Things to do & places to visit in Ubon Ratchathani Province, Thailand

Ubon Ratchathani Province #31 destination in Thailand 2023. The average rating score is 4.26 based on 1.749 traveler reviews, of 70 attractions. Timezone: Asia/Bangkok, current date and time: Tuesday, May 07, 2024, 4:43.

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General weather summary in May

93°F - 78°F

Temperature Highs - Lows

Very warm, sticky

Feels like

50%

Chance of rain

270.0 millimeters

Amount

8.8 mph

Wind speed

69%

Humidity

12.8

Daylight length

5:32 AM

Sunrise

6:21 PM

Sunset

19%

Cloud cover

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5.0 Haad Chom Dao (10 reviews)
- Rock of ages
Spent 1-2 hours Canyons • Geologic Formations

Love this place great sandstone rock formations and swimming holes San Phan Bok (3,00 rock holes) downstream is more well-known but this place. commonly Hat Chom Dao, is a bit of a secret, it's not that far to walk from the car park but the first part, which is a concrete road, is steep After that there are interesting swirl holes, rock shapes and delightful pools. We took so many photos. There is a recommended time to visit and that is the dry season from (November to April I think) however the river flow is changing because of 11 dams in China. Also it gets very hot especially March to May so to go early or later in the day is better, however we swam in the rock pools so the heat didn't worry us. If you walk another kilometer and a bit. you will come to a stretch of sand called Hat Chom Dao beach but generally swimming in the Mekong itself is a bit dangerous in fast flowing sections and very muddy so we stuck to the rock pools. Highly recommended See more..
5.0 Wat Pha To Ban Pak Sang (6 reviews)
- Great place to visit
Religious Sites

It's a good temple, locals hold it in very high esteem as its one of the oldest in the area, possibly a few hundred years old. Fantastic views of the Mekong River, overlooking Laos. Friendly staff, very welcoming of westerners as few make it out this far from Bangkok. Worth the visit. Great food within the temple area also, and extremely low cost. There are buses from Bangkok, take one of the ones that go to the Laos border. Lots of cheap resorts in the area to stay at, and you can find monkeys about 5 km away, but you'll need help from a local to find them. Well worth a visit, well and truly off the beaten path, no western tourists here at all. See more..
5.0 Wat Phichsopharam (4 reviews)
- ปฏิบัติทางจิต
Religious Sites

ไปวัดที่มีครูอาจารย์ดี สถานทีศักดิ์สิทธิ์เหมาะสำหรับท่านที่ต้องการมาปฏิบัติ การเดินสะดวก
สถานที่สัปปายะ เหมาะจริงๆ See more..
5.0 Naamneuua (3 reviews)
- Great Thai Massage
Spas

Professioanly run massage and spa with qualified masseuse who speaks fluent English in the heart of Ubin Ratchathani, Thailand See more..
5.0 Wat Suan Hin Pha Nang Khoi (2 reviews)
- Nice scenary
Religious Sites

Good village temple... Used to be visited by the elder princess of thailand.. Abbot of the temple po luxi is hardworking n man of few words.. See more..
4.5 Wat Phra That Nong Bua (263 reviews)
- Be sure to visit the assembly hall ( Viharn)
Religious Sites

If you’re interested in unique architecture and Buddhist temples this is worth a one hour visit to admire the various structures on the temple grounds. The 1956 tower ( chedi) is famous but I was impressed more with the interior of the assembly hall ( Viharn). The style is a mix of modern and “European” architecture with its exterior columns, huge circular glass windows and the decorative, painted ceilings with arches that reminded me of the historical cathedrals in Europe. -And the gold statues of Buddha was impressive. See more..
4.5 Pha Taem National Park (153 reviews)
- Very nice park with interesting features
National Parks

Entrance to the park, it has been said, is 400 baht for foreigners, and I don't care. Thai should be able to see their own stuff and the foreigner can be asked for support. Once inside you first stop off at Sao Chaliang, an interesting structure of huge rocks atop one another. From there you can take a short walk to enjoy the view and see a deep crack in the rock. Then you can drive a few kilometers to the visitor center to take a walk along the trail to see the rock paintings. According to one guide the first two are the most interesting, meaning an 800 meter walk. You can follow the trail back to the parking, total 4,1 km, but we did not do that. There is quite some climbing and an uneven path involved. The illustrations themselves are vague but still well preserved and an amazing 3000-4000 years old. Of course there is more to see and explore in the park, it depends on how much time you want to spend. The above will take about 1,5 hours. See more..
4.5 Sam Phan Bok (129 reviews)
- Perfect late afternoon photo time.
Canyons • Geologic Formations

