Cox's Bazar Travel Guide
Home to one of the world's longest natural sea beaches, Cox's Bazar is Bangladesh's most popular seaside destination, with a long sandy coastline along the Bay of Bengal.
Last updated 2026-10-08. Fares, hours and rules change — confirm before travel.
Why visit Cox's Bazar?
- Long, unbroken sandy beach
- Sunsets over the Bay of Bengal
- Marine Drive road trip to Inani and Teknaf
- Fresh seafood
Top places to visit
Beach
Laboni Beach
The main beach closest to town, popular for evening walks and sunsets.
Nature
Himchari National Park
Green hills beside the sea, with a seasonal waterfall and viewpoints over the coastline.
Beach
Inani Beach
A quieter stretch of coast along Marine Drive known for its coral stones at low tide.
Things to do
- Walk the beach at Laboni or Sugandha
- Drive Marine Drive
- Visit Himchari's hills and waterfall
- Day trip to Saint Martin's Island in season
Local food
- Fresh grilled fish and prawns
- Rupchanda (pomfret) fry
- Shutki (dried fish) from local markets
How to reach
- Air: domestic flights from Dhaka to Cox's Bazar Airport
- Train: direct Dhaka–Cox's Bazar rail service
- Bus: overnight AC and non-AC coaches from Dhaka and Chattogram
- Car: via the Dhaka–Chattogram highway
Getting around
- Auto-rickshaw / CNG
- Battery rickshaw along the beach roads
- Hired car or jeep for Marine Drive
Best time to visit
November to March offers dry, pleasant weather. Monsoon (June–September) brings rough seas.
Travel tips
- Swim only in flagged, lifeguard-patrolled zones
- Book ahead for Friday–Saturday and public holidays
- Fares and prices change — confirm before travel
Where to stay in Cox's Bazar
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