Pattaya Bay Travel Guide

Pattaya

A beach with rows of striped lounge chairs and tables, a sandy shore, and a calm sea.
A busy urban street with a blue truck, pedestrians, and various shops.
Beach chairs and umbrellas under a clear sky.
A building with a large Pepsi logo and a red anchor decoration.
A street market with various stalls, motorcycles parked on the side, and large billboards advertising services and products.

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A beach with palm trees, beach chairs, umbrellas, and a yellow inflatable raft.

Pattaya Beach

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Action packed water-sports, exquisite boutique hotels, relaxing days in the sun and legendary night life make this beach favorite with sun-lovers the world over.
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Things to do

Pattaya Beach & Coral Island

Pattaya Beach & Coral Island (Koh Larn) from Bangkok

฿2,510
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Pattaya Beach & Coral Island (Koh Larn) from Bangkok
Pattaya Discovery Tour with Floating Market, View Points & Lunch

Pattaya Discovery Tour with Floating Market, View Points & Lunch

฿735
per adult
Pattaya Discovery Tour with Floating Market, View Points & Lunch
Pattaya: Exclusive 3-Island Catamaran Tour with Buffet Lunch

Pattaya: Exclusive 3-Island Catamaran Tour with Buffet Lunch

฿2,250
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pattaya: Exclusive 3-Island Catamaran Tour with Buffet Lunch
Underwater World Pattaya

Underwater World Pattaya – Marine Life Adventure for All Ages

฿540
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Underwater World Pattaya – Marine Life Adventure for All Ages
Koh Samui: Half-Day Highlights Tour with Hotel Transfers

Koh Samui: Half-Day Highlights Tour with Hotel Transfers

฿850
per adult
Koh Samui: Half-Day Highlights Tour with Hotel Transfers
The Sanctuary of Truth Wooden Temple

The Sanctuary of Truth: Marvel of Wood and Spiritual Art

฿700
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
The Sanctuary of Truth: Marvel of Wood and Spiritual Art
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Where to stay in Pattaya Bay

Find the best Pattaya Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Pattaya Bay
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A coastal cityscape with a beach, high-rise buildings, and a clear sky.

Central Pattaya

Are you interested in stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and popular shops? A visit to Central Pattaya might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Pattaya Beach and Pattaya Beach Road.

A beachside promenade lined with palm trees and beach umbrellas.
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Open Photo by Maria Taranova

Jomtien

If you're spending some time in Jomtien, Jomtien Beach and Phra Tamnak Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent temple on an island, surrounded by water.

North Pattaya

North Pattaya is known for its pristine beaches, and you can make a stop by Sanctuary of Truth and Health Land Spa Pattaya while in the area.

A meticulously landscaped garden with geometric patterns, stone structures, and traditional pagodas in the background.

South Pattaya

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to South Pattaya. A stop by Jomtien Beach or Walking Street might round out your trip.

A coastal cityscape with a marina, buildings, and lush greenery.

Pratumnak Hill

The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Pratumnak Hill. A stop by Phra Tamnak Beach or Pattaya might round out your trip.

Pattaya Bay Travel Guide