Ban Ang Sila (Chon Buri) — a thai district (amphoe) & island hub in Eastern Seaboard & Trat Islands at 8 m elevation, connected via Pattaya SRT Station & Bali Hai Ferry Pier (46 km).
Why Visit Ban Ang Sila (บ้านอ่างศิลา)
Ban Ang Sila is a thai district (amphoe) & island hub in Eastern Seaboard & Trat Islands (located at 13.3396°N, 100.9296°E, elevation 8 m). Renowned for Ban Ang Sila Morning Talad Sod & Night Market, Ban Ang Sila Local Temple & Community Pier/Market, Ban Ang Sila Evening Night Market (Chon Buri), Chon Buri Scenic Viewpoint, Eastern Seaboard & Trat Islands Temples & Street Food, Ban Ang Sila rewards travelers over 1–3 days with walkable historic squares, regional markets, and easy rail links via Pattaya SRT Station & Bali Hai Ferry Pier (46 km) (46 km).
Best Neighborhoods & Quarters in Ban Ang Sila
Ban Ang Sila Town Center
Key local quarter, market area, and dining hub in Ban Ang Sila.
Chon Buri Surrounding Subdistricts (Tambon)
Key local quarter, market area, and dining hub in Ban Ang Sila.
Top Sights & Things to Do in Ban Ang Sila
- Ban Ang Sila Local Temple & Community Pier/Market — signature temple, natural landmark, and cultural highlight in Ban Ang Sila.
- Ban Ang Sila Evening Night Market (Chon Buri) — signature temple, natural landmark, and cultural highlight in Ban Ang Sila.
- Chon Buri Scenic Viewpoint — signature temple, natural landmark, and cultural highlight in Ban Ang Sila.
Local Food & Where to Eat in Ban Ang Sila
In Ban Ang Sila (Eastern Seaboard & Trat Islands), everyday dining revolves around morning Talad Sod fresh markets, made-to-order Tam Sang wok stalls, and evening night markets serving authentic Eastern Seaboard & Trat Islands flavors. Expect made-to-order street dishes for ฿50–฿120 and sit-down regional mains for ฿120–฿280; say 'Phed Noi' for mild spice or 'Mai Sai Phong Churot' for no MSG.
Signature Local & Regional Dishes to Try
- Moo Chamuang — Chanthaburi Garcinia Leaf Pork Stew (หมูชะมวง) (฿150–฿250): Eastern Thai heritage stew where tart Chamuang leaves tenderize pork belly into a sweet-savory glaze.
- Sen Chan Pad Pu — Chanthaburi Rice Noodles with Crab (เส้นจันท์ผัดปู) (฿140–฿260): Chewy Chanthaburi rice noodles wok-fried with sweet-chili tamarind glaze and fresh Gulf crabmeat.
- Pla Kapong Tod Nam Pla — Crispy Sea Bass with Fish Sauce & Mango Salad (ปลากะพงทอดน้ำปลา) (฿320–฿480): Whole Gulf sea bass flash-fried golden and drizzled with caramelized fish sauce alongside green mango salad.
Recommended Dining Quarters, Markets & Night Markets & Street Food Stalls in Ban Ang Sila
Ban Ang Sila Talad Sod (Morning Market) & Night Market
Local open-air stalls and shophouses in central Ban Ang Sila serving made-to-order Eastern Seaboard & Trat Islands dishes (฿50–฿140).
Ban Ang Sila Khao Gaeng (Curry-Over-Rice) & Noodle Shophouses
Family-run lunch and dinner kitchens offering wok-fried basil dishes, noodle soups, Cha Yen iced tea, and seasonal tropical fruit.
Food markets & dining streets: Naklua Lan Pho Seafood Market (Pattaya), Chanthaboon Waterfront Community, Ban Phe Pier Market (Rayong) & Bang Bao Pier Seafood Decks (Koh Chang) · Regional drinks: Fresh Chanthaburi Mangosteen & Rambutan Juice, Sugarcane Juice (Nam Oi) & Iced Lemongrass Tea
Getting to Ban Ang Sila & Local Transit
By Train & Coach: Pattaya SRT Station & Bali Hai Ferry Pier (46 km) (46 km). Check our SRT Sleeper Train vs. Domestic Flight Calculator (฿ THB) and Bangkok BTS, MRT & Chao Phraya Boat Calculator to compare rail and transit fares. By Air: U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya Airport (UTP) & BKK.
Closest Neighboring Towns to Ban Ang Sila
Combine Ban Ang Sila with these nearby Thai towns calculated by direct geographic distance:
- Chon Buri (6 km away)
- Chonburi District (8 km away)
- Ban Bueng (20 km away)
- Bang Pakong (22 km away)
- Phan Thong (22 km away)
More Cities & Towns in Eastern Seaboard & Trat Islands
Explore other destinations across Eastern Seaboard & Trat Islands:
Rayong · Pattaya · Pattaya & Koh Larn · Chanthaburi · Ko Chang · Ko Kut · Koh Chang · Ko Samet · Koh Samet · Koh Kood · Chonburi District · Bang Lamung District