Location: Ubon Ratchathani
Top Things to do in Ubon Ratchathani
Top 5 Things to do Good for Big Groups in Ubon Ratchathani, Ubon Ratchathani Province
Ubon Ratchathani (Thai: อุบลราชธานี, pronounced [ʔubon râːt.tɕʰa.tʰaːniː]) is one of the four major cities of Isan (Khorat/Nakhon Ratchasima, Ubon Ratchathani, Udon Thani, and Khon Kaen), also known as the "big four of Isan". The city is on the Mun River in the south-east of the Isan region of Thailand. It is known as Ubon (อุบลฯ) for short. The name means "royal lotus city". The provincial seal features a pond with a lotus flower and leaves in a circular frame. Ubon was the administrative centre of Ubon Ratchathani Province. As of 2006, the Ubon urban area had a population of about 200,000. This included 85,000 in Thetsaban Nakhon Ubon Ratchathani (Ubon municipality), 30,000 each in Thetsaban Mueang Warin Chamrap (Warin municipality) and Thetsaban Tambon Kham Yai, 24,000 in Thetsaban Tambon Saen Suk, 10,000 in each of Thetsaban Tambon Pathum and Tambon Kham Nam Saep, and 6,000 in Thetsaban Tambon Ubon.
Restaurants in Ubon Ratchathani
1. Wat Phra That Nong Bua
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 255 reviews
Reviewed By HawaiianBlues - Bangkok, Thailand
We found the complex’s geometric layout, incorporated Thai designs and the well-maintained grounds all definite reasons to visit. Our recognition and respect to the local supporters and patrons of this wat. We spent easily over an hour walking all parts of the complex site.
2. Ubon Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By T8349AJsteveh - Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand
Great zoo. Can drive through in big open bus or hire small golf carts. Can get up close to deer.No elephants !!! There is a show put on there which is great. Toucans fly overhead from one trainer to the next.Spectacular.Variety of other animals do tricks. Worth having a look at if in Ubon. Out of town but taxi very cheap
3. Ubon Ratchathani Candle Festival
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
Thailand is a country very rich in the arts. One annual festival which definitely showcase the skills of Thai artists is the Candle Festival, held in Ubon Ratchathani, in the Northeastern part of Thailand. The main event is the Candle possession which takes place on the full moon of July which marks the beginning of Buddhist Lent. You will see huge pieces of sculpture carved out of beeswax candles, decorated with Thai elements and often depicting characters from Thai and Hindu myths and folklores. There is usually a competition and exhibition for these candle sculptures and artists from all over the world come to Thailand to participate. It is a beautiful event that visitors should not miss.
4. Country of Arts (3D Gallery)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By JonnyYokota - Stockholm, Sweden
Me and my fiancee have just gotten engaged. So I though this would be a nice place to take some kneeling pictures. And I thought correct. There are alot of fun shoots you can get here. I would recommend to bring a holder for your camera/phone to get some really nice angles. They have air condition and it is 180 bath in entry fee per person and the got a garage for easy parking. Recommend this very much.
5. Thung Si Mueang
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By T8349AJsteveh - Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand
That monument is in the main city park.So much happens there.People walk.- jog around perimeter. Aerobic are done there .Basketbal is played there.Big area for relaxation. Big Candle monument there.Outdoor gym there.If you go to Ubon it is a must to visit.
