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Boat Services in Bangkok, Thailand
Water transportation still plays an important role in the public transport system of Bangkok. As a tourist, you can charter a boat and explore Bangkok’s canals or join one of Bangkok river cruises on the mighty Chao Phraya River. For a more exciting way of exploring the waterways of the Thai capital, you can join locals on public boats operating along the river and on some of the canals in the city.
Bangkok Chao Phraya River Dinner Cruise
Bangkok River Cruise along the Chao Phraya River is another must-do experience when you are visiting the capital of Thailand. During your dinner cruise, you will have an opportunity to enjoy the beauty of the city’s stunning scenery and its famous historical sites while floating on the river, sipping drinks, and enjoying food on board.
Bangkok Chao Phraya River Boat & Ferry Services
There are several types of public boats and ferries operating on the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok.
Chao Phraya Express Boat
Bangkok river boats, also known as Chao Phraya Express Boat service, operate along the Chao Phraya River, and together with cross-river ferries, connect both banks of the river in the Thai capital. Chao Phraya Express Boat service is a very useful means of Bangkok public transport, not only for commuting in the central part of the city but also for sightseeing, as a big part of Bangkok's top attractions can be found by the river.
Chao Phraya Tourist Boat
The Chao Phraya Tourist Boat, also known as Bangkok Blue Flag Boat, is a service running from Phra Arthit Pier to Sathorn Pier. The Chao Phraya Tourist Boat route connects the touristy district of Khao San Road with Thonburi Railway Station, the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Pho, Wat Arun, the Flower Market, Chinatown, ICONSIAM, the BTS SkyTrain Saphan Taksin station, and Asiatique the Riverfront (during late afternoon hours).
Thai Smile Boat
Thai Smile Boat, previously known as MINE Smart Ferry, is an electric Bangkok riverboat service operating on the Chao Phraya River. It's a more comfortable and environmentally friendly alternative to the more common Chao Phraya Express Boat. Thai Smile Boat service operates at around 20 piers along the Chao Phraya River, so it is not as widely available as Chao Phraya Express Boat. However, most important tourist attractions can be visited by using the electric Bangkok riverboat.
Bangkok Cross-River Ferries
Bangkok cross-river ferries are available at many piers along the river in central Bangkok for crossing to the opposite bank of the Chao Phraya River. These river crossing ferries can be very useful if you’re planning to visit Bangkok attractions on the opposite side of the Chao Phraya River, such as Wat Arun.
Bangkok Canal Boat Services
Several larger canals in Bangkok are used by different public canal boat services.
Khlong Saen Saeb Boat
Khlong Saen Saeb Boat is one of Bangkok public transport services that is operating along the canal named “Khlong Saen Saeb”. The route is served by 100 boats with 40-50 seats each, running from the west to the east through Bangkok and back. The route is over 18 kilometers long and connects many shopping spots and attractions such as Central World, Pratunam, Nana, and MBK.
With the Saen Saep Canal Electric Boat, the journey on the same canal can be extended further to Minburi.
Khlong Phadung Krung Kasem Boat
Khlong Phadung Krung Kasem Boat service is the first electric passenger boat service in Bangkok, which is provided on the Phadung Krung Kasem Canal and connects the Hua Lamphong area with Phra Nakhon district.
Bangkok Canal Boat Tours
To explore the waterways of Bangkok, you can also join one of the popular Bangkok canal boat tours or even get a private customized boat tour.
For more Bangkok boat services, explore Bangkok Boats.