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Khorat (Nakhon Ratchasima)

Nakhon Ratchasima is the capital of Nakhon Ratchasima province, the largest city and metropolitan area in Northeastern Thailand, the third-largest metropolitan area and seventh most-populous city proper in Thailand. It is 250 kilometres (160 mi) northeast of Bangkok, one of the four major cities of Isan, known as the "big four of Isan", and has a population of 466,098 people as of 2021.

Type CityPopulation 466,098

Why go

  • City municipality in Thailand.
  • Served by Nakhon Ratchasima Airport (NAK).

History

Nakhon Ratchasima is the capital of Nakhon Ratchasima province, the largest city and metropolitan area in Northeastern Thailand, the third-largest metropolitan area and seventh most-populous city proper in Thailand. It is 250 kilometres (160 mi) northeast of Bangkok, one of the four major cities of Isan, known as the "big four of Isan", and has a population of 466,098 people as of 2021. The city is commonly known as Korat, a shortened form of its name.

Restaurants & places to go

Pizza, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 10:00-22:00 Features: takeaway · ราชดำเนิน, 30000 · 1112.com
Indoor
Chicken, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · kfc.co.th
Indoor
Japanese, Restaurant · Opening hours: Fr-We, PH 17:00-23:00 · facebook.com
Indoor
Coffee, Tea, Cafe · Opening hours: Fr-Su 07:00-18:00 Features: outdoor seating, air conditioning · 967 พิชัยสงคราม, โพธิ์กลาง, 30000 · facebook.com
Indoor
Shabu Shabu, Japanese Sukiyaki, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Su 12:00-22:00 Features: air conditioning · ถ.มานะศิลป์ ต.ในเมือง อ.เมือง, นครราชสีมา, 30000 · shabu-monster.business.site
Indoor
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Su 09:00-17:00 Features: outdoor seating · 839/34 ถนนสุรนารายณ์, บ้านเกาะ, 30000 · facebook.com
Indoor
Thai, Coffee Shop, Cake, Cafe · Opening hours: 09.00-18.00 Features: outdoor seating · 1475 ราชสีมา-ปักธงชัย 304, 30000 · facebook.com
Indoor
Tea, Donut, Thai, Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 09:00-18:00; Sa-Su 10:00-18:00 · 255/5 ถนนยมราช, 30000 · facebook.com
Indoor

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Airports

Nakhon Ratchasima Airport (NAK) 28 km to the centre
Chaloem Phra Kiat, 30, TH — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Khorat Airport 4.2 km to the centre
Nakhon Ratchasima, 30, TH
Outdoor
Camp Suranaree Airport 2.7 km to the centre
Nong Phai Lom, 30, TH
Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Nakhon Ratchasima Airport (NAK); 2 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Khorat (Nakhon Ratchasima). Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail