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Getting to Trat province is a piece of cake! The city has a small airport which offers a daily flight from/to Bangkok and a minibus service in the arrival hall. Buses from Bangkok arrive at the bus station in the north of Trat city, the price of this trip is 200 baht (approximately) and it has a duration over five hours. Renting a car is also a good option, the journey from Bangkok is a total distance of 315 kilometers.

Around the city, songtaew, tuk-tuks, and taxis are circulating everywhere, travelers like to use them to go to the pier where all the ferries sail to the popular islands in Trat province such as Koh Chang, Koh Mak, and Koh Kood. Traveling by ferry is a pleasant experience and the main reason why tourists visit Trat, moreover, it’s a safe way to tour the islands in Trat province during the whole year, and all that you need to take is a light bag and your camera in hand. Take a look at our updated ferry schedule, prices, and many more trips below!

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Trat is famous among tourists for being the gateway to Cambodia or the place where they can extend their tourist visa, however, many people don’t know that Trat province hides a collection of natural settings that are totally breath-taking. This region features fresh weather, colorful reefs, white sand, and large beaches mixed with the charming Thai culture characterized by old buildings, eccentric temples, and vivid markets. This destination is definitely an escape for those who are looking for a calm and quiet city, yet, rich in things to do and see.

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Trat Culture and History
Trat province doesn’t skimp on showing off its cultural and historical roots. Colorful murals and temples which surround the old town of the city. You will see a combination of Chinese temples and Islamic mosques. The Chao Pho Chao Phor Lak Muang Shrine is one of the most peculiar Chinese temples, it possesses a striking façade that will call out your attention. If you want to learn more about Trat´s history, you should check out Trat museum. Another important attraction is Wat Buppharam, this temple, made of wood is a real architecture from the XVII century, and its museum gathers Buddha images and relics and a porcelain collection from China and Europe.

Discover the Beaches
This province presents a group of 52 big and small islands, standing out among them is Koh Chang, located in Muh Koh Chang National Marine Park. This island offers you sceneries just like they were taken from a postal card. Other prominent islands are Hat sai si ngoen, Hat sai kaew, and Hat Ban cheun, here there are magnificent views of the Gulf of Thailand plus, you will get to relax without being bothered by hawkers. In the beaches, you can find little restaurants selling fresh seafood and if you took a stroll around it, you will discover some fishing boats.

Eating Out
Trat has a big night market where all the locals like to go to enjoy some spicy typical Thai food and relax whilst drinking some beers. This is a nice place to have low-priced and delicious food while you enjoy a glowing nightlife. Walking around the city center and near the hotels, you will find stands serving Thai food that won’t leave you disappointed. During the daytime, you will find traditional restaurants and coffee shops that offer authentic dishes or snacks that will satisfy any craving.

Trat City Shopping
One of the perks to visit Trat is its cheap prices. Here you will find affordable accommodations and food, for that reason it is an ideal destination if you want to save some money. Trat is the city with the most fabulous markets in all of Thailand, so it’s the perfect place for those who love to shop. Trat province has a big production of rubies in Bo Rai district making it an important spot in the jewelry market.