Pattaya, Thailand - Travel Guide

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Updated: 2026-10-18

Pattaya, a vibrant coastal city in Thailand, offers a fascinating blend of beautiful beaches, bustling nightlife, and cultural attractions. Come enjoy sun, sea, delicious street food, and unforgettable experiences.

Top things to do in Pattaya

Things to do in Pattaya include Sanctuary of Truth, Jomtien Beach, Nong Nooch Tropical Garden. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.

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A sample 3-day itinerary for Pattaya

Here is what 3 days in Pattaya look like when the planner builds them - arriving at noon on the first day and flying home at noon on the last. Stops are grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, and the same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

Day 1Arrival at noon

Stops
4
Walking
1h 9m
  1. 1
    Ripley's Believe It Or Not
    900 m (🚶 12 min)
  2. 2
    Walking StreetSouth Pattaya
    750 m (🚶 25 min)
  3. 3
    Khao Phra Tamnak ViewpointViewpoint · Pratumnak Hill
    2.2 km (🚶 32 min)
  4. 4
    Jomtien BeachBeach · Jomtien
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Day 2

Stops
5
  1. 1
    Sanctuary of TruthPark · North Pattaya
    3 km (🚶 47 min / 🚌 19 min)
  2. 2
    Mini SiamNorth Pattaya
    4.1 km
  3. 3
    Pattaya BeachBeach · Pattaya City
    2.1 km (🚶 31 min)
  4. 4
    Art in ParadiseMuseum · North Pattaya
    550 m (🚶 9 min)
  5. 5
    Teddy Bear Museum
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Day 3Return at noon

Stops
2
  1. 1
    Buddha Mountain (Khao Chi Chan)Hill · Na Chom Thian
    2.9 km
  2. 2
    Nong Nooch Tropical GardenBotanical garden · Na Chom Thian
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The route assumes the first day starts at noon, after you land, and the last ends at noon, before your flight. It is an example: with your dates the planner builds a route around your landing and your flight home, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top things to do in Pattaya?

Sanctuary of Truth, Jomtien Beach, Nong Nooch Tropical Garden, Buddha Mountain (Khao Chi Chan), Pattaya Beach, Floating Market Pattaya and 9 more. Sanctuary of Truth: A magnificent all-wood temple, entirely hand-carved, showcasing ancient Thai philosophy and intricate art.

What can you do in 3 days in Pattaya?

Day 1: Ripley's Believe It Or Not, Walking Street, Khao Phra Tamnak Viewpoint, Jomtien Beach. Day 2: Sanctuary of Truth, Mini Siam, Pattaya Beach, Art in Paradise. Day 3: Buddha Mountain (Khao Chi Chan), Nong Nooch Tropical Garden.

Which areas should you explore in Pattaya?

The itinerary for Pattaya runs through South Pattaya, Pratumnak Hill, Jomtien, North Pattaya, Pattaya City and Na Chom Thian.

What parks and gardens are there in Pattaya?

Parks and gardens in Pattaya: Sanctuary of Truth (North Pattaya) and Nong Nooch Tropical Garden (Na Chom Thian).

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