To see in Chanthaburi

What to see in Chanthaburi

The monument not to be missed in Chanthaburi is the Cathedral. It is the largest of its kind in Thailand, where Catholicism is a very minor religion. The river front (Chanthaburi Waterfront) before the bridge leading to the cathedral is also a very nice area with its typical colonial houses. It is also in this area that you will find another main attraction of Chanthaburi, the gem market. It's not really a tourist attraction but curious tourists love going through it. Apart from that the city has other temples and monuments, a city pillar shrine while only a few kilometers from the center you can find some nice beaches, uncrowded on weekdays, nature with waterfalls and other temples like Wat Khao Sukim 20 km from Chanthaburi.

Must-visits in Chanthaburi

Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception

โรงแรมใกล้ มหาวิหารมารีปฏิสนธินิรมล

My opinion :

The largest Catholic church in Thailand and probably the most beautiful. Built in the early 20th century in Gothic style, it has become the symbol of the city of Chanthaburi.

Chanthaboon Waterfront

ชุมชนริมน้ำจันทบูร

My opinion :

and the old town of Chanthaboon, the former name of Chanthaburi. With its wooden houses, the street that runs along the river at the bottom of Wat Bot and goes to the bridge leading to the Cathedral is certainly the most beautiful area of the city.

Khanom Kai Pa Tai shop

ขนมไข่ ป้าไต๊

My opinion :

Cookies similar to madeleines a little more airy of this small shop are famous throughout the region. This is really an address for gourmands who will be delighted to eat them just out of the oven.

Kung Krabaen Bay Royal Development Study Center

ศูนย์ศึกษาธรรมชาติป่าชายเลนอ่าวคุ้งกระเบน

My opinion :

This center located 30 km from Chanthaburi is composed of a large mangrove forest very pleasant to walk and discover by kayak (even if there are only a few canals with enough water). It borders the bay which also allows you to paddle in the open sea. It is really a beautiful place created by a royal project aiming to study and preserve the mangroves and their ecosystem.

Find a room in Chanthaburi

Other places to visit in Chanthaburi

Wat Phai Lom

Namtok Phliu National Park

Noen Nangphaya Viewpoint

Bo Ploy Lek Petch

Wat Bot Muang

Chedi Klang Nam

Sea Farming Demonstration Unit

Muang Phaniat

Khuk Khi Kai

Gems market

Wat Khao Sukim

Other visits suggestions in Chanthaburi

Wat Khao Sukim
Temple on Khao Sukhim mountain between Chanthaburi and Khao Khichakhut about twenty kilometers from the city. There is a long staircase leading to the top. This is a fairly large complex, which to our knowledge, is not accessible by public transportation. Besides, you can also visit the orchard Suan Sadetyat from April to June.

Places to see elsewhere in Thailand

Elephant Nature Park

It is the elephant sanctuary of reference in Thailand. There, you are sure to live a beautiful and respectful encounter with elephants. Because even if things slowly change (thanks to the work of...

View details about Elephant Nature Park

Tab Kak Hang Nak Nature Trail

This trail in the mountains about forty kilometers from Krabi offers one of the most beautiful panoramas in Thailand. The 3.7 kilometers long climb is quite physical but the view at the summit is...

View details about Tab Kak Hang Nak Nature Trail

Wat Pong Sanuk

This small temple whose restoration work has been awarded by UNESCO does not lack of charm especially its elevated central part hosting a chedi, a hall with a reclining Buddha and a superb unique...

View details about Wat Pong Sanuk

Village of Indigo Dye

The Mo Hom indigo dyeing is Phrae's most famous specialty and for me, you can not come here without trying to dye a handkerchief, a scarf or a shirt by yourself. It's fun to do and possible in Ban...

View details about Village of Indigo Dye

Traveling in Thailand

FIND ACCOMMODATION

Find an hotel

Guesthouse Thailand

CHEAP FLIGHTS THAILAND

TRANSPORTS IN THAILAND

PRACTICAL INFORMATIONS

Visa rules

Health advice

Transports in Thailand

Type your departure city, your destination and the date of your trip.

Find accommodation in Thailand

CELEBRATE CHINESE NEW YEAR 2020 IN THAILAND

We are one week away from Chinese New Year (January 25th, 2020) and despite a lot of mail and detailed information requests from various Tourist Offices in several cities, I unfortunately did not get all the details that I would have liked...

Read post