Top places to visit in Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin)

• Hua Hin Night Market

  market · 4.2 rating · about 2 h · check the fee at the gate

  Bustling evening market on Dechanuchit Road with fresh seafood, Thai street food and souvenirs.

• Cicada Market

  market · 4.4 rating · about 1.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  Upscale weekend arts-and-crafts market with gourmet food stalls, live music and boutique vendors.

• Wat Huay Mongkol (Luang Pu Thuad Statue)

  Temple · 4.6 rating · about 0.8 h · check the fee at the gate

  Temple famous for its 11.5-metre bronze statue of revered monk Luang Pu Thuad, west of Hua Hin town.

• Hua Hin Beach

  beach · 4.2 rating · about 3 h · check the fee at the gate

  Long, wide beach stretching 5 km with calm Gulf waters. Popular with Thai royalty and families.

• Vana Nava Water Jungle

  Activity · 4.4 rating · about 3 h · check the fee at the gate

  Water park with slides and a lazy river, one of the larger family attractions in Hua Hin.

• Phraya Nakhon Cave

  tourist_attraction · 4.7 rating · about 3 h · check the fee at the gate

  Royal pavilion inside a sunlit sea cave — one of Thailand's most magical sights. Boat + 30-min hike.

• Pranburi Forest Park (Pa Sak Ngam)

  Nature · 4.6 rating · about 1 h · check the fee at the gate

  Mangrove forest park with a wooden boardwalk trail through Pranburi estuary, south of Hua Hin.

• Sam Roi Yot National Park

  national_park · 4.6 rating · about 4 h · check the fee at the gate

  "300 peaks" limestone hill park with freshwater marshes, caves and rare Siamese crocodile habitat.

• Mrigadayavan Palace (Palace of Love and Hope)

  Heritage · 4.3 rating · about 1.5 h · entry ฿90 (≈ ₹260)

  Golden teakwood royal palace built for King Rama VI, stretching along the beach on stilts.

• Kaeng Krachan National Park

  national_park · 4.5 rating · about 6 h · check the fee at the gate

  Thailand's largest national park. Jungle birding, elephant sightings and waterfall trekking.

• Wat Khao Takiab

  temple · 4.1 rating · about 0.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  Temple atop Monkey Hill with troupes of macaques and panoramic views of Hua Hin's coastline.

• Monsoon Valley Vineyard

  restaurant · 4.3 rating · about 2 h · check the fee at the gate

  Award-winning tropical vineyard producing wines under a monsoon climate. Tours, tastings and elephant views.

Things to do

• Sam Roi Yot National Park — Cave Temples & Wetlands Nature · 6 h · from THB 1,000 per person
• Horse Riding on Hua Hin Beach Adventure · 1 h · from THB 520 per person
• Maruekkhathayawan Palace & Seaside Heritage Walk Cultural · 3.5 h · from THB 310 per person
• Khao Sam Roi Yot Cave Temples & Wetlands Boat Tour Nature · 8 h · from THB 1,100 per person
• Hua Hin Night Market & Street Food Tour Food · 2.5 h · from THB 690 per person
• Pranburi River Mangrove Kayaking Nature · 4 h · from THB 690 per person
• Hua Hin Kiteboarding Lesson for Beginners Water Sports · 3 h · from THB 1,400 per person
• Monsoon Valley Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting Food · 3.5 h · from THB 1,200 per person

Day trips and tours

• Sam Roi Yot & Phraya Nakhon Cave Full-Day 9 h · from THB 960
• Hua Hin City Highlights & Railway Station Tour 5 h · from THB 410
• Kaeng Krachan National Park Wildlife Safari 9 h · from THB 1,100

Where to stay in Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin)

