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Nonthaburi Riverside Cafes
+ Strolls, 2 Days

Nonthaburi is a province right next to Bangkok, and its charm comes from the Chao Phraya River. Both banks are lined with wooden riverside cafes, old temples, pier-side markets, and a midstream island called Ko Kret. We've put together a 2-day plan for people who want to sip coffee while boats drift past, with easy strolls in between and no need to rush. It works for couples, small groups of friends, or going solo.

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Nonthaburi Riverside Cafes + Strolls, 2 Days

πŸ”„ Updated 21 Jun 2026

This plan is set up so you can come over from Bangkok comfortably. Day one stays on the Nonthaburi town side around Tha Nam Non pier, focused on riverside walking, paying respects at old temples, then closing the day at a wooden-house cafe to watch the sunset. Day two crosses over to Ko Kret to cycle or walk around the island, stopping at a riverside cafe converted from an old rice mill before taking the boat back. If you only have one day, just pick whichever day you like best.

Before you go β€” a few things to know

  • Easy from Bangkok β€” take the MRT Purple Line and get off at a station near the river, or ride the Chao Phraya Express Boat straight from the city to Tha Nam Non pier.
  • Weekends are busier β€” the popular cafes and Ko Kret get packed on days off. If you want it genuinely chilled, try a weekday.
  • Check ahead in the rainy season β€” many riverside cafes are open-air, and during heavy rain the riverside section may close, so it's worth calling the shop first.
  • Budget travel time within Nonthaburi β€” traffic in the evening is just like Bangkok, so if you're heading to a cafe for the sunset, leave by around 4:00 pm.
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Day 1 β€” Tha Nam Non riverside stroll + a sunset cafe

Day 1

Nonthaburi town side Β· stroll, temple, riverside coffee

9:30 am
Start at Tha Nam Non market for breakfastTha Nam Non is the originating pier of the Chao Phraya Express Boat on the Nonthaburi side, and the area around it is a large community market with old shops selling both savoury and sweet food to graze on. Start the day with old-style coffee or pa thong ko (fried dough sticks).
10:30 am
Take a cross-river ferry or an express boat along the riverTry a short boat ride to take in the riverside houses on both banks. It's how locals in Nonthaburi get around, and the views are well worth the ticket, which costs only a few tens of baht.
11:30 am
Pay respects at Wat Chalerm Phra Kiat WorawihanAn old temple on the Chao Phraya, over 170 years old, built in the reign of King Rama III, with beautiful Thai-Chinese architecture. There's a riverside courtyard to walk around, feed the fish, and take photos at your own pace. Free entry.
1:00 pm
Lunch near the pierThis area is known for boat noodles and made-to-order riverside restaurants. Pick a place with a table right by the river so you can eat while the boats go by.
3:30 pm
Head to Baan Tha Nam Non cafe (Chaopraya Antique Cafe)A wooden-house cafe on the Chao Phraya in Soi Phibun Songkhram 15 where you sit right by the water. The cafe section is open until about 4:00 pm, while the restaurant section runs on into the evening. There's a parking lot, and if you don't drive, take the boat to Tha Nam Non pier and grab a motorbike taxi.
5:30 pm
Catch the riverside sunsetThe evening light is the prettiest of the day β€” sit with a drink and watch the sky change colour. If you fancy a long dinner, the riverside spots around here do mu kratha (Thai BBQ hotpot) and Thai food to carry on with.

Day 1 tip

If you're set on Baan Tha Nam Non cafe for the sunset, check the cafe section's closing time with the shop first, because on some days the coffee side closes earlier than the food side. On weekends it's worth calling ahead to reserve a riverside table.

Day 2 β€” Ko Kret loop + Chao Phraya riverside cafes

Day 2

Ko Kret Β· walk, cycle, old-rice-mill cafe

9:30 am
Take the ferry over to Ko Kret from Wat Sanam Nuea pierKo Kret is an island in the middle of the Chao Phraya with no cars, so it's quiet and peaceful. The cross-river ferry costs only a few tens of baht. Go a bit early so you can walk before the sun gets strong.
10:00 am
Walk or rent a bike around the islandThe loop around the island is a narrow concrete path past Mon community homes, gardens, and temples. An easy cycle of about 1–2 hours covers the whole island. Stop at Wat Poramai Yikawat, whose leaning chedi is the island's landmark.
11:30 am
Try Mon community sweets and snacksKo Kret is famous for Mon pottery and for foods like thot man no kala (fried fish cakes with kala-palm shoots), khao chae, and old-fashioned Thai sweets. Graze as you go along the way.
1:00 pm
Lunch at Rongsi StudioA riverside cafe and restaurant renovated from a rice mill more than a hundred years old, with raw timber structure and plenty of photo corners. Open daily 10:00 am–10:00 pm, around 100–250 THB per person. Some spots require a short ride on a small boat across the canal to get in.
3:00 pm
Carry on to another riverside cafeNearby is Rangnok Cafe & Bar, a Bali-style cafe on the Chao Phraya that stays open late, with full river views β€” great for sitting on into the late afternoon. Around 250–500 THB per person.
5:00 pm
Take the boat back acrossCatch the evening light by the river before crossing back. If you're driving back to Bangkok, leaving before dark helps you dodge the traffic.

