This isn't a must-see spot in Bangkok. To be honest, it's not a typical tourist attraction either. But this curiosity reveals a lot about life in Bangkok and the ingenuity of the Thai people! The small, floating pedestrian bridge in Bangkok's eastern city center, which has been around for decades, is worth a look. It's also a great opportunity to ride the Khlong Saen Saep shuttle boats – a relatively unknown form of public transport in Bangkok for foreign tourists, offering a different perspective of the city. The bridge, which spans the canal to the Ridwanun Mosque via a system of pulleys operated by pedal boards, was originally used to cross the canal. It's fun to ride on or simply watch. Sometimes it rocks quite a bit, especially when boats pass by. In fact, there are three floating pedestrian bridges with a combined length of several dozen meters, but only one is in operation all day.

The crossing costs 3 THB (you place the money on the pedal lever of the pedal boat driver).

To reach the floating pedestrian bridge to the Ridwanun Mosque, the best way is to take the shuttle boats on the Khlong Sane Saep Canal. Get off at the Wat Klang Pier stop. From there, it's just a two-minute walk. While several bus lines also stop on the nearby main road, to truly enjoy this riverside experience, you should definitely come by boat!

How to get there

How do you get to the Bang Kapi floating pedestrian bridge across the canal? The most comfortable and scenic way to reach the floating pedestrian bridge leading to the Ridwanun Mosque is to take the shuttle boats on the Khlong Sane Saep Canal and get off at the Wat Klang Pier stop. From there, it's just a two-minute walk. While there are several bus lines that run nearby on the main road, for a truly unforgettable riverside experience, you should definitely come by boat!