Trang 3-Day Itinerary

A day-by-day plan for Trang: the best attractions in order, where to eat, how to get around — with free hotel briefings for your stay.

Day 1

Arrive & Explore the Highlights

Morning
Trang Provincial Museum (Museum of Trang)

A small museum in a restored colonial-era building documenting Trang's history as a trading port, with exhibits on tin mining, rubber, and local culture. Donations welcome.

🕐 Tue-Sun 9am-4pm, Mon closed

Free entry

💡 Check the opening hours before you go – it's often closed for lunch 12-1pm. The staff can point you to a free map of the old town walking route.

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Afternoon
Wat Tantayaphirom

A working Thai Buddhist temple with an ornate, tiered roof, a small museum of local artifacts, and a meditation pavilion open to visitors. The grounds are quiet and shady.

🕐 Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 9am-4pm, Sun closed

Free entry

💡 Ask at the office for a free guided walk in English – the monk there trains in meditation and sometimes offers a short session. Donate a few baht for incense.

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Evening
Where to eat

Mayow · ££

Rubber Tree · ££

Day 2

Deeper Into Trang

Morning
Trang Clock Tower Roundabout

The central landmark of Trang town – a four-faced clock tower in a roundabout surrounded by old shophouses and street food stalls. Great for people-watching and photos of the city's mix of Thai-Chines

🕐 Open daily, 24 hours (clock visible; roundabout open to traffic)

💡 Visit at sunset when the clock lights up and the street market along Thanon Kantang sets up. Try the fried banana from the cart on the southeast corner – 10 baht.

Midday
Ratsadapisek Park

A large public park with a lake, jogging track, playground, and exercise equipment. Locals come for evening aerobics and picnics. Quiet during the day.

🕐 Daily 5am-8pm

💡 Rent a bicycle from the booth near the south gate for 20 baht per hour. The best time is late afternoon when the heat drops and the monitor lizards come out to sunbathe.

Evening
Dining tonight

จันทร์เจ้า

Coco Lodge

Day 3

Final Favourites & Departure

Morning
Thung Wa Rafting and River Walk

A natural river stretch near Trang city where you can walk in shallow, clear water among limestone karsts and small fish. No rafting cost if you just wade from

💡 Go early morning, around 7am, to avoid crowds and see monitor lizards. You can hire a local guide for 200 baht to show you the best spots.

Final meal

Sugar's Coffee

Ma Kin Ni

Getting Around Trang

Local Bus (White Bus) From 10 THB 10 min

Takes route along Thanon Phra Ram 6. Get off at the clock tower roundabout; Mookies is a 3-minute walk south. Not useful after dark.

Trang Airport Taxi From 150-200 THB 15 min

Fixed price at the airport counter. Avoid touts outside; the official stand is just past baggage claim.

Trang Tuk-Tuk (Shared) From 20-50 THB per person 5 min

Flag any tuk-tuk going along Thanon Ratsada. No meter—agree price first. Most drivers know Mookies by the green sign.

Airport Shuttle (Songthaew) From 60 THB 25 min

Shared red pickup truck. Wave it down outside the airport. Tell driver 'Mookies'—they know it. Cash only.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 3 days enough for Trang?

Three days covers the main highlights well. You can see the key attractions like Trang Provincial Museum (Museum of Trang) and get a genuine feel for the city. For a more leisurely pace or to explore neighbourhoods in depth, a 5-day trip is better.

What is the best time to visit Trang?

See our full best time to visit Trang guide — it covers weather month by month, peak vs. shoulder seasons and how to avoid the crowds.

Where should I stay for this itinerary?

A central location saves transit time between sites. Top options include Had Farang, Mookies Bungalow, Sawadee Resort. See the full ranked list with free briefings for each.