The coastal city of Si Racha, more popularly known as “Home of the World's Favourite Hot Sauce”, is one of the most fascinating cities in Thailand. Si Racha is home to a large number of tourist attractions including museums, botanical gardens, beaches, bars, pubs, shopping centers, night markets, and amusement parks. Whether you are an adventure junkie, a solace seeker, or the quintessential solo traveler, the city is sure to amaze you.
Main Attractions
The Bottle Art Museum is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Si Racha. The brainchild of Mrs. Prepaisi Thaipanich and Mr. Pieter Bij De Leij, the museum has 300 miniatures in bottles. The scenes preserved in the bottles include palaces, vessels, churches, and major tourist attractions. The intricate designing and craftsmanship are sure to leave you awestruck. Some of the popular hotels near the museum are OYO 120 JA Siam City, and OYO Blue Bed Pattaya.
Saithip Butterfly Gardens is home to more than 100 species of butterflies and a must-visit for those fond of butterflies. The large variety of butterflies makes it one of the most visited tourist attractions in the city.
Grand Canyon Chonburi offers one of the most breathtaking views of Chonburi. The pool below shines like an emerald ensconced in a deep canyon. It's the perfect spot for some uber-cool Instagram pictures.
Aeon Sriracha Shopping Center is a true shopper’s paradise. With a large number of cafes, boutiques, handicrafts and souvenir shops, massage parlors, juice stands, and salons, the mall provides a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. Moreover, the mall has well laid out interiors and a peaceful atmosphere, making it ideal for visitors to relax and rejuvenate.
Recommended Dishes
Si Racha is famous for its steaks, pork, seafood, soups, salads, desserts, and noodles. Jaeng Lon, grilled Thai fish cake skewers, Kanom Jak, grilled Thai Coconut Taffy, Khao Lam, Bamboo stuffed sticky rice pudding, Hoy Jor, crispy crab sausage, and Hor Mok, steamed seafood mousse are some of the most popular dishes. Mum Aroi, The Orchard Restaurant, California Steak Restaurant, Le Marin Restaurant, Swensens, S&P Grand Seaside, and Salad House are some of the best restaurants in the city. They offer delicious cuisine at the best prices. How to reach Si Racha?
The nearest airport to Si Racha is the U-Tapao International Airport at a distance of 34.5 miles from the city. It serves both domestic and international flights flying to and from the city. The main forms of public transport in the city are buses, trains, cars and tricycles
Best time to visit Si Racha
The months between November and February are the best months to visit Si Racha. The weather during these months is cool and pleasant, making it ideal for outdoor activities and sightseeing.
To make the best of your stay at Si Racha, OYO Hotels have more than 70 established properties in the city. Visitors can be assured of the best facilities when planning their stay with OYO Hotels. Some of the basic facilities include 24/7 check-ins, spacious king/queen-sized beds, first-aid, wheelchair accessibility, swimming pool, tea/coffee making facilities, ensuite bathrooms, card payments, and free toiletries. You can also expect conference rooms, banquet halls, bars, and pet-friendliness in select OYO Hotels.