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Songkhla is a recommended destination in Thailand for those who love walking around the local markets, finding Halal cuisine, and sunbathing on mesmerizing beaches. The information below will help you learn more about Songkhla before exploring it yourself.

Travel Tips for Songkhla

What you need to know before traveling here

Getting Around Songkhla

A guide to Songkhla's local transportation

Buses
Minivans
Taxis

Songkhla prepares buses for people who prefer taking public transportation. One of the bus stations is on Nakhon Nok Road. The bus route varies, such as from Bangkok to Songkhla. People can use the VIP and Class buses. Most buses operate daily from 08.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m.

Practical Tips for Songkhla

Things to prepare and best way to visit

What is the weather like in Songkhla?

As one of the tropical areas, the weather in Songkhla is warm, with the average temperature ranging from 29 to 32 degrees Celsius. The weather may change according to the month and natural conditions. It can be very hot, rainy, and windy sometimes. For example, the weather in this area can be warm and rainy in January. On the other hand, the temperature in February is warmer, with a little wind and a sunny and clear sky. Songkhla has a high rain level from September to November. The weather from January to April is the best and most comfortable for foreign travelers. The condition is slightly cold in the morning, yet warmer in the afternoon. You can even enjoy the nightlife in Songkhla since it is not too cold at night.

What are the best attractions in Songkhla?

Wonderful Nature Songkhla is surrounded by wonderful nature, such as beaches, lakes, and waterfalls. For example, you can visit Ton Nga Chang Waterfall, Songkhla Lake, Boripatra Forest Park, or Muang Ngam Beach. All destinations offer wonderful scenery you want to capture. Shopping Centers Bring enough money since you can buy so many unique and attractive products while exploring Songkhla. This area offers a variety of products from local, community, modern, and other products. Go to the local shopping centers, such as Di Naenon, Ban Sukkhaphap, and Pak Bang to find the best local gifts you can bring home. Street Art Painting on the Walls The artistic street art paintings on the walls are also why travelers want to know more about Songkhla. You can find this street art attraction and artistic ambiance in the middle of the town. Then, go to small streets known as Nakorn Nok, Nakorn Nai, and Nang Ngam Streets. The walls in these streets are full of artistic paintings. You can stop there for a while, sit in the cafes, and enjoy the atmosphere.

What are the must-try foods in Songkhla?

Hat Yai Hat Yai is a recommended Songkhla dish for chicken lovers. People also call this dish Southern Thai Fried Chicken. The chicken is tasty because it is marinated with ingredients such as garlic, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and more. The chefs dip the marinated chicken in batter and fry it in hot oil. Local people often serve Hat Yai with crispy fried shallots, warm rice, and sweet chili sauce. Kaeng Tai Pla It is not a problem if you don’t like chicken because Songkhla also has a variety of dishes made of fish, including Kaeng Tai Pla. It is fish curry with a great aroma. Tai Pla is fermented fish entrails in the Songkhla language. The fermented fish is cooked with spicy curry paste and other ingredients. That’s why the liquid texture and strong herb aroma are thick. Pla Thot Khamin Plat Thot Khamin is another Songkhla fish dish you must try. The fish is cooked using a deep-fried method. Before that, the chefs clean the fish and season it with salt, turmeric, and garlic. It is the reason why the color of this dish looks orange or yellow.

Where should I stay in Songkhla?

You can stay around the Muang Songkhla area because it has some hotels with various services and facilities. Most hotels around this area serve their guests with a Jacuzzi, coffee shop, restaurant, and buffet restaurant. Alternatively, you can also stay around Sanehanusorn Road Hat Yai because it is easy to find a place to stay in this area.

What should I know before visiting Songkhla?

Songkhla has so many beaches and lakes, so bring your swimsuit. Some destinations you will explore in this area can be sacred places or places for worship. Understand and follow the rules before entering the destinations, such as worship, mosque, or sacred area. Wear something to cover the body, such as a hat, an umbrella, or eyeglasses to protect yourself from the sunlight in Songkhala. The sunlight in Songkhla can be hot in the afternoon in certain months.

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