Laem Sor Pagoda (Chedi Laem Sor)
A striking golden-tiled stupa on the quiet south coast, with a nearby seaside pagoda reached by a short bridge — peaceful and off the main circuit.
- Category
- Temples (Wat)
- Entrance fee
- Free (donations welcome), as of 2026 — confirm locally
- Hours
- Daily, roughly 08:00–18:00 (daylight hours); confirm locally
- Best time
- Late afternoon for golden light on the gilded chedi
- Time needed
- 20–40 minutes
About Laem Sor Pagoda (Chedi Laem Sor)
If you want a temple without a single tour bus in sight, this is it. Tucked away on the quiet south coast, the golden-tiled chedi glows in the afternoon light, and the little seaside pagoda across the short bridge makes it feel like a place you stumbled onto rather than one everyone visits.
The trade-off is the drive. It's a fair way out from Chaweng, so this is one for people who like the journey and the calm as much as the destination. If you're short on time or don't want to ride that far, there are closer temples that tick the same box.
Come late in the day for the golden light, and enjoy having the place largely to yourself. Modest dress applies here as anywhere.
Highlights
- Golden-tiled stupa glowing in afternoon light
- Seaside pagoda reached by a short bridge
- Peaceful, crowd-free south-coast setting
- Free to enter
Tips
- Come late afternoon for golden light on the chedi
- It's a long ride, so plan it as a proper outing
- Dress modestly at the temple
- Great pick if you want to escape the tour crowds
How to get there
About 40–50 min by scooter/taxi to the far south coast from Chaweng via the ring road and Route 4170