Tourist Attractions in Pattaya

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Pattaya

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About Pattaya

For many years Pattaya has held the leadership in popularity among tourists from many countries. It has everything you need for a full-fledged holiday – night entertainment, a rich sightseeing programme and several beaches of quite good quality.

Now the city loses points in comparison with the same Phuket, Krabi province and Samui Island. But still, it makes sense to take a fresh look at the city, because there is a lot of interesting things to see here. In recent years, two modern water parks have been built, the Si Racha Zoo has magnificent tigers waiting for visitors, and popular national shows are constantly updating the programme.

Although the city beaches of Pattaya may not seem picturesque enough for the sophisticated tourist, it is still a gentle coast of the Gulf of Thailand. It is warm all year round, delicious exotic fruits are in abundance, and hospitable Thais always welcome guests.

Top-30 Tourist Attractions in Pattaya

Big Buddha Temple

 4.6/5

11226 reviews

The Buddha statue is located on a hill in the centre of Pattaya between the city’s two beaches. It is a must-see attraction on a city tour. The statue was erected at the expense of local businessmen in 1977. The monument is 15 metres high and 10 metres wide. To get to the statue and the viewing area, you need to overcome a staircase of 120 steps. The big Buddha is surrounded by small statues of the god, which represent virtues.

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Sanctuary of Truth Museum

 4.6/5

20657 reviews

A magnificent building made of precious wood. It was begun in 1981 with funds from P. Viriyapan and work is still in progress. The work is still in progress. The estimated completion date is 2025. At first, the businessman wanted to invest in the construction of apartments for tourists, but Buddhist monks changed his mind. The Temple of Truth is a home for several religions, the inner space is divided into 4 halls: Thai, Indian, Chinese, Cambodian.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, 6:30 – 8:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, 6:30 – 8:30 PM

Wat Yan Nasangwararam Woramahawihan

 4.7/5

2749 reviews

The temple was built to emphasise respect for the royal Chakri dynasty, so it is under the care of the monarch’s family. The complex consists of several dozen religious structures built in Thai, Indian and Chinese architectural styles. Some pavilions are made in a mixed architectural style. The main shrine of the place is the Buddha’s footprint, located on the outskirts of the complex on the top of a hill.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Nong Nooch Botanical Garden

 4.5/5

35661 reviews

A picturesque tropical park established in 1980 by Mrs T. Nongnuch. After travelling extensively in other countries, she decided to create a garden of paradise in her home country to beautify the urban landscape. The place quickly became popular among locals and tourists, with nearly 2,000 visitors per day. Nong Nuch is now the largest botanical garden in SEA.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Mini Siam

 4.2/5

6561 reviews

A miniature park with more than 100 scaled-down replicas of famous Thai and world landmarks. The area is divided into two parts. The first is called “Mini Siam”, where you can admire copies of famous architectural objects located in different parts of Thailand. In the second part called “Mini Europe”, copies of famous European (and not only) cathedrals, statues and other monuments are exhibited.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

The Million Years Stone Park & Pattaya Crocodile Farm

 4.2/5

6001 reviews

An amusement park established in 1992, designed and funded by a local businessman. The park has three themed parts – a small zoo, a rock garden and a crocodile farm. The menagerie is home to peacocks, zebras, giraffes, tigers and bears. The crocodile lake is home to several species of toothy predator – Gwial, Siamese and crested crocodile. A spooky show is organised especially for tourists, during which local animators put their hands in the mouths of the animals.

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Three Kingdoms Theme Park

 3.8/5

112 reviews

A Chinese park organised according to the laws of feng shui. The project was created by a businessman of Chinese descent, C. Sri Fung Fung, who took the plot of the book “The Three Kingdoms” as a basis. This work describes a certain period in the history of the Celestial Empire, when it was divided into three parts – the kingdoms of Wu, Shu and Wei. There is an art gallery and a museum of petrified trees within the park. The design of the area is in a mixed Chinese and Thai style.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Khao Chi Chan Buddha

 4.5/5

13672 reviews

A sheer cliff 130 metres high with a flat face on which the image of Buddha is inscribed in gold. The place is carefully guarded, as 3 million dollars worth of precious metal was purchased for this purpose. Local Thais do not think of “getting” a piece of gold from the sacred image, apparently, the authorities are afraid of numerous tourists. Around the rock there is a small cosy square equipped with benches and gazebos.

