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Rayong

Fruit orchards, fishing harbours and relaxed beaches on the eastern Gulf coast.

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Attractions

Khao Laem Ya National Park

Rayong

Coastal park with viewpoints.

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AI illustration · U-Tapao International Airport
Transport

U-Tapao International Airport

Rayong

Airport between Rayong and Pattaya.

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Map locations are approximate. Nearby excursions are labelled; check venue access, opening days and sea conditions before visiting.

Don’t miss

Top 10 attractions in Rayong

  1. A long beach with seafood restaurants.

  2. Laem Mae Phim

    A quiet beach area.

  3. Coastal park with viewpoints.

  4. Suan Son Beach

    A pine-shaded beach.

  5. Fruit orchards

    Durian and mangosteen farms in season.

  6. Rayong Aquarium

    Small marine aquarium.

  7. Forest waterfall with fish pools.

  8. Island trip from Ban Phe.

  9. Sea turtle conservation island.

  10. Ban Phe Market

    Dried seafood and snacks.

Heritage & traditions

Top 10 culture in Rayong

  1. Memorial to the poet in Klaeng.

  2. Wat Pa Pradu

    A temple with a unique reclining Buddha.

  3. Famous fish sauce makers.

  4. Fruit festival

    Fruit celebrations around May–June.

  5. Colourful fishing boats.

  6. Chinese shrines

    Shrines of the Thai-Chinese community.

  7. Seafood markets

    Fresh fish markets.

  8. Wat Ban Kao

    A local temple.

  9. Durian tasting

    Orchard tastings in season.

  10. Water festival in April.

Geography

Coast & orchards

Rayong has about 100 km of coast with orchards and hills inland, south-east of Pattaya.

Weather

Hot year-round; November to April is driest.

Culture & heritage

Fishing & farming

Fishing and fruit farming shape the local food and festivals.

Temple etiquette

Cover shoulders and knees, remove shoes where requested and speak quietly. Ask before photographing people or ceremonies.

City life: bars & restaurants

Evenings

Seafood restaurants on the beach road and night markets in town.

Food

Seafood, fish sauce dishes and seasonal fruit.

To, from & around Rayong

To & from Rayong

Buses from Bangkok Ekkamai take about 3 hours. U-Tapao Airport is about 40 minutes away.

Getting around

Songthaews, taxis and rental cars.