Khu Duea Beach
A riverside hangout where Ubon locals go to eat, sit and watch the light drop.
Plan your visit
- Hours
- Daily 10:30–21:30
Check Monsoon Windows
Andaman coast beaches (Phuket, Krabi) have rough seas May–October. Gulf beaches (Samui, Hua Hin) are roughest October–December. Plan your beach trip around these windows for calm water and safe swimming.
Details
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Tours that include Khu Duea Beach
Skip-the-line entry, guided visits and day-tour combos around Khu Duea Beach.
Why go, and how to do it well
This is a local afternoon, not a sightseeing stop. It's a stretch of riverside in the Chaeramae area on the edge of Mueang Ubon Ratchathani, and the point of it is simple: sit by the water, order something, stay a while. Families come, couples come, groups of friends come. If you turn up expecting a resort beach you'll be confused. If you turn up expecting somewhere easy to spend two hours, you'll get on with it fine.
Timing matters more than anything else here. Midday sun on an open riverbank in Isan is punishing, so I'd aim for late afternoon and stay into the evening, when the heat drops off and the crowd builds. That's also when the place feels most like itself, with food and drink vendors working the evening trade. Wear light clothes and shoes you don't mind getting sandy or muddy, since the ground shifts with the season and the water level.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Khu Duea Beach, round out your day in Ubon Ratchathani with contrasting stops nearby.
6Q6V+CCC, Chaeramae, Mueang Ubon Ratchathani District, Ubon Ratchathani 34000, Thailand
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Go Early for Empty Sand
Even the busiest beaches are nearly deserted before 9 AM. Sunrise walks on Kata, Chaweng, or Railay are magical — and you'll beat the heat for a morning swim.
Use Reef-Safe Sunscreen
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Explore Beyond the Main Strip
Every popular beach area has quieter alternatives nearby. Rent a scooter and ride 10 minutes from Patong to find Freedom Beach, or head to Phuket's northeast coast for nearly empty shores.
Khu Duea Beach: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Khu Duea Beach worth visiting?
Khu Duea Beach holds a 4.3★ rating from 1,794 Google reviews — a strong rating for beaches in Ubon Ratchathani.
What are the opening hours of Khu Duea Beach?
Khu Duea Beach is typically open 10:30-21:30 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Khu Duea Beach?
The best months to visit Ubon Ratchathani are November – February (plus July for the Candle Festival), with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in Candle Festival (July, Khao Phansa) — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: April (peak heat).
Where is Khu Duea Beach located?
Khu Duea Beach is at 6Q6V+CCC, Chaeramae, Mueang Ubon Ratchathani District, Ubon Ratchathani 34000, Thailand, in Ubon Ratchathani. Getting around Ubon Ratchathani: Grab and songthaews in the city; Hired car or driver for the Mekong loop (Khong Chiam, ~75 km east).
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