Lonely PlanetOct 26, 2026
10 Best Beaches in Thailand
Thailand has many incredible beaches. From famous spots to hidden coves, here
11 sights in this story
- Wat ChediSightKnown as the Chicken Temple, offerings are cement roosters
- Elsewhere
- Nui BeachSightPhuket, ThailandSemihidden cove framed by palm trees and boulders
- Ao KhanomSightNakhon Si Thammarat, ThailandBay where you might see pink dolphins
- Tubtim BaySightKo Samet, ThailandResort with accommodations, restaurant, and main beach
- RailaySightKrabi, ThailandDramatic setting with karst cliffs popular for climbing
- Surin IslandsSightPhang Nga, ThailandArchipelago of five islands, premier diving spots
- Ko Surin NueaSightPhang Nga, ThailandIsland with accommodation and restaurant
- Ao MayaSightKo Phi-Phi, ThailandGorgeous beach featured in the film The Beach
- Sunset BeachSightKo Kradan, ThailandTiny, rocky outpost on Ko Kradan's western shore
- Hat KhuatSightKo Pha-Ngan, ThailandDreamy slice of white sand on Ko Pha-Ngan's north shore
- Sunrise BeachSightKo Lipe, ThailandWhite sand crescent beach on Ko Lipe