Amphoe Ban Khai
Suphattraland
Thirty kilometres from town is Suphattraland , an extensive orchard open to the public. It grows succulent mangosteen, durian and rambutan. They generally mature in late April-June. Visitors can enjoy not only the pleasant surroundings but also taste for themselves freshly-picked fruits from the trees.
Opend daily : 08.00-18.00 Ask for more information at Supattra Land Garden Office Tel : 0 3889 2048-9 Fax : 0
Amphoe Muang
Ban Kon Ao
Ban Kon Ao A little fisherman's village located at the one end of Hat Mae Ramphung can still be in the traditional way of life although therer are many bunglows scattered among the houses. Swimming is also possible.
Ban Phe
A turn at between Km. 231 and Km. 238 leads to Ban Phe which is about 19 kilometres from the township. A Major fishing community of the province, it is also the main embarkation point for ferry to Ko Samet. On sale are popular fresh and dried seafood as well as other local products.
Hat Laem Charoen
Five kilometers from town at Tambon Pak Nam, Hat Laem Charoen is a seaside area popular with townspeople who come to enjoy the scene and the seafood. Hat Saeng Chan , seven kilometers from town at Tambon Pak Nam, is connected to Laem Charoen beach and also suitable for swimming. Food shops and accommodation facitlities available.
Hat Mae Ramphung
About 12 kilometres from town with a right turn Km. 229 of Sukumvit Road is Hat Mae Ramphung , a 12-kilometre long beach on the way to Ban Kon Ao, a small fishing village. The beach is clean with gentle slope suitable for swimming. On the shore are several bungalows.
Khao Laem Ya
A little further from Ban Kon Ao on the beach road to Khao Laem Ya and Mu Ko Samet National Park coverd with small shrubs and with a cape jutting into the sea. Along one side of the hill is along stretch of beach where the headquarters of the Khao Laem Ya-Samet Islands National Park is located. For more information, contact Khao Laem Ya and Mu Ko Samet Nation Park office : 08.30-16.30 Tel : (66 38)653 034
Payoon,Pla and Hat Namrin
Payoon,Pla and Hat Namrin Located Ban Chang District, These three connected beaches are peaceful and suitable for swimming. Dense pine trees at Pla Beach make it very charming. The choice of accommodation offered ranges from luxury hotels to economy complexes, including restaurants.
Phra Chedi Klang Nam
Phra Chedi Klang Nam This is a pagoda erected at the centre of the islet on the Rayong River, about 2 kilometres from town. This pagoda has been there for a long period, and it is not known who constructed it. Sailors once used it as the sign of arriving Rayong Province. An annual celebration is held during November, featuring an exciting boat and Loy Krathong Festival.
Suan Si Muang
Suan Si Muang Local people call it " Ko Klang". It is a public and health Park, located behind the former city hall. In front of the park is Phra Buddha Angkhirot (Buddhist Shrine) placed in traditional Thai architectural style shrine.
Suan Son
Suan Son , about 4 kilometres further from Ban Phe along the beach-front road, offers areas shaded by verdant pinetrees. The scenic beach is eminently suited for relaxation and swimming. Accommodations and food shops are also available.
The City Pillar Shrine
The City Pillar Shrine This is a Chinese-style pavilion on Lak Muang Road, which townspeople pay respect. Every year on Song Kran Festival period, celebration is held here. The original pavilion was made from wood, but later was restored by using mortar.
The Fisherman's village
The Fisherman's village The typical fisherman's village set around Laem Charoen, the mouth of Rayong River, is attractive for someone interested in people's way of life. You can also see how they catch fish and make seafood products. The old church established over 100 years ago nearby the village has symbolic statues of Chistian religion, is worth to visit.
The King Taksin Shrine
The King Taksin Shrine The shrine is located at Wat Lum Mahachai Chumphon, on Taksin Road. King Taksin is highly revered by Thai people as one of the great kings, so many people come here to make a pilgrimage to him everyday. Celebrations are held here every year on Chinese New Year Day and December 28th, for recalling his kindness.
The Sopha Arboretum
The Sopha Arboretum is located near the entrance into Ban Phe about 200 meters off Highway No.3 at Km. 238. The extensive grounds are home to various flowering plants. A 100-year-old Thai-style wooden structure houses porcelain ware form various eras, particular of the Ban Chiang style. Open daily except Thursdays between 8.00 a.m.-5.00 p.m. Tel: 0-3865-1688.
Ticket Fee: Children 10 Baht / 1 person
Adult 20 Baht / 1 person
Foreigner 50 Baht / 1 person
Wat Lum Mahachai Chumphon
Nearby, the local market called " Wat Lum Market " is interesting. Local Thai or Chinese foods such as noodle, and desserts can be found. Seeing the old houses lay down on both sides of the street behind the market, makes you think and imagine how the local people lived in the past.
Located on the grounds of Wat Lum Mahachai Chumphon , The King Taksin Shrine marks the site where he and his follower once made camp. Within the shrine is a standing statue of the great king. The 300-year-old Satu tree (genus Parkia) is believed to be the very tree he once tethered his elephant.