Best time to visit is after 15:30. Not hot and beautiful sky. Super ig photo spots. We arrived from boats, suggested by local people that it is more suitable for my 70+ parents. Still a bit of climbing, though. Our boat guide was terrific caretaker and photographer, not afraid of getting up/down/wet for each photo spots.. ;)) Never know my parents would love to be models. They got their new profile pictures. I plan to come back again. Love this. See more..
4.5 Sirindhorn Wararam Phu Prao Temple (Wat Phu Prao) (94 reviews)
- Beautiful view, cool breeze, fun experience at sunset and in the dark
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Points of Interest & Landmarks

Got there 5 minutes before the sunset and wow, what a relaxing and mesmerizing experience. The sala with the Buddha glows an eerie red color and once the sun has set and it is dark, the fluorescent paintings in the back of the sala give it a fun and eerie feeling. Well worth the 1.5 hours driving from Ubon Ratchatani to see it. See more..
4.5 Wat Nong Pah Pong (88 reviews)
- If you are a westerner interested in Buddhism this temple is a must.
Religious Sites

Ajan Chah was the Abbott of this temple, he was famous for teaching western monks, his bones are here. A great place to meditate. See more..
4.5 Wat Pah Nanachat (47 reviews)
- A wonderful stay if looking for inner peace
Religious Sites

This is no commercial entity and you shouldn't be going there unless you have an 'intermediate' knowledge and practice in Buddhism at least. The conditions are most austere and demanding. You are expected to work and participate in all the monastic events. After the initial three days, the guest monk will assess you and either permit you to stay longer or ask you to head home. That all said, this place has given me one of the most relaxing stays every, certainly the most memorable 10ish days abroad. It's very intense and spiritual and you have plenty of opportunities to elevate your own spirituality, including an excellent library and other resources. The monks rarely talk and expect you to look inside/insight for answers - it's not a retreat centre. Please, do bear in mind that you cannot do your tourist sightseeings and cheap/free stays here. This is really only for practicing Buddhists. And please leave a dana (donation) before you leave. See more..
4.5 Ubon Zoo (42 reviews)
- Very nice and relaxing zoo to visit
Zoos

This zoo has a lot of interesting animals that are taking good care of with a lot of natural space. You will have to get around in a bus or a golf-car, that you drive yourself, which is great. It has a nice sample of tigers and lions, but you will not find all the animals that you would expect from a zoo. Strangely enough it doesn't have any elephants, but you can probably do without. I was impressed. See more..
4.5 Ubon Ratchathani Candle Festival (31 reviews)
- Thai art and culture at its best
Cultural Events

Thailand is a country very rich in the arts. One annual festival which definitely showcase the skills of Thai artists is the Candle Festival, held in Ubon Ratchathani, in the Northeastern part of Thailand. The main event is the Candle possession which takes place on the full moon of July which marks the beginning of Buddhist Lent. You will see huge pieces of sculpture carved out of beeswax candles, decorated with Thai elements and often depicting characters from Thai and Hindu myths and folklores. There is usually a competition and exhibition for these candle sculptures and artists from all over the world come to Thailand to participate. It is a beautiful event that visitors should not miss. See more..
4.5 Wat Ban Na Muang (23 reviews)
- Not to be missed
Spent 1-2 hours Religious Sites

Located only 7kms north east of Ubon Ratchathani this temple complex is certainly worth a visit. Plenty of photo opportunities. The pigeons certainly detract from your experience around the 'floating' boat temple but it is what it is. Allow at least a couple of hours. See more..
4.5 Heo Sin Chai Cave (15 reviews)
- Spectacular hidden Buddhist Sanctuary
Caverns & Caves

Those visitors who thought this hidden gem was more spectacular in the rainy season were absolutely correct. The entry to the cavern is by a narrow path and steps through a corridor between massive boulders and and beautiful water shower streaming down ferny cliffs. On the other side of the cavern up a long flight of steps is an array of religious figurines... Monks, hermits etc Don't miss it See more..
4.5 Wat Saprasansuk (13 reviews)
- Large temple complex
Spent 1-2 hours Religious Sites

An impressive and attractive complex of buildings and a pleasant walk around a lake. Turtles and a lot of fish to feed. Well worth visiting See more..
4.5 Khemarat Walking Street (7 reviews)
- Amazing Saturday at Khemmarat Walking Street
Spent 2-3 hours Flea & Street Markets

One of the greatest highlights of my trip to Ubon Ratchathani is Khemmarat Walking Street. On every Saturday, the Thai Folk Dancers will gather at Khemmarat Walking Street to give a high dance performance. The dance performance is truly unique to the Khemmarat district of Ubon Ratchathani, and such a lively atmosphere is only found here. I had a lot of great fun! See more..
4.5 Sang Chan Waterfall (7 reviews)
- Spectacular Waterfall
Waterfalls

