8 days in Hat Yai Itinerary

The fourth-largest Malay city and one of the country's premier shopping and commercial districts, Hat Yai has proved extremely popular among local tourists.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Songkhla Central Mosque and Ton Nga Chang Wildlife Sanctuary. Get out of town with these interesting Hat Yai side-trips: The Institute for Southern Thai Studies (in Ko Yo), Khao Chaison Hot Spring (in Khao Chaison) and Khao Ok Thalu (in Phatthalung City). There's still lots to do: stop by Hat Yai Floating Market, buy something for everyone on your list at CentralFestival Hatyai, don't miss a visit to Wat Tham Khao Rup Chang, and walk around Hatyai Municipality Park.

For ratings, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Hat Yai online visit planner.

Padang Besar, Malaysia to Hat Yai is an approximately 1.5-hour travel. You can also drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Padang Besar to Hat Yai is minus 1 hour. In December in Hat Yai, expect temperatures between 35°C during the day and 26°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Sun) early enough to travel back home.