Chonburi District (Chon Buri) — a major thai city & provincial capital in Eastern Seaboard & Trat Islands at 20 m elevation, connected via Pattaya SRT Station & Bali Hai Ferry Pier (48 km).
Why Visit Chonburi District (เมืองชลบุรี)
Chonburi District is a major thai city & provincial capital in Eastern Seaboard & Trat Islands (located at 13.3427°N, 101.0011°E, elevation 20 m). Renowned for Chonburi District Morning Talad Sod & Night Market, Wat Phra That & Central Temple of Chonburi District, Chonburi District Morning Fresh Market & Night Street Food Stalls, Chon Buri Cultural & Nature Heritage Trail, Eastern Seaboard & Trat Islands Temples & Street Food, Chonburi District rewards travelers over 1–3 days with walkable historic squares, regional markets, and easy rail links via Pattaya SRT Station & Bali Hai Ferry Pier (48 km) (48 km).
Best Neighborhoods & Quarters in Chonburi District
Chonburi District District Center & Market Square
Key local quarter, market area, and dining hub in Chonburi District.
Chon Buri Highway & Transit Quarter
Key local quarter, market area, and dining hub in Chonburi District.
Top Sights & Things to Do in Chonburi District
- Wat Phra That & Central Temple of Chonburi District — signature temple, natural landmark, and cultural highlight in Chonburi District.
- Chonburi District Morning Fresh Market & Night Street Food Stalls — signature temple, natural landmark, and cultural highlight in Chonburi District.
- Chon Buri Cultural & Nature Heritage Trail — signature temple, natural landmark, and cultural highlight in Chonburi District.
Local Food & Where to Eat in Chonburi District
In Chonburi District (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 Chonburi District
Chonburi District Talad Sod (Morning Market) & Night Market
Local open-air stalls and shophouses in central Chonburi District serving made-to-order Eastern Seaboard & Trat Islands dishes (฿50–฿140).
Chonburi District 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 Chonburi District & Local Transit
By Train & Coach: Pattaya SRT Station & Bali Hai Ferry Pier (48 km) (48 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 Chonburi District
Combine Chonburi District with these nearby Thai towns calculated by direct geographic distance:
- Chon Buri (3 km away)
- Ban Ang Sila (8 km away)
- Ban Bueng (13 km away)
- Phan Thong (16 km away)
- Bang Pakong (21 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 · Bang Lamung District · Si Racha