Koh Kret Island - Best Day Trip in Bangkok - Thailand 2023

Koh Kret เกาะเกร็ด is a small island in the Chao Phraya River in Nonthaburi Province, Thailand. It is around 3 km long and 3 km wide with an area of over 4.2 square kilometers. It has seven main villages, the largest and most populous being Ban Mon. The island is best known for Thai-Mon people who make pottery for a living. The island is only accessed by ferries.
Koh Kret was originally a meander located on the Chao Praya river. Due to Chao Praya river's curvy path, ships would take longer to reach Ayutthaya, Siam's capital at the time. During the reign of King Thaisa, the king wanted to reduce shipping time and improve the kingdom's economy. He planned a canal which would bypass the meander and act as a shortcut for maritime transport. The canal was dug in 1722, requiring around 10,000 men and taking over a month to complete. After the canal was dug, shipping to Ayutthaya became faster and the canal was called "Klong Lat Kret" by locals. As time passed, the canal became gradually wider due to erosion and became part of the river itself, causing Koh Kret to become an island.
Today Koh Kret is promoted as a cultural tourism destination in Nonthaburi, a suburb of Bangkok. Visitors can experience the way of life of locals and learn about pottery making. You can also rent a bicycle to ride around the island. The food is a mix of thai food and Mon and is the biggest draw for Thais and visitors. Mon food such as khao chae, fried flower and thot man no kala, a variation of Thai fish cake. It is a local food that is not found in other parts of Thailand.
I show you what the island is like now and what to expect if you visit the island. It really is a great side trip for anyone that comes to the city. It’s family friendly and great for all ages.
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Koh Kret is one of the best places to go in Bangkok. There is a small riverside market on the other side of the river that most tourists have no idea about. Here is a video of it if you want to see more.
Wat Yai Sawang Arom Riverside Market - Nonthanaburi Thailand 2023- Local Market on the Chaophraya
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[@The7MilD7]

I love northern Bangkok. Nice video.

[@endlessjourneytravels]

I agree. So many things to see without the crowds of places like Wat Arun and Wat Pho. Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed the video.

[@saranvongmasa2460]

I just subscribed

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Very good. Welcome. You can tell me next week what videos you liked.

[@francistan6016]

Thanks for the information. I be going there as per your guide. Looking forward to a great day out.

[@endlessjourneytravels]

You will enjoy it. This is a great part of the city. I’ve been here probably 40 times and it’s always fun.

[@francistan6016]

Today I was there and was quiet. Nothing much to do just hang out and pass time..

[@endlessjourneytravels]

The main thing is to try the food there. A lot of mom influenced food. I enjoy walking around the island and seeing the temples and other stuff on the island and have lunch on the river. It was probably upper 30’s so the Thais might have stayed home out of the heat.

[@JorgenD-original]

Nice video. We had thought about going there but didn’t take time for it. Next trip to Bkk hope to go there. Then go around on the island

[@endlessjourneytravels]

Glad you enjoyed it. Koh Kret is worth a trip to see. I’ve probably been there at least 50 times and it’s still fun to visit. Next time your here it will be easier to get to with the pink BTS line getting ready to open. I think next time we go I will try my hand at making some pottery. My wife was pretty interested in doing that.

[@jatc11yey]

Thank you for this vid! Been wanting to go there when i go back to bkk

[@endlessjourneytravels]

Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for watching. This is one of my favorite places in the Bangkok area.

[@francistan6016]

What is the pink BTS station near Pak Kret? Please give more information on travelling to Koh Kret

[@endlessjourneytravels]

The closest pink station to Koh Kret is called Yeak Pak Kret. It’s right by the Major Hollywood Shopping center. From there it’s about 1.5 km to the Rama IV bridge. Walk along the river to the south a few hundred meters and jump on the ferry from the Wat Sanam Nuea Pier. There are buses, motorcycle taxis or taxis that can get you to the bridge so pretty easy. I hope that helps.