Chonburi 108

Local Travel Spots

Beaches, islands, temples, landmarks, and photo spots in Chonburi 108

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Attractions

Beaches

4.5

Ko Kham

A small navy-managed island with clear water and white sand, run as a day trip. No overnight stays.

4.6

Nongnooch Tropical Garden

A large botanical garden of themed sections — orchids, cacti, a dinosaur park — plus Thai cultural shows. Take the shuttle, and arrive between 08:00 and 10:00.

Hotels & Stays

2

Amari Bangsaen

Amari Bangsaen is a beachfront resort on Bangsaen Beach run by ONYX Hospitality Group. Formerly The Tide Resort, it…

Contour Bangsaen

Contour Bangsaen is a small minimalist stay in white, known for its curved walls and arched walkway around a lawn…

Islands

Temple

Landmark

Photo Spots

4.6

Nam Sai Beach

A quiet, clean white-sand beach with shallow water and casuarina shade — good for families with small children. Loungers and food available.

4.5

Ko Lan

The largest island off Pattaya, about 40 minutes by ferry from Bali Hai pier. Several beaches to choose from; get around by rented motorbike or songthaew.

4.4

Bangsaen Beach

Bangsaen's main beach, running along Bangsaen Sai 1 Road with deckchairs, seafood restaurants and rubber-ring hire — the day-trip beach for Bangkok.

4.5

Ko Si Chang

A mid-sized island about 45 minutes by boat from Ko Loi pier. The whole island fits into a day by skylab tuk-tuk or rented motorbike — an easy day trip from Sriracha.

4.4

Khao Sam Muk

The headland at the end of Bangsaen beach, with the Chao Mae Sam Muk shrine, seafood restaurants and clifftop cafes. Steps run to the top.

4.3

Wat Saensuk

A temple with open-air sculptures depicting the Buddhist hells and heavens, plus a newer white ordination hall, fish and turtle ponds, and parking.

4.5

Chong Khao Khat

A cleft in the cliff opening onto open sea, with steps down to a lower viewpoint. Very exposed — bring a hat and water.

4.3

Nong Mon Market

Bangsaen's souvenir market, known for bamboo sticky rice roasted at the shopfront, fried durian and dried seafood. Taste first and compare a few stalls.

4.5

Buddha Mountain — Khao Chi Chan

A colossal Buddha image laser-etched into a limestone cliff, fronted by a wide landscaped plaza. Free to enter, with parking and shops.

4.7

Laem Tham Phang

A natural rock arch eroded through into a frame onto the sea — the island's most photographed spot. The path down is steep, weekends mean queueing, and there are no toilets. Free.

4.6

Ko Samae San (Luk Lom Beach)

An island under the royal plant genetics conservation project, 15–20 minutes by boat, with a free shuttle to Luk Lom beach, snorkelling and a food centre.

4.5

Wat Khao Tabaek

A hilltop temple with a wishing-ribbon bridge and a skywalk viewpoint. The climb is steep — take the steps or the road. Free parking.

4.4

Jomtien Beach

A long beach south of Pattaya, quieter and better for families, with a shoreline promenade, restaurants and a night market nearby.

4.7

The Sanctuary of Truth

A seafront timber sanctuary over 100 metres tall, carved throughout and built without iron nails — and still under construction. Allow two to three hours.

4.5

Wat Luang Pee Sam

A modern temple built around an artificial naga cave and waterfall. Free entry, with a large car park.

4.6

Ramayana Water Park

Thailand's largest water park, themed on the Ramayana epic — 26 slides across 34 lanes, a double wave pool, a lazy river and four children's zones.

4.6

North Pattaya Beach

The northern stretch of Pattaya beach — less crowded than the middle, with restaurants and water sports. Best early or late.

4.5

Ang Sila Local Fish Market

The largest fresh seafood market in Chonburi town. Pick what you want and have a stall cook it on the spot; prices are posted, and there is seating by the water.

4.6

Phra Chudathut Ratchathan Palace

The only Thai royal residence ever built on an island, from the reign of Rama V. Now a museum and seafront park with bilingual labels. Free to enter.

