Hat Yai
Thailand · Southern Thailand (Gulf Coast) · 25 m
Description
Hat Yai (หาดใหญ่) is the largest city in southern Thailand and the region’s most important commercial and transportation hub. This bustling metropolis near the Malaysian border is known for its popular street food night markets, modern shopping malls, diverse culinary scene, and multicultural atmosphere blending Thai, Chinese, and Malay influences. Landmarks such as Hat Yai Municipal Park with its giant Buddha, numerous temples, and the nearby historic coastal city of Songkhla make Hat Yai a diverse travel destination. As the most important transportation hub in southern Thailand, with an international airport and rail connections, the city is also considered a major gateway between Thailand and Malaysia.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 1 to 3 days (optimal 2 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: March – May
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Kim Yong Market
- Hat Yai Street Food
- ASEAN Night Bazaar
- Greenway Night Market
- Khlong Hae Floating Market (weekly)
- Samila Beach(Day trip)
- Golden Mermaid Statue(Day trip)
- Hat Yai Municipal Park
- Hat Yai Cable Car
- Songkhla Old Town(Day trip)
- Phra Phutthamongkol Maharat (Standing Buddha)
- Ton Nga Chang Waterfall(Day trip)
- Hat Yai Municipal Park Viewpoint
- Wat Hat Yai Nai (Reclining Buddha)
- Phra Maha Chedi Tripob Trimongkol (Stainless Steel Temple)
- Santisuk Market
- Central Hat Yai
- Lee Gardens Night Market (daily)
- Khao Tang Kuan(Day trip)
- Koh Yo(Day trip)
- Hat Yai Street Art
- Wat Chue Chang
- Songkhla Lake(Day trip)
- Songkhla Central Mosque(Day trip)
Getting there
- Airports:
- HDY
- Train stations:
- Hat Yai Junction Railway Station