Bangsaen Viewpoint (Khao Sam Muk)
Rob's take
"A clifftop lookout above Bang Saen with the clearest sea view on the northern run, best paired with Bangsaen Beach and Ang Sila rather than driven to on its own. The monkeys here are bolder than most and a few turn nasty, so carry nothing loose and leave nothing on the bike. Morning or early evening — midday glare flattens the whole view."
Bangsaen Viewpoint (Khao Sam Muk) is a thing to do in Saen Suk, within the greater Pattaya area of Chon Buri, Thailand. It's rated 4.6★ on Google. Open daily, 7:00 AM–10:00 PM.
A clifftop lookout on the Khao Sam Muk headland above Bang Saen, north of Pattaya, with wide views over clear blue sea and the small beaches below. Monkeys roam the site freely and are not always friendly, so keep food and bags close. Open daily from 7am to 10pm, with toilets and a 7-Eleven nearby. Morning or early evening rewards the trip most, as midday glare flattens the view.
Curated in Pattaya · Last updated September 2026
What people say
- Clean, blue sea views over the bay, with small beaches visible below
- Monkeys everywhere; entertaining to watch but some turn aggressive, so take care
- Best visited in the morning or towards evening; midday sun washes the view out
- Quieter and less touristy than most coastal stops, and the site is kept clean
- Toilets and a 7-Eleven close at hand; a higher mountain viewpoint nearby suits drivers
Common questions
Is Bangsaen Viewpoint (Khao Sam Muk) worth visiting?
Bangsaen Viewpoint (Khao Sam Muk) holds a 4.6★ average across 1,231 Google reviews, so it's well regarded by the people who go.
What are Bangsaen Viewpoint (Khao Sam Muk)'s opening hours?
Open daily, 7:00 AM–10:00 PM. Hours can shift on Thai public holidays, so it's worth checking ahead for a special trip.
Where is Bangsaen Viewpoint (Khao Sam Muk), and how do I get there?
Bangsaen Viewpoint (Khao Sam Muk) is in Saen Suk, within the greater Pattaya area of Chon Buri, Thailand. Use the map on this page and tap "Get directions" to open turn-by-turn navigation in Google Maps.
What do visitors say about Bangsaen Viewpoint (Khao Sam Muk)?
Recurring themes from reviews include: clean, blue sea views over the bay, with small beaches visible below; monkeys everywhere; entertaining to watch but some turn aggressive, so take care; best visited in the morning or towards evening; midday sun washes the view out; quieter and less touristy than most coastal stops, and the site is kept clean.
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