Pattaya Beach 

About 4 kilometres long, has a beach road running parallel to the beach from the north to the south. The northern part is a more quiet area of the resort while the southern part is hustling and bustling and lively section, where on both sides of the street line up with shops of all kind, department stores, restaurants, discotheques, bars and nightclubs. Shopping can be as just fun as in Bangkok.

Located near Pattaya Klang, is Thailand’s first wonder displaying Thai and European heritage on a miniature scale. This is the third miniature town in the world after the Netherlands and Taiwan that brings together models of important objects and historical sites of different culture, and civilizations of various periods from the ancient time till present. More than 100 models, each on a scale of 1:25, are displays in an area of 29 rai, surrounded by natural scenaries blended with different types of well selected trees. Open from 7.00 - 22.00 hrs. Admission fee is Baht200 per person. Call (038) 421-628 for more details.

is located on the 3rd floor of Royal Plaza Building, Beach Road. Odd stories and objects are collected from around the world and exhibited here. The museum is open daily during 11.00 - 24.00 hrs. Admission fee is Baht150 each.

is situated on Sukhumvit Road. Here, famous architecture of the world as well as boats finely crafted in miniature in glass bottles by a Dutch craftsman, Mr. Pieter, are put on display. The museum is open daily during 10.00 - 21.00 hrs. Admission fee Baht100 each.

located some 9 kilometres from Pattaya township, comprises breeding pens with more than 1,000 crocodiles, a zoo, and a bonsai garden decorated with rock formations. Open daily from 8.30 - 18.00 hrs. There are crocodile shows at 10.00, 11.00, 14.00. 15.30, 17.00 hrs. Admission fee is Baht250 per person. For more information please contact Tel. 579-5033 (Bangkok) or (038) 249347-9 (Pattaya)

The village shows elephant displaying forestry skills, playing football and re-enact of war elephant parade. The village also demonstrates how wild elephants were captured in the northeastern part of Thailand. Daily show time is at 14.30 p.m. Tel. (038) 428645

It offers a tropical garden setting. The park equip with fishing gears for a well-stocked fishing pond. The place also facilitate with bungalow accommodations, restaurant, jogging and cycling paths, boating and water-cycling. It gives up-country experience for staying overnight there. Further information please contact Tel: 521-0763, 521-1665

Located at Km.14 on Route 36 to Rayong, offers international motor and motorcycle racing occasionally. The 2.4 kilometers circuit is ideal for formula 3 races. For the one who loves speed and would like to experience real thing on the racing track, the circuit opens every day. For more details Tel: 587-7448.

located 2 kilometers from south Pattaya, is good for swimming. The beach has become more and more popular for water sports and activities because it has a long straight coastline and there are less boat anchored in the area. Reasonable accommodation is also available.

Between south Pattaya and Hat Chom Thian, is a water amusement park with water sliders, whirlpools and large pool for children. Admission fee is Baht100. Open from 9.00 - 18.00 hrs. Accommodation is available, contact Tel: 5110717 or (038) 251-201-8

7 kilometers from Pattaya, is a peaceful beach with accommodation which can be booked at Golden Beach Resort Tel: 2588452

about 15 kilometers from South Pattaya, is a Thai-village-style recreation-cum-vacation park. The entire area of some 500 acres is beautifully landscaped with orchid nursery and other botanical gardens. There are also cultural and traditional performances and an elephant show. Admission fee is Baht200 per person. Accommodation in the park is available. Call 252-1786, (038) 238158-9 for further information

A temple under the king’s patronage is unique for its modern Thai architecture. Here meditation course is offering for commonmen at 6.00 and 18.00 hrs. The temple is 12 kilometers south of Pattaya and only 3 kilometers from Nong Nooch Village. Call (038) 237642 for further information

Nearby is a chinese-style building called ‘Wihan Sian’ housing antiques and art objects from China. Admission fee is Baht30 per person.

a fishing village located 2 kilometers off the main highway at Km.164, offers deep-sea fishing opportunities. There are also other recreational facilities at Bangsaray Fishing Inn Tel: (038) 436095 Bangsaray Fishing Lodge (038) 436757 and Sea Sand Club Tel: 2555960, (038) 435171

45 minutes offshore by tourist boat or 15 minutes by speed boat, is the largest of Pattaya’s archipelago. Major attractions include viewing coral reefs from glassbottomed boats, snorkeling, scuba diving, wind-surfing, skiing and parasailing. There are a lot of seafood restaurants on the island’s main beaches. Deep sea fishing can be arranged to Ko Lan’s neighbouring islands such as Ko Khrok and Ko Sak

Beyond Ko Lan another 40 minutes sail is Ko Phai an island currently under the care of the Royal Navy. Visitors are not allowed to stay overnight here, but it has fine deserted beaches that are open during the day.

All the nearby islands are easy to get to and charters can be arranged through the hotel tour desk or by negotiating a price direct with the boat owners.

Boat charters cost 1,000 - 5,000 Baht per day depending on the season and size of the boat.

Thailand’s world-famous seaside resort puts on its most festival face for this annual event, held in April at the height of the summer season. Food and floral floats, beauty contests, stalls selling local delicacies, and a spectacular display of fireworks on the beach are only a few of the highlights that attract merry-makers.