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Pattaya and Beyond

About Pattaya

Pattaya is an entertainment seaside resort destination, where the action never stops.

No matter what time of day or night, you can always enjoy a dazzling kaleidoscope of sports and recreational activities. Once a tiny fishing village, Pattaya has been groomed for international visitors for several decades and has developed into a renowned international playground.

Pattaya has something for everyone. Whereas most other beach resorts rely simply on natural surroundings for their charm, Pattaya makes an all-out attempt to provide the best of everything in an exhaustive mix of facilities. To the basic ingredient of a superb coastal location, it adds just about every other amenity one can think of for recreation, entertainment, sightseeing, and fun.

How to Travel to Bangkok from Pattaya

By Car: Pattaya is about a one-and-a-half-hour drive from Bangkok, taking the Bang Na-Trat Highway or the new, faster Bangkok-Chon Buri Motorway.

By Bus: The two-and-a-half-hour journey from Bangkok can be made on regular buses leaving from Bangkok’s Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekamai). Airconditioned buses depart from Ekamai every 30 minutes from 5.40 a.m. -11.00 p.m. There are also air-conditioned buses leaving the Bangkok Bus Terminal (Mo Chit) on Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road every 30 minutes from 4.30 a.m. - 10.00 p.m.

By Train: The train leaves from Bangkok Railway Station (Hua Lamphong) at 6.55 a.m. and takes about 3.5 hours to Pattaya, where there are Pattaya Station and South Pattaya Station.

By Air: Bangkok Airways operates flights from Phuket and Ko Samui to U-Tapao Airport in Chonburi.

Going Around in Pattaya

By Bus: In Pattaya, a local bus named Beach Bus travels in a circular line and tickets cost 30 Baht. The bus stops at the Pattaya Floating Market, Jomtien Beach Road, Dolphin Roundabout, and Pattaya Beach Road, among other areas of interest.

Songthaew: In Pattaya, songthaews are the most prevalent and inexpensive means of transportation. They're pickup vehicles with two sitting benches. Songthaews may be seen on practically all routes and at tourist hotspots such as Beach Road, Naklua Beach, and Jomtein Beach. Depending on the route of travel, fares might range from 5 to 30 B.

Tuk-Tuk: Tuk-tuks are little minivans that are generally red or yellow in color. Because they don't have meters, you must negotiate a price before boarding, otherwise you may wind up spending far more than you should.

Car Rental: It is more convenient to rent a car in Bangkok and retain it for the duration of your stay in Pattaya than it is to rent one in Pattaya. Small and bigger automobiles with English-speaking drivers are available from reputable car rental companies such as SixT, Avis, and Thai Rent A Car. Remember to hire a car with enough auto insurance to protect yourself even more.

Train: By rail, Pattaya is well connected to Bangkok. A daily train service runs between Pattaya's main railway station and Bangkok's Hualamphong Station. Despite being third-class and without air conditioning, this daily train service between Bangkok and Pattaya is a cost-effective mode of transportation. Tickets must be purchased at least 30 minutes before to departure and must be purchased directly at the station.

Popular Hotels

Pattaya has Hotel, Resorts and B&Bs for all budgets and clientele. Here are the ones we recommend for Indian Travellers -

• Dusit Thani Pattaya
• Siam Bayshore Resort Pattaya
• Royal Cliff Beach Hotel
• Avani Pattaya Resort
• Amari Pattaya
• Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya
• Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya
• Holiday Inn Pattaya
• InterContinental Pattaya
• The Bayview Pattaya

Top Things To Do In Pattaya

The city has everything for a complete holiday, offering budget to luxury resorts; throbbing nightlife; great shopping; entertainment, engrossing theme parks; cuisines from across the world, adventure and a lot more. Tourist of all kinds can travel to Pattaya for a holiday for all budgets and ideas.

This module talks about activities and places beyond just the Coral Island - which can be cliched. You will be able to create a 4-5 day itinerary of Pattaya, including theme parks, museums, cultural activities, and more.

Top interesting things to do in Pattaya are -
• The Sanctuary of Truth
• Pattaya Floating Market
• Nong Nooch Tropical Garden
• Waterparks
• Pattaya View Point
• Coral Island
• Buddha Mountain
• Cabaret shows
• Flight of the Gibbon
• Sea Food exploration

Activities for Family

Travelling to Pattaya with family?
The vibrant coastal city of Pattaya is constantly brimming with life and energy. For the same reason, it attracts a variety of tourists to its shores. While some people visit this city to satiate their wanderlust, others plan a vacation here to break away from the humdrum of everyday life. This city is one of the most popular destinations in every Thailand tour package as it caters to a variety of age-groups.

Visit Ripley's Believe It Or Not Museum
A fascinating assortment of weird wacky and wondrous exhibits from the world over await tourists at this modern-day museum. The pieces range from puzzling facts, curios, and allusions to a simulator ride in the moving theatre and an exciting laser game.

Art In Paradise Pattaya
This is the only 3-dimension interactive art museum in Thailand. Each painting is surrealistic. Some paintings seem swelled but actually they are flat.

FROST Magical Ice Of Siam Pattaya
At the outdoor of the attraction’s building is exhibited many sculptures telling the stories of Thai literature, the way of life, and important places in Thailand, meanwhile the -10 degree Celsius building indoors showcases various spectacular forms of ice; such as, a dome building, ice cave, and Eskimo suit. Since the exhibition area inside is all ice, tourists have to be careful while walking because it is slippery.

