Cox's Bazar (কক্সবাজার): travel guide

World's longest unbroken natural sea beach stretching over 120 kilometers with breathtaking sunsets.

Cox's Bazar is in Cox's Bazar district, Chattogram division, Bangladesh. Compare bus, train and air fares to Cox's Bazar and see the route on a map.

Things to do in Cox's Bazar

  • Saint Martin's Island Gateway (Teknaf / Cox) (সেন্টমার্টিন দ্বীপ ট্রিপ): Bangladesh's only coral island boasting coconut groves, transparent azure water, and fresh crab barbecue. Island, free entry, best time: November to February (Ship season)
  • Inani & Himchari Marine Drive Beach (ইনানী ও হিমছড়ি সমুদ্রসৈকত): A breathtaking drive along the longest marine drive in the world featuring coral stones, sea spray, and hill cliffs. Beaches, entry about 30 BDT, best time: Year round (Sunset is magical)
  • Cox's Bazar Heritage Walk: A self-guided walking route through the older quarters of Cox's Bazar, past notable landmarks and everyday local life. Heritage, entry about 20 BDT, best time: Year-round (early morning or late afternoon preferred)

Where to stay in Cox's Bazar

  • Cox's Bazar Resort (Resort), about ৳4,000 - ৳7,000/night. Upscale rooms with scenic grounds, ideal for a relaxed longer stay.
  • Sayeman Beach Resort (Luxury), about ৳8,000 - ৳18,000 / night. Direct oceanfront balcony & infinity pool facing Bay of Bengal
  • Hotel Sea Crown (MidRange), about ৳3,000 - ৳5,500 / night. Private beach sitting lounge and open grill restaurant

Travel advice for Cox's Bazar

  • Red Flag High Tide Warning: Observe beach safety lifeguard flags. Swimming during high tide or near rip currents (especially at Laboni and Sugandha points) is prohibited when red flags are raised.
  • Fresh Seafood at Jhaubon & Poushee: Don't miss Ruponchanda fry, Koral fish bhuna, Loitta fry, and dried fish (Shutki) bharta at local landmark eateries like Poushee, Jhaubon, and Taranga near Kolatoli.

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