14 Unmissable Attractions

Welcome to Pattaya

Just over two hours from Bangkok on the Gulf of Thailand, Pattaya has grown from a quiet fishing village into one of the country's most visited coastal cities. It's best known for its beaches and nightlife, but the surrounding area also holds ornate temples, sprawling gardens, an open-range zoo and some genuinely unusual attractions found nowhere else in Thailand.

This guide covers fourteen of the city's most rewarding sights — a mix of culture, nature, beaches and entertainment — along with the practical details you need to plan a visit to each one.