Nonthaburi riverside cafes people talk about a lot

Beyond the spots in the plan above, Nonthaburi has several more Chao Phraya riverside cafes to choose from depending on your mood. We've picked ones with steady reviews that are genuinely still open, as alternatives.

1

Rongsi Studio

Ko Kret Β· open daily 10:00 am–10:00 pm

An old rice mill on the Chao Phraya at Ko Kret turned into a cafe, restaurant, and homestay all in one. Cool raw-timber frame, lots of photo corners, and a proper riverside feel.

RiversideKo KretCafe + food
ΰΈΏ100–250 per person
2

Rangnok Cafe & Bar

Ko Kret Β· open daily 11:00 am–12:00 am

A Bali-style cafe in the middle of Ko Kret, right on the Chao Phraya. Open late, good for chilling from afternoon into the evening, with both coffee and bar drinks.

RiversideBali styleOpen late
ΰΈΏ250–500 per person
3

Baan Tha Nam Non (Chaopraya Antique Cafe)

Nonthaburi town side Β· cafe section closes around 4:00 pm

A wooden-house cafe on the Chao Phraya on the Nonthaburi town side, in Soi Phibun Songkhram 15. You sit right by the water and catch the sunset in the evening. Both a cafe and a restaurant.

RiversideWooden houseSunset
drinks from ΰΈΏ80–90
4

Arelomdee Cafe

Pak Kret area Β· on the Chao Phraya

A vintage-style riverside cafe with a slow-life concept, where you take in the Chao Phraya view at an easy, unhurried pace.

RiversideVintageChill
drinks in the low hundreds of baht
5

Sai Nam Cafe Ko Kret

Ko Kret Β· riverside

A riverside cafe on Ko Kret with both a drinks menu and food, good for a break while walking around the island.

RiversideKo KretRest stop
drinks around a hundred baht
6

Baan Hia Cafe

Ko Kret Β· cafe + food

A riverside restaurant and cafe on Ko Kret with both indoor seating and a riverside zone to choose from. Relaxed atmosphere, good for going as a group.

RiversideKo KretGood for groups
around a hundred baht per person

Where's good for a riverside stroll

If you're mainly here to walk and not just for cafes, Nonthaburi has several riverside spots with a nice atmosphere β€” easy walking, not far apart.

Nonthaburi town side

Tha Nam Non Market

An old pier with a community market where you can graze on food and watch the boats come and go all day. A good starting point on the Nonthaburi town side.

Riverside temple

Wat Chalerm Phra Kiat riverside courtyard

A wide courtyard on the Chao Phraya in an old temple β€” feed the fish, photograph the Thai-Chinese architecture, quiet and calm.

Midstream island

The Ko Kret loop

A walking-and-cycling path around the midstream island with no cars, passing Mon communities, temples, and riverside cafes.

Want to do it in one day?

If you only have one day, pick day two (Ko Kret) β€” you get the strolling, riverside cafes, and community food all in one place. But if you'd rather not take a boat, go with day one on the Nonthaburi town side, which is easy to reach by car and MRT.

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FAQ

Which Nonthaburi riverside cafe has the best view?

If you want the full Chao Phraya view, go for the Ko Kret side β€” places like Rongsi Studio, renovated from an old rice mill, and the Bali-style Rangnok Cafe & Bar. On the Nonthaburi town side, Baan Tha Nam Non is a wooden house right on the water with a lovely sunset.

How many days do you need for cafe-hopping in Nonthaburi?

One day works if you focus on a single area, but if you want both the Nonthaburi town side and Ko Kret without rushing, 2 days is just right β€” riverside strolling on the town side on day one, then crossing over to Ko Kret on day two.

Do you have to take a boat to get to Ko Kret?

Yes. Ko Kret is a midstream island with no road bridge, so you cross by ferry from Wat Sanam Nuea pier, costing a few tens of baht. On the island you get around on foot or by renting a bike.

Is it easy to get from Bangkok to Nonthaburi?

Very easy. Take the MRT Purple Line straight into Nonthaburi, or ride the Chao Phraya Express Boat to Tha Nam Non pier. If you drive, it doesn't take long from central Bangkok.

Is there much difference between weekdays and weekends at Nonthaburi riverside cafes?

Quite a bit. On weekends the popular cafes and Ko Kret are crowded, and some places have a wait for a table. If you want to sit and chill and take photos at your leisure, weekdays are emptier.

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