The Sang Chan Waterfall is definitely worth the walk down the rocky slope. This is a large waterfall through a large circular whole in the rock See more..
4.5 Sirindhorn Dam Golf Course (3 reviews)
- Great Golf Course
Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Golf Courses

Great golf course with great views in a peaceful setting and off the beaten track. If you are a golfer and want to play a course which many don’t know about this is ideal. See more..
4.5 Wat Pa Phulom Khao (3 reviews)
- วัดป่าท่ามกลางธรรมชาติ
Religious Sites

วัดป่าภูลอมข้าว อยู่ที่บ้านเตย ในเขตอำเภอเขมราฐ ภายในวัดบรรยากาศร่มรื่น อากาศเย็นสบาย มีต้นไม้น้อยใหญ่ขึ้น ให้ความร่มรื่น เงียบสงบ ทำให้จิตใจสงบค่ะ See more..
4.5 Praya Tao Ngoi (3 reviews)
- Worth a stop
Spent 1-2 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites • Monuments & Statues

Food and trinkets available. More vendors and expanded grounds since last visit a few years ago. A little off the beaten path See more..
4.5 Lak Muang (City Pillar Shrine) (3 reviews)
- 공원과 야시장사이에 있다
Spent < 1 hour Religious Sites

여기 지도보고 갔다가 헛걸음하고 현지인에게 물어 텅시무앙 공원과 야시장 사이에 있는 걸 알아내어서 찾아갔다 금빛 사원안에 소중하게 모셔지고 있고 많은 이들이 엄숙하게 기도를 올리고 있었다
여기 지도보고 갔다가 헛걸음하고 현지인에게 물어 텅시무앙 공원과 야시장 사이에 있는 걸 알아내어서 찾아갔다 금빛 사원안에 소중하게 모셔지고 있고 많은 이들이 엄숙하게 기도를 올리고 있었다 See more..
4.5 ขัวน้อยบ้านชีทวน (2 reviews)
- One of the biggest Buddhas in the area
Points of Interest & Landmarks

There is a beautiful Temple in Khuean Nai which we were told has one of the biggest Buddhas in the area. We thought we had to have a look and check it all out. We have to say that it is very impressive but it is in quite a remote spot and a little off the tourist area which equates to many parts of Isaan Thailand. Access by car was no problem and there is a free car parking area for the Temple. The grounds are well tended as is the water area in front which houses a show fountain. When you get close- the Gold Buddha is enormous. The inside is clean, modern and impressive with quite a holy aura about the place. Shoes off before entering as a mark of respect as a matter of course. Certainly I recommend a good look. See more..
4.0 Thung Si Mueang (142 reviews)
- Nice park
Parks

I walked through and around this park twice and it's a real popular place for the locals. A good place to get some exercise and enjoy some fresh air. See more..
4.0 Wat Thung Sri Muang (102 reviews)
- A really beautiful old library building
Religious Sites

It's built on rough-hewn wooden pillars that are sunk into the bottom of a lotus pond, so that it's surrounded by water to protect the manuscripts it contains from termites and other insects. The architecture of the wooden structure with its pitched, vaulted roofs is perfectly balanced, modest yet completely sure of itself. The old mondop nearby has a large Buddha footprint and 150-year-old murals drawn from the Jataka Tales that are realistic and symbolic simultaneously. It's cool inside even on hot days. It doesn't take long to walk around, but it's worthwhile to sit for several minutes here and there and let the historic atmosphere sink in. See more..
4.0 Ubon Ratchathani National Museum (82 reviews)
- Really enjoyed
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Wow really enjoyed looking around here, small but lovely, plenty of history and a beautiful old well maintained building. See more..
4.0 Wat Tham Khoo Ha (53 reviews)
- A Truly Beautiful Place
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Truly beautiful place. We visited here on way to the Mekong River hotel. I didn't know it was here but suddenly we saw these all white towers of the Temple gleaming in the sunlight and then this huge gong came into view. It looked like a fairytale. We walked around the site for a good hour but we couldn't unfortunately stay longer and go inside the Temple. There were some lovely views from here of the Mekong/Mun Rivers and it's a beautiful spot well worth visiting We walked around See more..
4.0 Rachabut Night Market (50 reviews)
- Nice little night market.
Flea & Street Markets

I ate here twice during my stay in Ubon. The food is beautiful and plenty to pick from. The locals are friendly and the atmosphere is good. See more..
4.0 Kaeng Tana National Park (35 reviews)
- Nice experience with locals
National Parks • Parks

National park, with suspension bridges, rapid and waterfall, visitor centre See more..
4.0 Sao Chaleang (34 reviews)
- Love the shape of the stone!
Geologic Formations

Nice place to stop during the trip as it's so amazing and can be a nice stop to take cool pictures, better take a little walk around the area. See more..