The Sin City of Thailand – Pattaya
Known for its beautiful beaches, in-famous nightlife scene and one of Thailand’s most visited sea-side destination, Pattaya is a must-visit for Thailand travellers looking for amazing food, temples, water-sports and so much more!
1. Pattaya Beach
The Pattaya beach is easily the most popular and busiest beach in the seaside city, many of the most amazing attractions, nightlife areas, shopping malls, incredible cafes and restaurants are all located in this 2.7 Kilometers long beach.
Thailand’s Pattaya Walking Street
Exciting, seedy and could be a little bit too much for some people. If you have never been to Pattaya’s walking street, it is an experience you should try at least once. However, if you are a nightlife and party-goer, you will love it here.
Despite its reputation as the go-to nightlife spot, it has many other activities to enjoy, including restaurants, massage parlours, street food and more.
Best things to do in the Pattaya beach
Pattaya Viewpoints – The Top of the Pratumnak hill has a magnificent view of the entire Pattaya bay, you will also find many cafes and restaurant to enjoy beverages and food with a fantastic hill-view
Shop in Pattaya – To complete the perfect holiday experience, shop in major shopping complexes such as Pattaya Central Festival and Terminal 21 Shopping mall
Thepprasit Night Market – Visit one of the largest authentic night market in Pattaya, and enjoy a huge vareity of delicious Thai street food and shop for cheap local products
2. Jomtien Beach
If you prefer a quieter, more relaxing and less touristic beach compared to the Pattaya beach.
Then the Jomtien beach just a short 4KMs south of the Pattaya beach, should be high on your list. Enjoying delicious local Thai food, whilst resting on a beach chair meters away from the beautiful Jomtien beach is a must-do in Pattaya.
The Best Hotels in Pattaya
The wonderful and budget friendly seaside hotels in Jomtien beach, are one of the reason why we love planning our stay in this area.
If you are still looking for your next dream seaside hotel in Pattaya, check out the great hotel deals on the Jomtien beach!
Find all the best Pattaya Hotels here!
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Agoda is easily one of the best site in Thailand to book hotels, hostels, apartments and etc.
Book early now on Agoda and get the best possible deals for your next dream stay in Jomtien beach and the rest of Thailand.
Best Things to do in the Jomtien beach
Pattaya Floating Market – Opened in 2008, Pattaya’s floating market is a beautiful attraction where visitors can experience the traditionald riverside life-style in Thailand
Nong Nooch Botanic Garden – The largest botanical garden in Southeast-asia, spanning over a massive 500 acres. You can enjoy elephant rides, varies different shows and many other things to see
Ramayana Water Park – Enjoy over 50 different attractions including thrilling water rides, speed sliding, duelling Aqua-coasters, free fall slides and much more! One of the best, most fun and a very family friendly water park
New Jomtien Night Market – Situated centrally in the Jomtien beach, the night market is another great place in Bangkok to enjoy Thai dishes, street food, drinks and fruits. There is also a small nightlife section for a few chilled beers
3. Koh Larn
The Koh Larn Island is known for its stunning beaches with clear turquoise waters, the island hosts many popular beaches including Tawaen Beach, Samae Beach and more.
How to get from Pattaya to Koh Larn
There are two main ways from travelling between Pattaya and Koh Larn:-
Speed Boats – From many different beaches in Pattaya, including the Pattaya Beach, Jomtien Beach, Wong Amat Beach and so on, there will be speed boats for around 200 Baht ( ~5USD) per person, that will take you to the Koh Larn Island from Pattaya and vice versa
Travel Time One Way – 15 -20 Minutes
Ferry services at the Bali Hai Pier – For 30 Baht one way per person, the ferries is a more relaxing ride to the Koh Larn island.
Travel Time One Way – 40-45 Minutes
Best Things To Do In Koh Larn Island
Beach Hopping – There are a handful of different beaches to choose from on the island, Taewan beach is the most popular but could get quite croweded at time, Samea Beach and Ta Yai Beach are less crowed and more relaxing, and Nual Beach (The Monkey Beach) are visited by monkeys at times. Renting a motorbike to explore the island is highly recommend.
Snorkeling and Diving – the crystal clear water are perfect for a deep sea snorkeling and diving.
4. Wong Amat Beach
Dont like water jets and banana boats zipping around the beach when you just want a quiet swim at the beach? Then the Wong Amat beach, which bans water sport activities. Is a clean, quite and very relaxing beach to visit.
There are many great beaches to enjoy seaside restaurants and cafes in the city, but our favourite spot for the perfect beach-sunset is at the Surf and Turf restaurant at the Wong Amat beach.
Best Things to do in the Wong Amat Beach
Temple of Sanctuary – A marvellous religious structure that is entirely made out of wood, the craftsmanship and the carving work put into the woodworks is a must see in Pattaya.
Naklua seafood market – If you love to eat seafood and don’t want to be charged a hefty price at restaurants, come to the Naklua seafood market, where you can buy your own seafoods and have them cooked on the spot the way you love your seafood.
5. Dongtan Beach
Find the Jomtien beach still a little bit too crowded? No problem! Just north of the Jomtien beach, there is an even more quieter, peaceful and lesser known beach, the Dongtan Beach.
With less tourists around, the beach is cleaner and well maintained.
The beach also houses many of the best beachside resorts in Pattaya, including the Rabbit Resort and Avalon Beach Resort
Rabbit Resort
Beautiful and traditional cottages surrounded by tropical trees and gardens.
A very peaceful and quiet resort, with spotlessly clean rooms.
Avalon Beach Resort
A classy resort located centrally in the Dongtan Beach.
With Very clean and spacious rooms 49SQMs Plus rooms
Best Things to do at Dongtan Beach
Kayaking and Windsurfing – Both Kayaks and surf boards are available for rental at the Dongtan Beach and at a very reasonable price.
Pattaya Park Tower – With an observation deck on the 55th floor, offering a panoramic view of the Pattaya city and Jomtien Beach, and revolving restaurants where visitors can enjoy a meal whilst taking in a 360-degree view, it is a prominent landmark in the Dongtan Beach. For adventurers, you can do a tower jump from the top of the tower!
Where is Pattaya in Thailand?
Pattaya, located on the east side of the gulf of Thailand, is only around 150KMs away from Bangkok and a short 2-3 hours drive away from Bangkok. The perfect seaside destination to relax in after visiting the busy metropolitan Bangkok.
How to get to Pattaya from Bangkok
The main ways to travelling from Bangkok to Pattaya are Taxis, Buses, Minivans and by trains.
Read our full Bangkok to Pattaya Thailand travel guide here, so we can show you the fastest, cheapest or the most adventurous ways to reach the beautiful seaside destination.
Best hotels in Pattaya
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