🏝️ Eastern Thailand
Explore Koh Larn
A clear-water island off Pattaya — white-sand beaches, snorkeling, water sports, and an easy day trip by sea from Chonburi
📍 Tawaen Beach📍 Samae Beach📍 Nuan Beach (Monkey Beach)📍 Tien Beach📍 Water Sports
A clear-water island off Pattaya — white-sand beaches, snorkeling, water sports, and an easy day trip by sea from Chonburi
Koh Larn is a small island just off Pattaya in Chonburi province, reachable by boat in under an hour. It's a clear-water getaway that people from Bangkok and visitors come to for a day trip or an overnight, because the sand is whiter and the water far clearer than the beaches on
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The best of Koh Larn — don't miss these on a first trip
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7.0Highlights and sights around Koh Larn — nature, city and culture
The main and busiest beach on Koh Larn, with white sand, clear water, the full range of water sports, restaurants, and deck chairs for rent. This is where the big boats from Pattaya dock.
A white-sand beach with clear water and a quieter, more natural feel than Tawaen. Good for relaxing and snorkeling over the coral just off the beach.
A small, peaceful beach with very clear water, good for escaping the crowds. The mood is private, with a few small restaurants along the sand.
A beach on the other side of the island, calm with clear water, water sports, and beachside restaurants. Good if you want to avoid the crowds at Tawaen.
Koh Larn has the full set — parasailing, banana boats, jet skis, and snorkeling — especially at Tawaen Beach. It's one of the island's most popular activities.
A viewpoint on a hill in the middle of the island, looking out over the beaches and clear water all around, with a Koh Larn sign. A popular photo spot.
Koh Larn's signature food — real local spots, rounded up and ranked
Tawaen Beach and the pier at Na Ban have restaurants with fresh seafood — prawns, shellfish, crab, and fish, grilled, steamed, or stir-fried, eaten by the sea in the breeze. Prices depend on the place and the season.
Along the beaches there are made-to-order food and drink spots with deck chairs for rent, so you can eat and swim all day. An easy, relaxed beach vibe.
The Na Ban pier area and Tawaen Beach have cafes, dessert shops, and snacks to drop by — while you wait for the boat or take a break from swimming.
In Na Ban village there are made-to-order shops and rice-and-curry spots at local prices, a cheaper option than the beachside restaurants for those staying overnight.
Ready-made plans — from a day trip to 2–3 days, plus routes to neighbouring provinces
Best time to go, getting around, and what to know before visiting Koh Larn
November–April brings good weather and clear water, ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and water sports — this is the popular season. The rainy season, May–October, has spells of rain and murky water on some days, but you can still get there by boat.
The main and busiest beach on Koh Larn, with white sand, clear w
A white-sand beach with clear water and a quieter, more natural
A small, peaceful beach with very clear water, good for escaping
A beach on the other side of the island, calm with clear water,
Koh Larn has the full set — parasailing, banana boats, jet skis,
A viewpoint on a hill in the middle of the island, looking out o
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🏖️Thailand's eastern seaboard — Pattaya, nearby islands, and fresh seafood, all a short drive from Bangkok
Explore Chonburi →
🏖️A beach town close to Bangkok — Jomtien Beach, the Sanctuary of Truth, Nong Nooch Garden, Walking Street, and day trips to Koh Larn
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🏝️An eastern seaside province with Koh Samet, quiet beaches, fruit orchards, and famous dried seafood
Explore Rayong →Koh Larn is a small island just off Pattaya in Chonburi province, reachable by boat in under an hour. It's a clear-water getaway that people from Bangkok and visitors come to for a day trip or an overnight, because the sand is whiter and the water far clearer than the beaches on the Pattaya side.
The island has several beaches to choose from. Tawaen is the main, busiest beach, with the full range of water sports — parasailing, banana boats, and snorkeling. Samae and Nuan are quieter with clear water and are good for lazing around, while Tien is a calmer beach on the other side. If you want to stay over, there are places to sleep and seafood restaurants on the island. Koh Larn works for swimmers, water-sports fans, and anyone who just wants to relax by the beach. Honesty: it gets very crowded on holidays and the boats are packed, so go early; check the price and safety of water sports before you ride; the sea is murky on some days depending on the weather; and help keep the beaches clean by taking your trash back with you.
Best time: November–April brings good weather and clear water, ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and water sports — this is the popular season. The rainy season, May–October, has spells of rain and murky water on some days, but you can still get there by boat.