4.6

Khao Phra Tamnak Viewpoint

The panoramic viewpoint over Pattaya bay, with the PATTAYA CITY sign. Crowded at sunset; there is a cafe at the top.

4.4

Khao Kheow Open Zoo

A very large open zoo — hire a golf cart or use the tram. Feeding zones and several shows a day; buy tickets online in advance.

4.8

Wihan Thep Sathit Phra Kiti Chalerm

A three-storey Chinese temple covered wall to wall in carving and painted scenes, known for its large naga figure. Come early to avoid the crush.

4.6

Institute of Marine Science (Bangsaen Aquarium)

Burapha University's aquarium, with a newer building housing a fish tunnel and a jellyfish gallery. Inexpensive, and a good option for families or a wet day.

4.7

Wat Yanasangwararam Woramahavihara

A very large royal temple gathering Thai, Chinese and Indian architecture on one site, with lotus ponds and gardens. Free entry, with a shuttle tram.

3.9

Pattaya Floating Market

A built floating market representing Thailand's four regions, with boat vendors, food and crafts. Admission and boat rides are charged separately.

4.4

Art in Paradise Pattaya

An indoor 3D trick-art museum where the paintings are made to be photographed with you inside them. Good for families and wet days.

4.4

Nual Beach

A small, quiet Ko Lan beach for getting away from the main ones. Facilities are limited.

4.7

Samae Beach

A Ko Lan beach with clear water and fewer people than Tawaen, with restaurants and deckchairs. Reached from the pier by songthaew or motorbike.

4.0

FROST Magical Ice of Siam

A white outdoor sculpture park paired with a sub-zero ice room, with a skating rink, ice slide and snow zone. Gloves and jackets are charged separately.

4.3

Ko Khrok

A small island near Ko Lan, used as a snorkelling stop by boat tours. No scheduled boat, and very few facilities.

4.9

Ko Chuang

An island off Sattahip under naval control. Access is restricted — check the conditions with the authority first.

4.5

Ko Sak

A small island near Ko Lan with clear water, visited by snorkelling tours. No scheduled boat — come with a tour or charter one.

4.7

Ko Phai

An island off Pattaya under naval management, with clear water and reef. Landing is restricted — check before you go.

4.5

Koh Loi

A small island joined to the shore by a bridge, with a park, sea-turtle ponds and the pier for Ko Si Chang. Sriracha's favourite sunset spot.

4.5

Tien Beach

A calmer Ko Lan beach for people who actually want to rest, with restaurants and deckchairs but fewer options than Tawaen.

4.4

Ko Rin

An island off Sattahip with clearer water than those nearer Pattaya, reached by diving and snorkelling tours or a chartered boat.

4.3

Phanat Nikhom Street Art

Wall paintings scattered through the old quarter of Phanat Nikhom, walkable in one loop. Best photographed in the morning before the sun hardens.

4.3

Tawaen Beach

Ko Lan's main beach and the ferry landing — white sand, clear water, restaurants, rooms and every water sport. Busy all day.

4.6

Tha Wang Beach

The beach below Phra Chudathut Ratchathan — shallow and calm, better for sitting and looking than for serious swimming.

3.6

Laem Si Chang

The cape at the island's northern tip — a fine drive out and a local fishing spot, though the access is rough.

4.3

Columbia Pictures Aquaverse

A Columbia Pictures–themed water park on the shore at Na Jomtien, with a range of water rides and a beach zone.

4.5

Wat Koh Loi

A temple on the rise in the middle of Ko Loi, mixing Thai and Chinese architecture. Ten minutes up on foot for a 360° view over Sriracha bay. No admission charge.

4.4

Udom Bay

A small working bay with fishing boats and seafood restaurants along the shore — better for sitting and looking than for swimming.

4.4

Ko Kham Yai

A small island in the Chonburi sea within Ko Si Chang district. There is no scheduled pier — access means arranging a local boat.