Open time

Monday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Silverlake Vineyard

 4.2/5

3356 reviews

A vineyard plantation and landscape park in the outskirts of Pataya. The place is owned by an influential and wealthy family. Silver Lake or Silver Lake is more of a popular place to visit for Thais, with very few foreigners visiting. The park area is decorated with windmills, sculptures, gazebos, pavilions and flower alleys. There are shops and restaurants inside the pavilions.

Place is closed permanently

Art In Paradise Pattaya

 4.4/5

12152 reviews

The gallery opened quite recently – in 2012. The exposition consists of paintings created in 3D projection. There are quite a lot of exhibits, they are placed on an area of 5.8 thousand square metres. The most popular entertainment for tourists is to be photographed with paintings so that the photo would appear as if a person is a full-fledged participant of the action. You can “run away” from a Tyrannosaurus, climb a fairytale staircase to the sky or grab the tails of giant birds.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Teddy Bear Museum

 4/5

2001 reviews

A young museum that opened in 2013. The exposition is dedicated to Teddy Bear, whose prototype was American President Theodore Roosevelt. There are similar museums in many countries, as this bear has taken a firm place in the hearts of people. The place will be especially interesting for children. The territory of the gallery is divided into thematic zones, in which Teddy is presented in different images – traveller, explorer, astronaut and even a vampire.

Place is closed permanently

คัชชาช์โชว์พัทยา Kassha Show Pattaya

 0/5

A famous Thai theatre show featuring actors, animals and musicians. The plot of the colourful performance is the rich history of Thailand, the story of ancient traditions and national art. The place where the show takes place can be called a theatre only conventionally, as it is an open space with magnificent scenery, alleys where elephants walk and souvenir shops. Before the performance, the audience attends a festive dinner at a local restaurant.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Gems Gallery Pattaya Co,. Ltd.

 4.4/5

1141 reviews

There are several jewellery concerns in Thailand that make jewellery from the famous Thai pearls as well as rubies, emeralds, sapphires and diamonds. One of them is Gems Gallery. The company has been in existence for more than 20 years. There are more than 2 thousand employees at the company’s factory branch in Pattaya. A huge salesroom has been opened at the factory, where managers communicate with buyers in 17 languages.

Open time

Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Underwater World Pattaya

 4/5

11944 reviews

The largest aquarium in SEA with a large collection of marine fauna from the Gulf of Thailand and other southern seas. It was opened in 2003. A 105 metre long tunnel runs beneath the large aquarium, which is home to stingrays and sharks. Fish feeding demonstrations are often organised in the aquarium. At the entrance there is an outdoor pool where safe sea creatures swim. You can touch them, but you can’t take them out of the water.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Pattaya Park Beach Resort

 4.2/5

7820 reviews

The structure is located on the territory of the hotel, which in the 1990s was firmly “occupied” by Russian tourists. Now they are gradually displaced by the Chinese. The tower is the tallest building on the coast. Descent on a cable from the 56th floor of the structure is a popular tourist attraction. For those who are especially frightened, tickets are offered for closed booths, in which it is not so scary to fly down.

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Pattaya Elephant Village

 0/5

The attraction is located about 7 kilometres from Pattaya. It is a small village where elephants and herders harmoniously co-exist. Visitors are invited to observe the daily life of these huge animals, as well as watch performances where they play elephant football or parade. There is also a special show where the capture of wild elephants in the jungle is played out.

Snake Show Pattaya

 3/5

7 reviews

A place where snakes are kept in order to produce medicinal drugs from their blood and venom. The farm does not breed reptiles, they are all caught in the swamps or jungle. In total, 15 species of snakes live in cages, among them – viper, king cobra, Indian krait. At the end of the tour a tourist can be photographed with a harmless python or buy snake tincture in the souvenir shop. There is also an opportunity to watch a show, during which an experienced trainer dodges deadly bites.

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Pattaya Sheep Farm

 4.3/5

4302 reviews

A very nice and cosy place, located 12 km. from the city on the road leading towards Bangkok. The farm is a park with a mini-zoo park and a great infrastructure for a quiet family holiday. The whole area is lined with funny sculptures, painted in bright colours and equipped with resting places. In addition to sheep, there are rabbits, turtles, peacocks, parrots and turkeys.

Open time

Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Sunday: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Pattaya Floating Market

 3.9/5

24079 reviews

Floating markets are a unique phenomenon found throughout Thailand. The stalls of traders are located on boats that float leisurely along a canal or river past shoppers. Pattaya Bazaar on the water was created especially for numerous tourists. Here you can admire the traditional boats laden with exotic fruits and hung with bright colours. You can buy souvenirs, food, clothes, jewellery and shoes at the market.

