Siam Chai Haad Sai Khao in Nakhon Pathom
Bang Sean and Pattaya beaches in Chonburi are the best choices for Bangkokians when they need a quick beach vacation. But with how crowded those spots can get, it might not be ideal.
However, we now have an alternative to put on our travel bucket list. This artificial beach, Siam Haad Sai Khao, is perfect for your weekend getaway and is located just an hour away from Bangkok.
Artificial beach with street food
Siam Chai Haad Sai Khao or Siam Chai White Beach is a man-made beach located in Nakhon Chaisi district in Nakhon Pathom, Thailand.
The admission fee is ฿30 (~USD0.87)/person. If the place is holding a festival or a big concert, the fee can go up to ฿100 (~USD2.91)/person.
Coconut palms, white sand, and the beautiful blue sea – everything you need on a beach is offered here. Besides, the place comes with cleanliness and safety precautions and fewer crowds.
If swimming isn’t satisfying enough, you can rent a boat to paddle from ฿40 (~USD0.87)/hr. For your safety, you can rent a life jacket for ฿20 (~USD0.58).
When tired and hungry, you can find many food stalls to get some food to munch on. You can also rent a thatched hut for ฿100 (~USD2.91) to lounge with friends or family. If you want just a chair to sit on, a deck chair can be rented at ฿20 (~USD0.58).
Getting to Siam Chai Haad Sai Khao
If you’re looking for a beach near Bangkok to chill out, keep this beach on the radar as it’s just one hour away. Coming here with friends can be so much fun.
Driving here from Bangkok takes about one hour.
For cafe ideas in Nakhon Pathom, check out Kanna Cafe, Bubble in the Forest, and Khot Mu Rim Nam.
Address: 88 Tha Phraya, Nakhon Chai Si District, Nakhon Pathom 73120
Opening hours: 7am-9pm, Daily
Entrance fee: ฿30 (~USD0.87)/person
Contact: +66 8 1446 2441 | Siam Chai Haad Sai Khao’s Facebook | Google Maps
Cover image adapted from: @tastefree via Instagram and @yingyotm via Instagram
Originally published by Petpailin Kirdsaeng on 8 July 2020. Updated on 4/20/2023