What to do in Koh Lan

Activities, attractions and tours
Ta-Yai Beach featuring a beach and boating as well as a large group of people

Koh Lan Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Koh Lan has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Koh Lan is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Koh Lan to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Koh Lan Attractions

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Top places to visit

1. Jomtien Beach

The attractive resort of Jomtien Beach curves around a tree-shaded bay on the shores of the Bay of Bangkok. Relax on golden sand and admire dramatic sunsets. Try watersports and enjoy family-friendly fun at a waterpark. Dine in waterfront restaurants and watch a fascinating Thai cultural performance. Jomtien Beach is a 3.7-mile (6-kilometer) long stretch of beach that offers a quieter alternative to the bustling Pattaya Beach.
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Jomtien Beach which includes a beach

2. Walking Street

Take a seat in a street-side restaurant and watch the passing parade as visitors from all over the world wander Walking Street, dazzled by the neon lights, constant thump of music, and the scantily clad bar girls who attempt to entice them into their clubs. Enjoy a seafood meal, or sample the wares from one of the many street carts, which offer everything from traditional pad thai to more unusual specialties such as fried grasshopper and silkworm. As the evening lights up, take your pick from the kaleidoscope of entertainment on offer. Cheer along ringside at a Thai boxing match or dance into the early hours in one of the many nightclubs. If you like your entertainment a little more risqué then a number of cabaret and go-go shows will be sure to please.
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Walking Street featuring street scenes and a city as well as a large group of people

3. Na Baan Pier

Na Baan Pier is the main entrance to Koh Lan and the village of Naban Port. Come here to shop for souvenirs and sample traditional Thai cuisine. Organize excursions to the island’s magnificent beaches and marvel at impressive panoramas. Na Baan Pier sits on the east coast of Koh Lan, looking out over the Bay of Bangkok and toward Pattaya’s cityscape. At dawn, the sun casts a magical light over Pattaya and the sparkling blue water.
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Na Baan Pier which includes general coastal views and boating

4. Ta-Yai Beach

Koh Lan is famous for its beaches and Ta-Yai Beach is one of its most attractive and serene. Set on the island’s east coast, it’s a lesser-visited beach with minimal facilities. Visitors come to Ta-Yai Beach to enjoy the tranquility of its glorious stretch of sand and enticing seawater. Find a quiet spot and throw down a towel or rent one of the several sun lounges situated along the waterfront.
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Ta-Yai Beach featuring a beach as well as a large group of people

5. Samae Beach

Samae Beach is one of Koh Lan’s liveliest and most popular beaches. It sits on the island’s west coast overlooking the glorious and glistening water of the Bay of Bangkok. Samae Beach offers an ideal combination of relaxation, recreation, adventure and traditional Thai cuisine. The beach itself is an eye-catching sweep of soft white sand framed by forest-clad hills. Find numerous opportunities to rent sun lounges and umbrellas along the beach.
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Samae Beach which includes a beach as well as a large group of people

6. Nual Beach

Nual Beach is a laid-back and charming beach that is far removed from the busy crowd of Pattaya. Relax on soft powdery sand, cool off in enticing water and enjoy uninterrupted views of the Bay of Bangkok. Nual Beach curves around a pretty bay located toward the southernmost tip of Koh Lan. It’s often called Monkey Beach because of the playful monkeys that inhabit the encompassing hills.
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Nual Beach featuring a beach and swimming as well as a large group of people

Recommended things to do in Koh Lan

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Koh Lan

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Jomtien Beach

4/5(32 reviews)

Enjoy magnificent sunsets and watersports, family entertainment, Thai cultural shows and striking views from a lookout at this sweeping beach resort.

Jomtien Beach
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Walking Street

4/5(66 reviews)

From international restaurants to late night go-go clubs, Pattaya’s most famous road should be your first stop if you’re looking to party.

Walking Street
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Pattaya Beach

3.5/5(64 reviews)

Action packed water-sports, exquisite boutique hotels, relaxing days in the sun and legendary night life make this beach favorite with sun-lovers the world over.

Pattaya Beach
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Bangsaen Beach

3.5/5(10 reviews)

Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Bangsaen Beach, a popular beach in Chonburi. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Bangsaen Beach
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Pattaya Beach Road

4/5(66 reviews)

You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Pattaya Beach Road, a favorite shopping spot in Pattaya. Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Pattaya Beach Road
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Dongtan Beach

4/5(3 reviews)

Indulge in a relaxing massage, glide across the waters on a windsurfer, or simply lay back on a sun lounge and enjoy one of Pattaya’s more peaceful beaches.

Dongtan Beach
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Bang Saray Beach

5/5(2 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Bang Saray Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Sattahip. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Bang Saray Beach
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Tawaen Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Tawaen Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Koh Lan. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

Tawaen Beach
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Nang Ram Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Nang Ram Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Sattahip. Wander the seaside and gardens in this relaxing area.

Nang Ram Beach

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Haad Ta Waen

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife highlight some of the most notable features of Haad Ta Waen. Make a stop by Tawaen Beach while you're exploring the area.

Haad Ta Waen
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Haad Samae

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife highlight some of the most notable features of Haad Samae. Make a stop by Samae Beach while you're exploring the area.

Haad Samae
Ta-Yai Beach featuring boating and a sandy beach as well as a large group of people

Haad Khong

Ta-Yai Beach is just one place worth a stop on your visit to Haad Khong, and travelers also love the stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife, and popular shops.

Haad Khong
Koh Lan featuring boating and general coastal views

Haad Thian

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife highlight some of the most notable features of Haad Thian. Make a stop by Tien Beach while you're exploring the area.

Haad Thian
Nual Beach showing a sandy beach as well as a large group of people

Haad Nuan

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife highlight some of the most notable features of Haad Nuan. Make a stop by Nual Beach while you're exploring the area.

Haad Nuan
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Haad Sang Wan

You might appreciate the beaches and bars in Haad Sang Wan, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Tawaen Beach and Tien Beach are just a few notable stops.

Haad Sang Wan