Pattaya is a coastal city where action takes place on the beaches during the day and at night, the city comes to life on the streets. Whether you’re a family, a group or a single traveller, Pattaya offers many attractions that cater to you!
Words & Photography Danny Lau
1. Walking Street
The lights and sounds of Walking Street are unlike anything you will experience in Thailand. Come here to enjoy the nightlife, from bars to restaurants.
Take a walk on Walking Street
2. Tiffany’s Show
Well choreographed with elaborate costumes, Tiffany’s Show is a concert, cultural performance and comedy show all rolled into one.
Tap your feat to the beat at Tiffany’s Show
3. Sanctuary of Truth
An awe-inspiring one-of-a-kind teak structure, the Sanctuary of Truth is is a cultural monument, art installation and religious shrine dedicated to Indian, Thai, Khmer and Chinese religious iconography.
A sight to behold, the Sanctuary of Truth
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4. Khao Chi Chan “Buddha Mountain”
Set on the side of a limestone hill, this is the largest stone engraving of Buddha in the world.
A great place to relax and be at peace
5. Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden
The Nong Nooch Tropical Botanical Garden features a landscaped garden that has creative topiary displays using flowers, cacti, tropical plants and bonsai.
An award winning garden that feature flowers and plants from all over the world
6. Thepprasit Night Market
From street food to local souvenirs, this night market open from Friday to Sunday is where you’ll find most of your needs.
Plenty to buy and eat at the night market!
7. Teddy Island: Teddy Bear Museum
As the name suggests, it’s a museum dedicated to teddy bears. Seriously, what’s not to love about it?
Fall in love with teddy bears at this museum
8. Pattaya Beach Street
Soak up the sun, play in the sea or just lounge on the sun beds. You’ll find plenty to do at Pattaya Beach Street.
Let’s get beachy in Pattaya!
9. Naklua Market
A market where you can find fresh seafood and have it cooked on the spot. It can’t get any fresher than that.
One word: Fresh!
10. Mimosa: City of Love
Billed as the City of Love, Mimosa has shops and restaurants built in the French style . There’s also an open-air stage where performances are held. Make sure to sit in the front row to get the best experience!
Fall in love if you haven’t or fall in love all over again at Mimosa
11. Ripley’s Believe It or Not!
Featuring eight attractions, including the world-famous museum, it’s a great way to spend a day with the weird and wonderful.
Believe It or Not? Believe It!
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12. Mini Siam
This park features iconic monuments from Thailand and around the world, albeit in miniature form.
Pretend you’re a giant and have fun taking photos here
13. Cartoon Network Amazone
The world’s first water theme park featuring characters from Cartoon Network. ‘Nuff said.
Full of colour, full of adventure and definitely full of fun!
14. Shopping
There’s Central Festival, Asia’s largest beachfront shopping center, and also Outlet Mall Pattaya, not to mention street vendors and kiosks selling local souvenirs. If you love to shop, then Pattaya is the place to be!
A shopper’s paradise in its own right
15. Pattaya Floating Market
Also known as the Four Regions Floating Market because there are four sections, each selling and representing the four major parts of Thailand. Expect to find food, souvenirs, and even art galleries here.
Day or night the Pattaya Floating Market is a great place to spend your time
