Places to visit in Cox's Bazar — 7 sights, when to go and how

Places to visit in Cox's Bazar: Cox's Bazar Beach, Inani Beach, Marine Drive, Saint Martin's Island and more — why to go and when.

1. Cox's Bazar Beach — Laboni, Sugandha and Kolatoli points — the heart of the world's longest natural beach.
2. Inani Beach — A quieter beach scattered with coral rocks.
3. Marine Drive — A coastal road to Teknaf with sea on one side and hills on the other.
4. Saint Martin's Island — The only coral island. Visits are restricted by government rules — check current guidance first.
5. Himchari — Where hills meet the sea, with a small waterfall and a viewpoint.
6. Maheshkhali and Adinath Temple — A hilly island with the Adinath temple, betel vineyards and Rakhine villages.
7. Ramu Buddhist monasteries — Century-old monasteries and a giant reclining Buddha.

Questions and answers

What are the places to visit in Cox's Bazar?

Highlights of Cox's Bazar: Cox's Bazar Beach, Inani Beach, Marine Drive, Saint Martin's Island, Himchari — 7 places in all.

When is the best time to visit Cox's Bazar?

November, December, January, February, March.

How many days do I need in Cox's Bazar?

Plan 2–3 days for the main sights. Build a day-by-day plan in the trip planner.

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