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Si Rachaศรีราชา
One day is enough for Si Racha: visit Khao Kheow Open Zoo, Sriracha Tiger Zoo and enjoy cheap seafood on the waterfront.
Si Racha sits on Thailand's Eastern Gulf Coast, about an hour from Bangkok. Its main draws are two zoos and a lively seafood scene; the town itself lacks beaches, so a single day covers the highlights before heading to nearby islands or Pattaya.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- THB
- Best months
- Nov–Feb
- avoid Apr–Oct (rainy season)
- Airport
- UTP
- Nights
- 1
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- Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
- Thailand ↗Check entry rules and any arrival card on the official Thai government sites for your passport; visa-exempt stays and pre-arrival forms change.
- Thailand ↗Do not criticise or mock the monarchy: insulting the royal family is a criminal offence.
- Thailand ↗Temples and palaces: shoulders and knees covered, shoes off before entering halls.
- Thailand ↗E-cigarettes and vapes are illegal to import or use; do not pack them.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Si Racha191 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Si Racha, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Thai baht (THB, ฿).Thailand-wide
- SIM or eSIMAIS and TrueMove H sell tourist SIMs at airport arrivals; passport registration is required.Thailand-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.Thailand-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: Leave ฿20–100 (≈ US$1–4) or the coins; skip it if a 10% service charge is on the bill.Thailand-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B/C/O. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Thailand-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; stay aware of traffic, keep valuables secure in crowded bus stops.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in malls and hotels; squat toilets with a water bucket in rural stops.Thailand-wide
- Emergency numbers191 police · 1669 ambulance · 1155 tourist police (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany Bangkok street-food vendors stay off the main roads on Mondays (street-cleaning day in several districts)…Thailand-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportUTP U-Tapao International Airport (8‑lane motorway links town to airport, about 30 min drive).
- Getting aroundBuses on Sukhumvit Rd stop at Robinson's; motorway (Highway 3) and taxis connect to Bangkok, Pattaya and Laem Chabang.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)5 km (3.1 mi) taxi ride3.1 mi (5 km) taxi ride150–200 baht (≈ US$5–7)
- Museum or sight ticketKhao Kheow Open Zoo entry150–300 baht (≈ US$5–10)
- Budget bedGuesthouse room, a night, per person฿900 (≈ US$30)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ฿800 (≈ US$25) · Mid ฿1,500 (≈ US$50) · High ฿2,500 (≈ US$80)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- UTP U-Tapao International Airport (8‑lane motorway links town to airport, about 30 min drive)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Feb
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Mar
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34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Apr
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
May
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Jun
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Dec
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Best: Nov–Feb. Avoid: Apr–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)), coolest Jan (21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C) low), wettest Sep (16 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Si Racha: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
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Feb
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
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Mar
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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Apr
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
6 rd
May
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
14 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
16 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13 rd
Nov
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
5 rd
Dec
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Buses on Sukhumvit Rd stop at Robinson's; motorway (Highway 3) and taxis connect to Bangkok, Pattaya and Laem Chabang. Walkable waterfront, but plan for traffic jams.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Ko Si Chang
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Ferry from Si Racha pier, about 30 min
Small island with quiet beaches and a lighthouse
Bang Saen
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Local bus or taxi north 10 km (6.2 mi)Local bus or taxi north 6.2 mi (10 km)
Popular local beach, good for a quick swim
Khao Kheow Open Zoo
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Road 4036 west from Hwy 7, 15 min drive
Entry 150–300 baht; night safari extra 200–400 baht
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
The City Hotel
Clean rooms, pool, shuttle; 2,825–10,005 baht per night
Cityview Residence
Basic rooms; 890–1,890 baht per night
Seaview Hotel
Budget option; 890–1,890 baht per night
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ฿800–1,200 (≈ US$25–40) excl. bed
- Mid
- ฿1,500–2,500 (≈ US$50–80) excl. bed
- High
- ฿2,500 (≈ US$80)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse room2 × 1 night × ฿1,300 | ฿2,600 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ฿1,500 | ฿3,000 |
| Ferry to Ko Si Chang (round trip)2 × ฿250 · check | ฿500 |
| Khao Kheow Open Zoo entry2 × ฿200 · average price | ฿400 |
| eSIM, one week data2 × ฿300 · check | ฿600 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ฿710 |
| Trip total≈ ฿3,905 per person per day, bed included | ฿7,810≈ US$250 |
Typical 400 baht/night per person
2026 estimate in THB; flights and long‑distance train not included.
Prices of common things
| Seafood plate with nam prik si racha | 150–300 baht (≈ US$5–10) |
| 5 km taxi ride | 150–200 baht (≈ US$5–7) |
| Khao Kheow Open Zoo entry | 150–300 baht (≈ US$5–10) |
| Sriracha Tiger Zoo entry | 350 baht (≈ US$11) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Road congestion on Sukhumvit Rd, especially peak hours
- Zoo entry fees vary; check current prices before visiting
- Hot sauce branding may cause confusion – the town is not a beach resort
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 191
- Ambulance
- 1669
- Tourist police
- 1155
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Emergency
- Police191
- Ambulance1669
- Tourist police1155
Embassy
US consulate in Bangkok (check address); other embassies in Bangkok.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bangkok → Si Racha bus: ≈150 baht, 1 h 15 min (check)
- Ferry Si Racha → Ko Si Chang: ≈250 baht round‑trip, 30 min each way
Say or show
- ขอโทษ — Excuse me / Sorry (kho thot)
- ขอบคุณ — Thank you (khob khun)
- เท่าไหร่ — How much is it? (tao rai)
- จ่ายด้วยบัตรได้ไหม — Can I pay by card? (jai duay bat dai mai)
- ห้องน้ำอยู่ที่ไหน — Where is the toilet? (hong nam yu ti nai)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Si Racha. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Feb · avoid Apr–Oct (rainy season) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a ferry ticket to Ko Si Chang for a beach day
- Combine zoo visits with a lunch at a waterfront seafood stall
Sources
- officialWikidata – Si Racha
- officialKhao Kheow Open Zoo
- officialSriracha Tiger Zoo
- secondaryWikivoyage: Si Racha, revision 5241283 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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