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Beach Road

 4.3/5

143 reviews

It is a walking street that stretches along the city beach. For many years of mass tourism it has become famous as almost the hottest place in Pattaya. What only there is here – and abundance of love priestesses, and shows of transvestites, and numerous massage parlours. In the daytime the place looks more respectable. Tourists sunbathe on the beach, visit numerous shops and stroll along palm alleys.

Pattaya Walking Street

 4.3/5

42224 reviews

Pattaya’s central promenade, the quintessence of all that the city has to offer the discerning tourist. In the evening, the street is closed to traffic and crowds of people fill the pavements and carriageway. Woking Street is famous throughout Thailand as the centre of nightlife. There are numerous restaurants where you can taste all the cuisines of the world, night bars, entertainment shows, cinemas, shops and massage parlours.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Tiffany's Show Pattaya

 4.4/5

5759 reviews

Famous transvestite shows that take place several times a week at night. Actors give performances in colourful costumes against a background of mind-boggling scenery. According to many viewers, the transvestites in the show are much more attractive than the Thai women. Tiffany’s show is more classical and respectful of decorum, while on Alcazar the actors allow themselves some liberties.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM

Wong Amat Beach

 4.4/5

241 reviews

The beach is about 4 kilometres long and is considered to be one of the best in Pattaya and the surrounding area. Along its perimeter are mostly 5-star hotels. Wongamat – a place quiet enough with relatively clear water, there is no noise and bustle, as on other city beaches. It is away from shops, so there is not a lot of rubbish. Wongamat is also a popular beach volleyball court.

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Jomtien Beach

 4.3/5

4028 reviews

One of the city’s beaches, very popular with tourists. Because of this, it is always crowded and noisy. There are numerous shops and cafes on the seafront along the beach. Unfortunately, over the years, this place has become famous as a beach not very suitable for swimming due to water pollution, but many tourists enjoy swimming here. Most people stroll along the promenade among the palm trees, or sunbathe on the sun loungers.

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Ko Lan

 4.5/5

1790 reviews

An island in the Gulf of Thailand, located near Pattaya. Numerous boats are on duty at Jomtien Beach, ready to take tourists to swim in the clear waters near Ko Lan. The most inexpensive way is to get there in half an hour by ferry for a few dozen baht. If time is of the essence, you can take a speed-boat for a few hundred baht. There are several beaches on the island of Ko Lan. They are really much cleaner than those in Pattaya.

SriRacha Tiger Zoo

 3.9/5

31 reviews

The zoo was opened in 1997 and since then has already received about 10 million visitors. About 450 Bengal tigers live on the territory of the zoo. In addition to representatives of the cat family, there are elephants, donkeys, crocodiles, giraffes and other animals. Visitors are allowed to hold a baby tiger cub in their arms and feed it from a bottle. You can also take a newborn crocodile, which is an exact copy of an adult animal, but fits in the palm of one hand.

Place is closed permanently

Khao Kheow Open Zoo

 4.4/5

17787 reviews

Khao Kheow is one of Thailand’s largest and most popular zoos. The animals live in open, spacious enclosures and are not locked in cages. Dangerous predators are fenced with bars or wide moats with water for the safety of visitors. It is convenient to travel along the paths by electric car to be able to see more, as the zoo is really huge.

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Ramayana Water Park

 4.5/5

6715 reviews

The Ramayana has more than just water rides. A full-fledged entertainment infrastructure has been created here for visitors of all ages. The water park opened in 2016. Tourists can visit an improvised floating market, walk along the river bank, pass the Green Maze or go on a trip to the Mysterious Island. For children from 6 months to 6 years of age, the water park has a mini-town.

Open time

Monday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Columbia Pictures Aquaverse

 4.3/5

7132 reviews

A new water park in Pattaya, which opened in 2014. The project was funded by Cartoon Network, a popular children’s channel. The water park has 10 themed zones with slides of varying complexity – from extreme to safer. Every day shows with popular cartoon characters take place on special platforms. The water park is located near Nong Nuch Park.

Open time

Monday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Khao Phra Tamnak Viewpoint

 4.5/5

1274 reviews

Pratamnak Hill rises 98 metres above the city. The observation deck is accessed by a short but steep climb. There are two points on the hill from where you can look at the panorama of Pattaya. They are located at different heights. From there you can take great photos against the blue waters of the Gulf of Thailand.

Open time

Monday: 4:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 4:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 4:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 4:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 4:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 4:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 4:00 AM – 10:00 PM