• Beach Town about THB 2,500 per night

  Coastal area with beach resorts and local markets

Hotels

• The Standard, Hua Hin 5-star · THB 4,500 to THB 8,500 per night
• Rosewood Hua Hin 5-star · THB 14,500 to THB 38,000 per night
• InterContinental Hua Hin Resort 5-star · THB 12,000 to THB 32,000 per night
• G Hua Hin Resort & Mall 4-star · THB 2,200 to THB 4,200 per night
• Chatrium Hotel Hua Hin 4-star · THB 4,500 to THB 9,500 per night
• Avani+ Hua Hin Resort 4-star · THB 5,200 to THB 11,000 per night

Where to eat

• Jaras Hua Hin Thai, Royal Thai, Fine Dining · about THB 2,000 per person
• Chao Lay Seafood Thai, Seafood · about THB 500 per person
• Brasserie de Paris French, European, Seafood · about THB 2,000 per person
• Mamma Mia Cucina Italiana Italian, Pizza · about THB 500 per person
• Hagi Japanese Restaurant Japanese · about THB 2,000 per person
• Coco 51 by the Sea Thai, European, Seafood · about THB 500 per person
• Lung Ja Seafood Thai, Seafood · about THB 500 per person
• Ruamsaeb Yokkhok Isaan, Thai · about THB 90 per person

Getting to Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin)

Airport: Hua Hin (HHQ)

How visitors arrive in Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin)

• Train from Bangkok By train from Bangkok · common

  Many southbound trains from Bangkok stop at Prachuap Khiri Khan station. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Bus from Bangkok By road from Bangkok · common

  Buses leave from Bangkok's Southern Bus Terminal; an express bus runs from Suvarnabhumi to Hua Hin with a taxi or minibus onward. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Flight to Chumphon, then road By air from Chumphon · possible · unconfirmed

  The town has no airport; Chumphon is the closest, and Hua Hin has no scheduled domestic flights. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

From the airport to the centre

• Coach from Suvarnabhumi to Hua Hin

  Coaches connect Suvarnabhumi Airport and Hua Hin, and the Roong Reuang terminal near Hua Hin Airport serves the airport route. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

From the railway station to the centre

• Train to Hua Hin station

  Most southbound trains from Bangkok stop at Hua Hin. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

Getting around

• Motorbike Rental

  Motorbikes are easy to rent in Hua Hin, and bicycles are also available, though less commonly.

• Ride Hail

  Ride-hailing apps such as Grab are available in Hua Hin and offer a simple way to book a car around town.

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• Shared Taxi

  Green songthaews, shared pickup trucks, shuttle up and down Phetkasem Road through Hua Hin.

• Walking

Safety and scams to avoid

• Generic tourist overcharge

  Major tourist zones

  Tourists are quoted significantly above local price.

  How to avoid it: Verify prices upfront. Use registered taxis/apps.

Best time to visit Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin)

• Jan 29°C
• Feb 30°C
• Mar 32°C
• Apr 33°C
• May 32°C
• Jun 31°C
• Jul 30°C
• Aug 30°C
• Sep 30°C
• Oct 31°C
• Nov 28°C
• Dec 28°C

More in Thailand

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• Phuket
• Chiang Mai
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Frequently asked questions about Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin)

How many days do you need in Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin)?

A typical trip to Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin) is 2-3 days.

What are the top-rated places to visit in Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin)?

The highest-rated places in our Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin) guide are Phraya Nakhon Cave, Wat Huay Mongkol (Luang Pu Thuad Statue), Pranburi Forest Park (Pa Sak Ngam), Sam Roi Yot National Park, Kaeng Krachan National Park.

Where should I stay in Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin)?

Our guide covers these areas to stay in Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin): Beach Town.

How do I get around Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin)?

Ways to get around Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin) covered in our guide: Motorbike rental, Ride-hailing app, Shared taxi, Walking.

What scams should I watch out for in Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin)?

Scams reported to us for Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin) include Generic tourist overcharge. Each is explained in the guide, with how to avoid it.

What is the weather like in Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin)?

Average daytime highs in Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin) run from 28°C in Dec to 33°C in Apr.

Which airport is nearest to Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin)?

The nearest airport to Prachuap Khiri Khan (Hua Hin) has the code HHQ.