Cartoon Network Amazone Water Park
The first and only water park to be licensed by Cartoon Network, located in Bangsaray. Inspired by the theme of the dazzling Amazon Rainforest, it combines the iconic animated series known as Ben 10, Adventure Time, The Powerpuff Girls, Johnny Bravo, The Amazing World of Gumball. Awarded the Best Design Award by the World Water Entrepreneurs Organization and Top Travel Awards from TripAdvisor.

Khao Kheow Open Zoo
Dubbed as the biggest man-made zoo with the largest area of nearly 200 acre, Khao Kheow Open Zoo is home to 300 types of animals with total 8,000 animals in the zoo. It ranges from locals animals to safari origins. Visitors can get close to the animals inside this gigantic outdoor zoo that designs each site matches to animal habitats. Here is also the biggest tiger park in South East Asia which allows you to get close and even taking pictures with these beautiful big cats.

We’ve compiled a list of things to do in Pattaya that should definitely find a place on your itinerary.

Big Buddha
Ramayana Water Park
Tiger Park Pattaya
Jomtien Beach
Mini Siam

Underwater World
Alangkarn
The Admirallica
The Teddy Bear Museum

Baan Teelanka (Upside Down House)
Million Years Stone Park & Pattaya Crocodile Farm
Rubber Land
Tuxedo Illusion Hall

The kid-friendly destinations mentioned above will help you experience the myriad facets of Thailand on your trip to Pattaya with family. So, what are you waiting for? Get your itinerary ready and revel in the unparalleled beauty of Pattaya!

Activities for Couples

Ocean Marina Yacht Club
Those who love and passion for sailing and yachting, some of the best sailing conditions, supported by the optimal winds, beautiful islands, crystal clear waters, and sunny weather.

Couple's spa treatment
This is probably the most popular activity for lovebirds to spend quality time together. A special honeymoon package is guaranteed to restore your health tune your body and leave you both in a state of bliss.

Sipping wine in Silver Lake Vineyard
Located in Jomtien district, enjoy the Vineyard and winery tour, as well as taste and purchase fresh grapes, grape juice, wines, and grapes made product such as grape jam, grape pies and grape jelly.

Diving and snorkeling
Pattaya offers many dive sites that are endowed with a plethora of marine creatures and corals, including Ko Man Vichai, and HTMS Khtam, which is a popular wreck diving in Thailand. There are many other dive sites that are suitable for non divers, to enjoy snorkeling or go for beginners to learn to dive. there are dive shops in Pattaya where beginners can take PADI open water certification course.

Tree Top adventure park
Located at horseshoe point resort, this adventure park in Pattaya takes visitors to explore the natural beauty while soaking through the Jungle. visitors can challenge themselves by zipping, flying, crawling and swinging their way through the treetop obstacle courses.

Pratumnak Viewpoint
Perhaps one of the best viewpoints to see the luminous pathya Skyline. Spend some quality time with your partner with an admiration of the coast or take a picture-postcard backdrop

Food and it’s availability

Rooftop Bars and Restaurants in Pattaya offer great food and a welcoming atmosphere. They are places to savour the experience of dining and relaxing under the stars in sophisticated and peaceful spaces which their elevation provides.

Royal Grill Room & Wine Cellar Pattaya
With its dimly-lit wooden decor and atmosphere of elegance, refinement and exclusivity created by the presence of dinnertime pianist and luxurious surroundings, it is a restaurant for connoisseurs of fine food and fine wine.

Mantra Restaurant and Bar, Amari Ocean Pattaya
Mantra Restaurant is chic, stylish and unlike anything else you will find in Pattaya, blending a range of world cuisine with an open-kitchen style of dining with a comprehensive menu including Indian, Japanese, Chinese, Italian, charcoal grill and seafood specialities.

The Glass House Pattaya
The Glass House Pattaya is the best Thai seafood restaurant in town. Found by the beach in Na Jomtien.

Moonlight Fine Dining
The freshest & best – local or imported produce. The best team, to serve you. The finest cutlery & porcelain. A restaurant interior full of leather, plush drapes, & rich dark timber. Fresh cut flowers, everyday. Put that all together, every detail, you now have a special restaurant experience, here in Pattaya.

Horizon Bar and Restaurant, Hilton Pattaya
The views from Horizon Bar’s open-air terrace are unrivalled. With two-for-one on cocktails from 17:00 to 19:00, it is the place to go to enjoy the glorious sunsets, then watch as the neon lights of Walking Street come to life. You can then enjoy the Hilton Pattaya’s five-star fusion food with this breath-taking backdrop

More Restaurants to know -

Dicey Reilley's Bar & Restaurant
Indian by Nature
Hooters Pattaya
The Glasshouse Beachfront Restaurant and Bar
Crown of India
Karma Indian Restaurant
Maharani Restaurant
Moom Aroi, Seafood restaurant

New Shades of Pattaya

Kaan Show
Storytelling in a new hybrid of life action and cinema, stage performance and world-class technology. With over 600 creative personnel bringing in the brilliant theatre experience, KAAN show invites you into the world of imagination inspired by classic Thai literature.

Namtok Chan Ta Then
This waterfall is situated 15 kilometers from Sukhumvit road. With five secondary levels, the falls can be reached on foot by the path running alongside the stream.

Ko SiChang
This is a large Island located in Amphoe Ko SiChang and offers a quiet escape with attractive landscape and seascape and cultural sites notably the partially restored summer palace built during King Rama V's reign. the island has hotels and bungalows and there are daily ferry services from Amphoe Si Racha.

Harborland
This amusement park is a world-class indoor playground for kids. Activities like slide zone, play structure, drive and bike, rope course and ziplining are featured here. Also there are party rooms in room event area, activity zone and sea view cafe zone for parents.

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