Ubon Ratchathani
Top Places to Visit
Monument Of Merit
A Monument of Merit has been erected by former World War II POWs to commemorate the kindness of the people of Ubon.
Wat Nong Bua
Wat Nong Bua (off Chanyangkun Rd, past the BKS station) is a highly unusual large white angular chedi, said to be a copy of the Mahabodhi stupa in Bodh Gaya, ... more
Candle Sculpture
Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand
A bright yellow elaborately carved candle sculpture, completed in 2000, standing 22 meters tall and dedicated to the King, showcases Isaan art styles and has ... more
Phra Phatumvoraratsuriyawang
Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand
A statue of Phra Phatumvoraratsuriyawang commemorates the tersely named founder of the town.
Wat Nong Pah Pong
Wat Nong Pah Pong is the forest monastery of the late venerable Ajahn Chah, one of the most famous mation masters in Thailand in recent times. About 70 monks ... more
Wat Thung Si Muang
Wat Thung Si Muang (Luang Rd) is primarily notable for its wooden scripture hall (hor trai), on stilts above a pond to stop ants and termites. The monastery ... more
Top Places to Eat
Risotto
Phichit Rangsan Rd
, Ubon Ratchathani
Phone: ☎ +66 81-8791869
Phone: ☎ +66 81-8791869
Risotto, Phichit Rangsan Rd (intersection with Phonphaen Rd, 100 m west of Laithong Hotel), ☎ +66 81-8791869. 11:00-23:00. Authentic Italian style pizza, pasta...
Spago Original Italian Pizza
420 Chaengsanit Rd
, Ubon Ratchathani
Phone: ☎ +66 45-281100
Phone: ☎ +66 45-281100
Spago Original Italian Pizza, 420 Chaengsanit Rd, ☎ +66 45-281100, [4]. 11:30-14.30 and 17:00-22:00. The pizzas are baked in a wood-fired oven and the flour and...
Peppers Bakery & Café
297/2-3 Uppalisan Rd
, Ubon Ratchathani
Phone: ☎ +66 45-264599
Phone: ☎ +66 45-264599
Peppers Bakery & Café, 297/2-3 Uppalisan Rd (opposite the entrance to the air force base), ☎ +66 45-264599, [3]. 08:00-21:00. Great coffee, along with cakes, ... more
Top Shopping Places
D-block
D-Block (Formerly Thean Chai) for gardening products made by hand from Isan and concrete products for construction.
Phanchat Esan Folk Arts & Handicrafts
Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand
Phanchat Esan Folk Arts & Handicrafts for a wide selection of souvenirs and handicrafts. Has two beautifully designed locations downtown.
Top Places for Nightlife
Miss Aree Coffee
Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand
Miss Aree Coffee (Opposite Ubon University) serves freshly brewed coffee.
Top Activity Places
Candle Festival
Ubon's biggest event is the Candle Festival, held in early July on Khao Phansa day, which marks the beginning of the rainy season retreat. During three months, ... more
Illuminated Boat Procession
Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand
A less well-known illuminated boat procession is also held in October to mark the end of the rainy season (Ok Phansa).
