Rayong
Fruit orchards, quiet beaches, gateway to Koh Samet
About Rayong
A coastal province popular with Thai families. Known for fruit orchards (especially durian and rambutan), quiet beaches, and being the gateway to Koh Samet. Not touristy at all — a genuine Thai experience.
Watch Before You Go
Rayong Thailand: HIDDEN GEM Close to Bangkok
Rayong's Unique Beach
Shopping Old Town Rayong
Price Breakdown
| Category | Budget | Mid-Range | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accommodation | ฿300 | ฿600 | ฿2,000 |
| Food & Drink | ฿200 | ฿400 | ฿600 |
| Transport | ฿100 | ฿200 | ฿400 |
| Activities | ฿100 | ฿300 | ฿500 |
| Total / day | ฿700 | ฿1,500 | ฿3,500 |
Where to Stay
Beach guesthouses
Basic beachfront
Mae Ramphueng Beach hotels
Long quiet beach
Rayong Marriott
Best resort in the area
Things to Do
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Fruit orchard visits
All-you-can-eat durian in season (May-Jul).
Mae Ramphueng Beach
Free. Long, quiet, local beach.
Khao Chamao Waterfall
National park. Multi-tiered waterfall.
Seafood markets
Free to browse. Buy and cook fresh.
Tourist Traps to Skip
- ×Expecting tourist infrastructure — this is a local destination.
How to Get There
Local Tips
Come during fruit season (May-Jul) for the best durian in Thailand.
Great stopover on the way to Koh Samet.
Local seafood markets are incredible and cheap.
Very few English signs — basic Thai helps a lot.
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