Wat Pa Pradu
The City itself has no interest for tourists, except for someone, who is interested in customs, traditions and life style of local people.
The ancient Wat Pa Pradu on Sukhumvit road houses a 12-meter-long Reclining Buddha. Unlike other reclining statues, it lies on the left instead of the usual right. Originally unsheltered, a viharn was built over it in 1981.
Wat Samut Khongkha or Wat Pak Nam
At the end of Taksin Maharat Road and with a right turn into Samut Khongkha Road, Wat Samut Khongkha or Wat Pak Nam is about two kilometres south of town. It features an ancient 10-meter-high white Chedi on an isle in mid-Rayong River. No one khow who built it. But during the olden days when waterway was the main mode of transportation, the chedi served as a symbol of Rayong signifying to the boatsmen that they had arrived at the town. Celebrations are held in the full-moon day of the 12th lunar month with ceremony, boat races and other entertainment.
Amphoe Khao Cha-mao
Khao Chamao Khao Wong National Park
Khao Chamao Khao Wong National Park located at Klaeng District, 71 kilometres from town, there are various types of trees and plants, as well as those species highly valued as decorative plants. The waterfalls, caves and rock are attractive and popular among tourists. The Forest Department has proclaimed it as National Park since December 31,1975
Namtok Khao Chamao
Namtok Khao Chamao about 17 kilometres off the main highway at km.274. It has 8 levels, and it is not too difficult to reach the top. At the second level called " Wang Mutcha " is a big basin, which has a lot of fishes. They have become the symbolic of this waterfall.
Namtok Klong Pla Gang
Namtok Klong Pla Gang about 3 kilometres from National Park Office is the most beautiful waterfall with 7 levels. It may be rather difficult to reach the top, as one does not only have to walk through the forest, but also climb up the mountain in some parts. Various types of plants such as ferns, orchids, mushrooms and etc, appear along the way. These are suitable for studying about natural and plants.
Pha Sawan
Pha Sawan about 1,500 metres from National Park Office, is the best view point called " Pha Sawan ". On the way, various types of plants can be found and are available for natural studying.
The Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhon Herbal Garden
The Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhon Herbal Garden is located within the grounds of the Petroleum Authority of Thailand, about 25 kilometres from town on Highways No. 36 and No. 3191 in Nikhom Phatthana sub-district. It is a center of various herbal plants and engages in herbal research. Open daily from 8.30 a.m.-4.30 p.m. Tel: 0-3868-1817-30.
Amphoe Klaeng
Ao Kai-Laem Tan
Ao Kai-Laem Tan a little cape beyond Laem Mae Phim to Klaeng District is rather quiet. Nearby is a small fisherman's village, in which the main occupation is to pickle jellyfish. Seafood restaurant here is well known among the tourists. Travelling to Ko Man Klang, can be done by taking a speedboat from here.
Ko Man Nai
A small island some 5 kilometres off the shore of Laem Mae Phim is Ko Man Nai . It has been developed into a Sea Turtle Preservation Sanctuary under the royal initiative of Her Majesty the Queen, and open to the public from Monday-Sunday. Nearby are Ko Man Klang and Ko Man Nok with their beautiful beaches and resorts for relaxation.
Laem Mae Phim
Laem Mae Phim can be reach either from Sukhumvit Road taking a right turn at Km.259.5, 263 or 268, or continuing for a little over 1 kilometre from Wang Kaew on the beach road. It is popular site for relaxation and swimming. Beach stalls serve food and snacks.
Somdej Krommaluang Chumphon Shrine
Somdej Krommaluang Chumphon Shrine near the Prasair River in Klaeng District is the Somdej Krommaluang Chumphon Shrine, which honors as " Father of the Royal Thai Navy " He is highly revered by Rayong's people.
Sunthorn Phu Memorail
Five kilometres further on from Laem Mae Phim on the beach road (Highway No. 3145) is the Sunthorn Phu Memorail commemorating one of Thailand’s top poets. The bard, native of Rayong by birth, produced his literary works during the early part of Rattanakosin Era some two hundred years ago, Phra Aphai Mani being his most well-known work.
Wang Kaew
Wang Kaew is a recreational park and resort located some 11 kilometres further from Suan Son on the beach road. There are accommodation facilities and the well-landscaped park. For more information call 0-3863-8067-8 or 0-2259-4150-1 (Bangkok).
Wat Saranat Thammaram
Near the turning at Km. 265 on Highway No. 3 is Wat Saranat Thammaram , built in 1945. It features a beautiful ubosot housing a replica of the highly revered Phra Phutthachinnarat statue of Phitsanulok. Around the ubosot are also replicas of major Buddhist monuments from Thailand’s four regions.
