Ko Chang (Trat) — a thai district (amphoe) & island hub in Eastern Seaboard & Trat Islands at 25 m elevation, connected via Laem Ngop & Ao Thammachat Ferry Pier (Trat / Koh Chang) (16 km).
Why Visit Ko Chang (เกาะช้าง)
Ko Chang is a thai district (amphoe) & island hub in Eastern Seaboard & Trat Islands (located at 12.0477°N, 102.3264°E, elevation 25 m). Renowned for Ko Chang Morning Talad Sod & Night Market, Mu Ko Chang National Park & Khlong Phlu Waterfall, White Sand Beach, Lonely Beach & Klong Prao, Bang Bao Wooden Pier Village & Koh Rang Coral Snorkeling, Eastern Seaboard & Trat Islands Temples & Street Food, Ko Chang rewards travelers over 1–3 days with walkable historic squares, regional markets, and easy rail links via Laem Ngop & Ao Thammachat Ferry Pier (Trat / Koh Chang) (16 km) (16 km).
Best Neighborhoods & Quarters in Ko Chang
White Sand Beach & Klong Prao
Key local quarter, market area, and dining hub in Ko Chang.
Lonely Beach & Bang Bao Fishing Pier
Key local quarter, market area, and dining hub in Ko Chang.
Top Sights & Things to Do in Ko Chang
- Mu Ko Chang National Park & Khlong Phlu Waterfall — signature temple, natural landmark, and cultural highlight in Ko Chang.
- White Sand Beach, Lonely Beach & Klong Prao — signature temple, natural landmark, and cultural highlight in Ko Chang.
- Bang Bao Wooden Pier Village & Koh Rang Coral Snorkeling — signature temple, natural landmark, and cultural highlight in Ko Chang.
Local Food & Where to Eat in Ko Chang
In Ko Chang (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 Ko Chang
Ko Chang Talad Sod (Morning Market) & Night Market
Local open-air stalls and shophouses in central Ko Chang serving made-to-order Eastern Seaboard & Trat Islands dishes (฿50–฿140).
Ko Chang 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 Ko Chang & Local Transit
By Train & Coach: Laem Ngop & Ao Thammachat Ferry Pier (Trat / Koh Chang) (16 km) (16 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: Trat Airport (TDX).
Closest Neighboring Towns to Ko Chang
Combine Ko Chang with these nearby Thai towns calculated by direct geographic distance:
- Laem Ngop (20 km away)
- Ko Loi (27 km away)
- Trat (30 km away)
- Ko Klang Tha Yai Sak (37 km away)
- Khao Saming (44 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 Kut · Koh Chang · Ko Samet · Koh Samet · Koh Kood · Chonburi District · Bang Lamung District · Si Racha