, fresh and reasonably priced. Must-buy items include **Khanom Kala** (coconut sugar coconut milk dessert), **Maeklong dried shrimp**, and **Shrimp paste products**. There are also popular souvenirs such as carved wooden mortars and woven coconut leaf products. ### **Tips for a fun trip** 1. **Come early and know the time** – Arrive 30 minutes before the train passes to walk around the market and find beautiful photo spots. 2. **Dress appropriately** – Wear comfortable shoes, protect from the sun, and prepare a light bag for ease of movement. 3. **Safety first** – When you hear the train signal, (The siren and vendors start moving) Hurry to a safe place. ### **Nearby routes and attractions** Amphawa Floating Market is about 1.30 hours from Bangkok by private car or by van from Sai Tai Mai. If you have time, we recommend you to stop by **Amphawa Floating Market** to see the way of life along the canal or **Wat Bang Kung** with an old church surrounded by Bodhi trees. ### **Summary: A unique wonder** Amphawa Floating Market is not only a tourist attraction, but also an experience that reflects the classic Thai way of life. Seeing the quick cooperation of vendors and the closeness to the train is something that is not easy to find. If you want to experience this specialty with your own eyes... Amphawa Floating Market is waiting for you! Whether you are a cultural tourist or a photography lover, this market will definitely give you a memorable story :)

#GetDiscountWithoutLuck When it comes to old fish ball noodle shops in Samut Sakhon Province, one of the shops you should try is “Chun Panich Jae Ang” which has been open for over 50 years. The highlight is the homemade fish balls. I went during noon on Saturday and the shop was packed. It’s probably because it’s a shophouse near the old market, so there’s not much space. But overall, the service is good and quite fast. The shop is located near Rom Hub Market, a famous tourist attraction in Samut Sakhon. If you stop by this market and want to eat noodles, you can come and try this shop. #DeliciousTellOthers #RecommendDeliciousRestaurant #ReviewDeliciousRestaurant

Samut Songkhram Umbrella Market 🚂🌾🍲 is an interesting tourist attraction because there is a special train passing through the market. It is a location that connects traditions and the atmosphere of the local community. Here you will experience the real unseen Thailand. There are delicious local foods such as sea bass curry rice and fried fish balls. And you can buy a variety of products made from natural materials here! 🎉🎏 It is recommended to check the train schedule before traveling to see the unseen moment when the umbrellas are folded to collect the vendors' goods. #UmbrellaMarket #SamutSongkhram #TrainPassingTheMarket #PlacesToVisitNearBangkok