Ban Phe District 19 kilometres
Ban Khai District 12 kilometres
Pattaya 65 kilometres
Chon Buri 98 kilometres
Chanthaburi Province 110 kilometres
Trat Province 180 kilometres
U Taphao Airport 35 kilometres
Ban Chang District 28 kilometres
Car
Route No.1
Sukhumvit Road (Highway No.3) : Starting from Bangkok pass Bangpu District, Chonburi town, Bangsaen, Sri Racha District, Pattaya, Hat Jomtien, Sattahip District, Ban Chang District then arrive in the centre of Rayong Province. The total distance is 220 kilometres.
Route No.2
The main and popular route, Bangna-Trat Road (Highway No.34) : Turning off Highway No.3 at Chaloem Nakorn Toll Plaza, pass Bang Phli and Bang Bo District of Samut Prakan Province and join again with Highway No.3 at km.70. The total distance is 220 kilometres to arrive Rayong Province.
Route No.3
Start from Bangkok and go along Highway No.3 to Banglamung. Then turn off Highway No.3 at km.140 and start on Highway No.36 to Rayong, a distance of 70 kilometres.
Route No.4
Taking Highway No.344 (Ban Bung-Klaeng) at Chonburi town, pass Ban Bung, Nong Yai, Wang Chan and finish at Klaeng District, Rayong Province. The total distance (Ban Bung-Klaeng) is 100 kilometres. (Bangkok-Chonburi 80 kilometres)
This route is suitable for those who like to go sightseeing in Klaeng District and Khao Chamao-Khao Wong National Park or pass through Chanthaburi Province.
Route No.5
Go along the Motorway from Phatthanakarn Road, Prawet District, Bangkok to Pattaya (120 kilometres) and then take Highway No.36 for about 50 kilometres to Rayong.
Air
As a new destination for tourist, Bangkok Airways operates one flight everyday from Phuket via Samui island to Rayong-U ta pao international Airport. For more information contact Bangkok Airways in Bangkok, Tel :(662) 265 5555 or travel agencies in Rayong.
Bus
Rayong is gateway from the easthern to the north and the north-easthern. Therefore, there are many regular buses service to Bangkok and other province such as Chiang Mai. Nakhon Ratchasima, Nong Khai. For more information, refer to the bus Schedules Leaflet.
Local Buses Schedule :
Bus Station - Assumption School (Red) via Laemtong Department Store
05.00 a.m. - 21.00 p.m.(Every 5-10 Mins.)
Bus Station - Paknam (Dark Blue) via Wat Pa Pradu, Wat Lum, Laem Charoen
05.00 a.m.- 18.00 p.m. (Every 5-10 Mins)
Big C - Nicom Pattana (White) via Big C, Makro
06.30 a.m. - 18.00 p.m.(Every 15-20 Mins.)
Post Office - Map Ta Phut (Red) via Laemtong Department Store
05.00 a.m.-20.00 p.m.(Every 5-10 Mins.)
Post Office - Ban Chang (Red) via Century Golf
04.30 a.m.- 20.00 p.m. (Every 10-15 Mins.)
Bus Station - Tapong (White) via Wat Pa Pradu, Tapong Fruit Market
05.00 a.m.-18.00 p.m. (Every 5-10 Mins.)
Bus Station - Nai Rai (Sky Blue) via Hat Mae Ramphung, Ban Kon Ao
06.00 a.m.- 18.00 p.m. (Every 15 Mins.)
Bus Station - Wang Kaew (White) via Rayong Chalet, Novotel
06.00 a.m.-18.00 p.m.(Every 15 Mins.)
Bus Station - Laem Mae Phim (Dark Blue) via Ban Phe, Suan Son, Rayong Chalet, Novotel, Laem Mae Phim
06.15 a.m.-18.00 p.m. (Every 15 Mins.)
Laem Mae Phim - Klaeng (Green) via Laem Mae Phim, Sunthorn Phu Monument
05.30 a.m.-17.00 p.m.(Every 10-15 Mins.)
Bus Station - Klaeng (Yellow) via Wat Saranat
06.00 a.m.-18.00 p.m. (Every 10 Mins.)
Khao Din - Khao Chamao (Green) via Khao Chamao & Klong Pla Gang Water Fall
06.00 a.m.-16.00 p.m. (Every 20 Mins.)
Boat
Ferry Timetables (from Ban Phe) :
Destination : Nadarn Pier (Saikaew / Ao Phai / Ao Tabtim)
Departure from Phe : Every hour
Departure from Destination : Every hour
Destination : Ao Wongduen (Ao Nuan / Ao Saengtien)
Departure from Phe : 09.00, 12.00, 13.30, 17.00
Departure from Destination : 08.30, 12.00, 15.30, 16.00
Destination : Ao Whai
Departure from Phe : 11.30, 14.00
Departure from Destination : 14.00
Destination : Ao Kui
Departure from Phe : 10.00
Departure from Destination : 10.00, 12.30, 15.00, 17.00
Take as a whole (15-60 person) from Phe Pier contact directly with :
1. Nuan Tip Pier Tel : (66 38) 651 956, 651 508 or
2. Sribanphe Pier Tel : (66 38) 651 902, 652 054
