Sukhothai Activities

Options in Sukhothai, Thailand

As one of the premier tourist destinations in Thailand, Sukhothai has activities that are primarily associated with its historical and cultural attractions. The following are some of the most popular activities on Sukhothai.

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Agrotourism

Cycling Route along the Orchards Travel via Highway No. 101 (Sukhothai – Phrae) to Amphoe Sawankhalok. Turn right for Tambon Khlong Krachong. Proceed some 2 kilometres further for Bunchop Em-im Orchard, Tel: 08 1888 1739. Enjoy cycling around the orchard and taste a variety of fruits like pomelo, santol, sapodilla, coconut, star fruit, various kinds of bananas, as well as, the tasty and fleshy plum mango (Bouae Macrophylla) with its chicken-egged size. Then, proceed towards Tambon Ban Tuek by taking a right turn onto Highway No. 102 (Amphoe Si Satchanalai – Uttaradit) at Tambon Hat Siao. Turn left for some 30 kilometres for the Tambon Ban Tuek Community of Amphoe Si Satchanalai. This is a small and peaceful community filled with trees, paddy fields, and scenic mountain ranges, while tourists can enjoy the traditional life of fruit growers. Different types of fruits grown along the hilly terrain include longkong, langsat, mangosteen, durian, banana, pomelo, rambeh, and rambutan. Contact the Si Satchanalai District Agricultural Office, Tel. 0 5567 1036, or Village Headman, Mr. Saneh Mueangmun, Tel. 08 1395 7183.

Eco & Soft Adventure Tourism

Cycling Route: The Old Town of Sukhothai. Trips within the Sukhothai Historical Park can be made by the rental bike service available in front of the Park. Contact the Tourist Service Centre, Tel. 0 5569 7241.

Spa

As spa is very famous through out the country, even Sukhothai is not left behind. There is the well known Ananda Spa at Ananda Museum Gallery Hotel in Sukhothai.

Spas in Hotels/Resorts

Ananda Spa at Ananda Museum Gallery Hotel.

Do

• Rent      a bike and explore the ruins of Old Sukhothai (walking will kill you).      Several rental shops. Price range: 10-50 baht per day.

• Visit      the park at sunrise and admire the Buddha figures in the orange glow      of the morning sun.

• Pay      a visit to the ruins at Si Satchanalai Historic Park, 55 km from new      Sukhothai. Few tourists, great sites, quiet. Bike rental at entrance.

• Walk      around the fresh market in new Sukhothai in the early morning. Try the      tastes of many kinds of local food Sukhothai people like to eat, e.g.,      sticky rice with deep fried pork, sweet deep fried beef or spicy pork      salad wrapped in a banana leaf.

• Rent      a motorbike in new Sukhothai and appreciate the local life-style.

• Have      “Sukhothai” Noodles!! – It’s a must!

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 In Sukhothai Historical Park

A Buddha figure at the market at the historical park. They are available in all historic styles, sizes and materials. It’s forbidden to export Buddha figures from Thailand, even though it is commonly done.

In New Sukhothai

Thongchai Wittayu: The biggest electronic store in Sukhothai. The products are digital cameras, memory cards, MP3 players, etc. You could ask around when you are hanging out in new Sukhothai, most people know the store.