4.8

Ko Khangkhao

A small island in the Chonburi sea within Ko Si Chang district. There is no scheduled pier — access means arranging a local boat.

4.8

Purple Bridge (Ko Loi)

A purple footbridge out over the water — a photo and sunset spot. Numbers on the bridge are capped, and it gets crowded on holidays.

4.6

Wat Khao Mai Daeng

A wooded hillside temple, quiet and shaded, looking out over the valley. A shuttle runs from the car park to the top.

4.5

Wat Tai Ton Lan

A temple from the reign of Rama III with murals in the ordination hall, a scripture library set over water, and a small museum on the grounds.

4.4

Tien Talay Beach

A quiet, shaded rocky beach in a naval area, with bungalows and a campground bookable in advance and inexpensive food.

4.2

Namtok Chan Ta Then Waterfall

A multi-tier waterfall in forest, with a fair amount of rock scrambling. Wear shoes with grip; the water is fullest after the rains. Camping and food at the bottom.

4.5

Phra Phanat Bodi Hall

A shrine on a pond in front of the Phanat Nikhom municipal offices, housing a replica of Phra Phanat Bodi — the Dvaravati-era standing Buddha that is the district's emblem.

4.2

Sra Si Liam Historical Site

A Dvaravati-era reservoir, part of the ancient settlement of Mueang Phra Rot. Archaeologically significant but small — a short stop.

4.4

Phli Port Fishing Market

A Saturday-evening seafood market by the fishing pier — steamed crab, grilled prawns and oysters at local prices. Plenty of seating; parking is hard to find after 17:30.

4.3

Dolphin Circle

The landmark roundabout of North Pattaya, opposite Terminal 21 — a meeting point and the natural place to start walking the area.

4.4

Bangsaen Walking Street

A Friday-to-Sunday night market by Bangsaen beach, split clearly into food and goods. Prices stay low because the crowd is mostly Thai.

4.7

Wat Hubbon Wanaram

A temple on open high ground with Japanese-styled buildings and a large naga figure. Several photo spots; parts are still under construction.

4.5

Wat Yai Intharam

An old temple in the centre of Chonburi town, tied to the reign of King Taksin, with mural paintings inside the ordination hall.

4.1

Ao Tha Jok Kok

A quiet rocky bay on the island's north side — clear water, few people, and a spot for fishing and sitting out.

4.9

Chong Isariyaphon

A clifftop viewpoint next to Chong Khao Khat with a path along the edge. Best late in the day; food and toilets nearby.

4.2

Pattaya Crocodile Farm

A crocodile farm with scheduled shows and other animal displays. Check the show times before travelling.

4.3

Phan Thani Municipal Park

A shaded public park in the middle of Phanat Nikhom, used for walking and exercise and handy as a break between stops in the old quarter.

4.6

Bangsaen Viewpoint (Khao Sam Muk)

A roadside viewpoint high over Bangsaen with small coves below. Morning or late afternoon is best — midday is hot and the view hazes over.

4.3

Chatuchak Market Chonburi

A large evening market with food, clothing, pets and household goods at local prices, with plenty of parking.

4.8

Mondop Roi Phraphutthabat

The island's highest point, housing a replica Buddha's Footprint, with sea on both sides — and Sriracha visible on a clear day.

4.4

Bang Phra Reservoir

A large reservoir with a walking, running and cycling route around it — best in the morning. Restaurants around the shore, and monkeys along the road.

3.6

Pattaya Park Tower

A tower on Jomtien beach with an observation level and a descent ride from the top. The ride is priced separately from the viewing deck.

4.5

HTMS Chakri Naruebet

The Royal Thai Navy's aircraft carrier, berthed at Sattahip naval base and opened to visitors only at times the navy sets.

4.0

Underwater World Pattaya

An indoor aquarium with a tunnel roughly 100 metres long and scheduled feeding sessions — good for families and wet days.

4.7

Khao Laem Pu Chao Viewpoint

A hilltop viewpoint inside the Sattahip naval base with a wide outlook over the bay and islands. The access road is narrow and winding — come down before dark.