Pattaya Travel Guides
Guides for those seeking sand, sea, and fun in the not so sleepy city of Pattaya
Things to do – Pattaya Attractions
While Pattaya is well known for its hedonistic nightlife and entertainment it also has plenty of great options for those seeking various activities from visiting cultural sites to ATV offroading and all else in between.
Pattaya’s proximity to Bangkok makes it an easy getaway place for Bangkokians and visitors to Thailand to head over for a couple of nights or so, or even a day trip. Visitors can relax at the beach or get involved and get active with what’s going on.
There are plenty of options when it comes to seeking out things to do in the city (Pattaya) and the province of Chonburi (See Things to Do in Pattaya & Top 13 Attractions To Visit).
Which Pattaya Beaches Are Best? A Beach Guide to Pattaya
While Pattaya does not host the best beaches in Thailand it’s a go-to place near Bangkok that offers sun, sea, and sand with convenience.
There are a number of Pattaya Beaches to consider going to or staying near that accommodate various beach-loving audiences.
Visitors can hop on a short boat trip to visit the beaches of Koh Larn or grab a deck chair and beer on the Pattaya Beach Rd beach area (See Which Pattaya Beaches Are Best? A Beach Guide to Pattaya).
Best 10 Jomtien Hotels Near the Beach & Centre
Most visitors to Pattaya staying in the Jomtien area like to get as close to the beach as possible or at least within walking distance. There is a heck of a lot of option,s so we have narrowed down some of the best choices we can recommend (Jomtien Hotels Near the Beach & Centre).
Getting from Bangkok to Pattaya – Cheapest to Easiest and Most Comfortable
Pattaya is only 100 miles from Bangkok. You can be there in just over 2 hours of leaving your Bangkok hotel room. A number of transport options are available.
You’ll find some very cheap options and then the most convenient and probably the safest is going to Pattaya by taxi (See Getting from Bangkok to Pattaya – Cheapest to Easiest and Most Comfortable).
Jomtien Beach in Pattaya – Reasons to Visit or Stay
Jomtien Beach, located at the southern end of Pattaya attracts a different type of tourist and crowd. It’s not quiet but it’s a lot more chilled out than Pattaya.
Families, older couples and others that like the location of Pattaya but prefer the slower pace get along very well in Jomtien (See Jomtien Beach Guide– Reasons to Visit or Stay).
DongTan Beach in Pattaya – Reasons To Visit and Guide
Dongtan Beach is next to Jomtien beach and has a slightly different feel and look about it. There are shaded spots to sit on a mat under the palm trees while watching the world go by.
Similar to Jomtien, Dongtan mostly attracts families and those looking for something a little quieter and less like the main Pattaya beach (See DongTan Beach in Pattaya – Reasons To Visit and Guide).
Jomtien Beach Night Market (Pattaya) – Cheap, Cheerful and Lively
A place many visitors stop by on the evening for a quick snack, view of the beach and the cool breeze is Jomtien Night Market, just across the road from the beach.
Thailand has many market places like this that foreigners enjoy visiting. Cheap beer and street food, and the outdoor lively atmosphere (See Jomtien Beach Night Market (Pattaya) – Cheap, Cheerful and Lively).
Big Buddha Temple in Pattaya (Wat Phra Yai) – Is it Worth Visiting?
The popular Big Buddha stature and temple, also known as Wat Phra Yai is an attraction that most visitors to Pattaya visit. The biggest golden Buddha statue within the Chonburi awaits visitors.
The location of Wat Phra Yai is also the best place to see a panoramic view of Pattaya, and its beaches. It’s most definitely worth checking out (See Big Buddha Temple in Pattaya (Wat Phra Yai).
The Top 7 Night Markets in Pattaya You Might Like To Check Out
Anyone visiting Thailand will run into a day and night market while on there travels and for good reason, they and cheap and cheerful.
Pattaya has its fair share of night markets that locals and foreigners can buy cheap food, clothing items and maybe grab a seat for a beer (See Pattaya Night Markets).
Buddha Mountain (Khao Chi Chan)—A Worthy Stop-Off Point in Pattaya
A worthwhile attraction to see in Pattaya is Buddha Mountain (Khao Chi Chan). The image of Buddha is carved in gold colour and the Mountain rock setting makes everything visually appealing.
It’s worth noting that we suggest you plan other things to see or do to make the short trip to Khao Chi Chan worth the journey (See Buddha Mountain (Khao Chi Chan).
Soi Buakhao Pattaya – A Brief Guide & What to Expect
Soi Buakhao located near the centre of Pattaya is pretty much about beer bars and adult entertainment. For many frequent visitors, it beats the higher prices of Walking Street and has much on offer.
It’s best to think of Soi Buakhao as one big area with many Sois and alleys running off it, with the central part of this being Soi Buakhao. (See Soi Buakhao Brief Guide).
