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15 Best Bangkok Canal & Longtail Boat Tours

The canal rides that show the city Bangkok built before roads: longtail boats through Thonburi’s stilt-house khlongs, temple jetties and the Chao Phraya as main street. The old nickname was Venice of the East, and out here it still fits.

1.Bangkok Canal Tour: 2-Hour Longtail Boat Ride

Discover Bangkok's hidden charm on a 2-hour longtail boat canal tour. See local life, visit The Artists House, and enjoy a unique waterway perspective.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Easy to book and the tour itself was great. Saw some really interesting sights from both the river and the canal. Seeing the giant buddha then the stop off at Thon Buri were highlights for me. The only issue I had was that the initial…”

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3.Bangkok: Temples, Canals & Local Life Bike Tour

Explore Bangkok’s hidden temples, quiet canals, and local neighborhoods on a 3-hour bike tour with expert guides. Authentic insights, great value, and memorable sights.

★ 4.9

“I loved the tour, I could get to know Bangkok in a new way! Our guide Phillip was very friendly and taught us about local food and culture.”

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4.Bangkok: Chao Phraya River Hop-on Hop-off Boat

Explore Bangkok's waterways with the Chao Phraya River hop-on hop-off boat, visiting top sites at your own pace for a great value waterway adventure.

★ 4.5

“great hop on hop off boat but no guide or audio to explain what anything was along the river. you are given a little book with what can be found at each of the stops though and directions to get there. The price is great…”

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6.Hidden Bangkok Canal Tour: A 2-Hour Journey Through Local Life

Discover Bangkok from the water on this 2-hour canal tour. See local life, iconic landmarks, and hidden gems with a friendly guide for $37.50.

★ 5.0

“Yoyo was fantastic guide. Very knowledgeable and entertaining. Obviously proud of his Thonburi roots. I recommend you see this part of Bangkok before it disappears. Artist village is for the tourists but people have to make a living. The Thonburi should be a protected area.”

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7.Bangkok: Bike and Canal Boat Tour with Lunch

Discover Bangkok's hidden gems on a 3.5-hour bike and canal boat tour with lunch. Explore local markets, temples, and scenic waterways with expert guides.

★ 4.9

“A tour that reveals the hidden gems of Bangkok and local life through its narrow streets and canals. Our guide, Matei, was incredibly helpful at every turn and showed us the most fascinating parts of the Old Town. The only thing is that he could…”

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12.Bangkok Long Boat Canal a Big Buddha and Culture Markets Tour

Discover Bangkok by boat on this 2-hour tour exploring canals, a stunning Big Buddha, and local markets—an authentic, affordable way to see hidden sides of the city.

“Travelled in a long boat on the river. A guide explained what we were seeing. Stopped at the footing market and wandered around. An enjoyable time.”

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13.Private ‘Breeze & Pleased Canal Boat Ride – 2hrs (self-guided)

Discover Bangkok's authentic side on a private 2-hour canal boat tour, exploring local life, an orchid farm, and feeding fish—perfect for a relaxed, genuine experience.

★ 5.0

“Lovely 2 hours, super cool and interesting . The orchid farm was so lovely, the fish feeding was a frenzy and seeing so many monitor lizards was also great. A great way to see the other back areas of Bangkok”

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14.Bangkok 3-in-1 Tour: Longtail Boat,TukTuk & Street Food Adventure

Experience Bangkok’s vibrant culture with a 3-in-1 tour featuring longtail boat rides, tuk-tuks, and local street food for an authentic adventure.

★ 5.0

“Oh my goodness what an amazing tour. And Fluke was the best. I was originally nervous as I don’t usually like tours but this was amazing. It was absolutely everything I could’ve wanted in one. In 3 1/2 hours I felt like I saw everything…”

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15.Bangkok Canal Tour by Boat and Bike

Explore Bangkok by bike and boat with this small-group tour, visiting hidden neighborhoods, temples, and markets for an authentic experience for $49.

★ 5.0

“What an incredible day in the streets, alleys, and market places of Bangkok. The bike and boat tour exceeded expectations. I was fortunate to be the only person signing up and had a personalized tour from Tammy. She knows her Read more”

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