 Pattaya
Attractions - Top Sightseeing and things to see
 situated
to the West of Pattaya Strait, about 7.7 Kilometers from the
shore, covering an area of about 4 square kilometers. There
are beautiful beaches, clear water, and an abundance of coral.
Visitors can view the coral either from a glass-bottom boat
or by diving down directly. A well-known beach is at Ta Waen
Beach in the northern part of the Island, a 750 meters stretch
of white sand with many stalls andshops. Sightseeing boats
mostly dock in this area. There are also Laemtien Beach and
Samae Beach on the south-western side, each beach spanning
a length of 700 and 100 meters respectively.
Both are regarded as beautiful and interesting sports, especially
Laemtien Beach which has remainedexceptionally clean and tranquil.
There are now a few stores servisitors. Ta Pan Beach on the
western part of the island is 500 meters in length with make-shift
lodging available. On Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, sightseeing
boats usually dock along this beach all the way to Laemtie
where there is coral. On the southern part is Nual Beach 450
meters in length. On this beach a hotel which accommodates
a large number of tourists. This is another good place for
viewing coral.
some 10 kilometers west of Pattaya Strait or 600 meters away
from Koh Larn. Koh Sak is another small island shaped like
a horse shoe with an area of 0.05 square kilometers. It has
two beaches, one on the northern cover 250 meters in length,
an area in which boats usually stop for tourists to swim and
another one on the southern part of the island opposite the
first island, with a pathway linking the two beaches, a small
beach 80 meters in length. A coral reef is found at the area
in front of the beach. Skin-diving is also possible in this
vicinity.
 some
4 kilometers long, this beach faces Pattaya Bay, the major
venue from where boats visit Pattaya’s offshore islands.
The beach curves from north to south and is largely paralleled
by a tree-lined promenade and beach road which is lined, in
the northern and central parts, by hotels and restaurants.
The northern section of the beach is largely tranquil, while
the central and southern parts become increasingly lively,
thanks to a juxtaposition of shops, department stores, boutiques,
beauty salons, supermarkets, bars, discotheques, restaurants
and nightclubs.
The central area of the beach is a major nightlife shopping
areas, while the southern end is one of Pattaya's major nightlife
areas
is on the northern side of Pattaya Bay. The 1 kilometer beach
shares the same entrance as the Central Wong Amat Hotel. A
quiet spot, the beach is ideal for swimming and relaxation.Apart
from these beaches, there are also Laem Hua Khon Beach on
the back and front sides, Laem Lamrae, etc., which are also
interesting tourist spots. Popular activities on
Koh Larn include swimming, coral viewing, para-sailing, water-skiing,
water scooter riding, etc.
A small island covering an area of 0.05 square kilometers,
approximately 8 kilometers from the shore. The island comprises
mostly rocks. Only one sandy-beach on the east of the island
is Koh Krok beach which is only 100 meters in length. This
is an ideal place for coral viewing.
of Islands
are comprised of Koh Phai, Koh Manvichai, Koh Leom, Koh Klung
Badan etc., Koh Phai being the largest. The islands are presently
under the supervision of the Toyal Navy. The Koh Phai group
of islands are situated at a distance about 13 kilometers
from Pattaya and takes 2 hours to reach by boat. There is
a light house on top of a hill at Koh Phai. Visitors can enjoy
relaxing-moments, swimming, fishing and diving down to view
the coral.
Tourists interested in visiting all the island mentioned
here can arrange to hire boats from the promenade or pier
at South Pattaya. Large boats can carry between 20-80 passengers,
speed boats carry 10-15 passengers. Rental fees cost between
1,000-5,000 Baht, depending on the spot one intends to visit
as well as the size and type of boat
is at number 22/2 Mu 1, Tambon Nong Pla Lai,  Banglamug,
From Sukhumvit, one turns left at kilometer 140 close to the
pedestrian bridge in front of Wat Sawangfah along Chaiyaporn
withi Road (State High way 3024) in the same direction as
Mab Prachun Reservoir for
another 5 kilometers. This is an other popular attraction
with Thai and foreigner tourists. Covering an area of close
to 100 rai, the compound comprises rock gardens and a botanical
of rare plants and beautifully land scaped grounds. Interesting
sights include, for example, fossiizedplants over a million
years in age, 200 years old Thai style bonzai, crocodile pools
and a collection of rare animals such as albino bears, elephants
and horses. Crocodile round-ups, magic and animal performances
are also a major attraction. Daily admission from 9 a.m.-6
p.m.Additional information may be obtained by calling (038)
249347-9 or
the Bangkok office Tel. 5794008, 5795033.
 a
small hill with an asphalt road leading to the top. From its
peak, one has a panoramic view of Pattaya City and Pattaya
Bay. Currently, Kho Pattaya has been developed and is now
the site of the Naval Sor Tor Ror radio station. A sacred
Buddha image is also enshrined on the hilltop.
situated
 on
Pornprapanimitr Road on the same directions as Phanaraks Park
and Siam Country Club Golf Course. The elephant village is
a popular tourist spot for Thai and foreign guests alike.
Daily performances by elephants and wild elephant round-up
shows are held at 2.30 p.m.
Shows last about 1 hour. Elephant jungle rides are also available.
Additional information may be obtained by calling 01-2123225
or from the front desk at the Tropicana Hotel, Tel. (038)428645-6,
428516.
 is
a fishing village about 5 kilometers away from Chonburi. Ang
Sila was formerly one of the oldest seaside resorts. The village
is famous for its cottage industry, producing stone mortars
and animal sculptures, like elephants, horses and tigers.
Ang Sila also boasts a number of restaurants. On the beach,
one can find villagers shelling fresh oysters. A wide array
of local handicraft are also available for sale to tourists.
is a famous
beach that has enjoyed lasting popularity. Approximately 13
kilometers fromthe city of Chonburi, it branches off to the
right-hand side from Sukhumvit Highway, at kilometers 104.
for a distance of 3 kilometers. Stretching along the beachfront,
is a 2.5 kilometers road. Along the beach, one finds vendors
offering drinks and seafood snacks such as squid, mussels
and spicy steamed-fish-cakes for sale. One can rent deck chairs
and rubber rings for swimming. Fresh water bathing facilities
are also available. The many restaurants that line beach have
recently been improved to become more neat and orderly. Bang
Saen is ideal for visitors with limited time who wish to relax
with their family and friends. It also offers several hotels
and bungalows for overnight lodging.
is a small hill
in between Ang Sila village and Bang Saen Beach, along the
beachside road from Ang Sila that winds up Sam Muk Hill. At
the foot of the hill. Chao Mae Khao Sam Muk) who is widely
venerated by the public. The cliff overlooking the sea has
become a tourist spot where legend has it that a couple tragically
ended their lives together after having vowed their eternal
love for each other. The Sam Muk Hill area is inhabited by
a larger number of wild monkeys and beautiful cactuses garden.
a market famous
for Chonburi?s local handicraft and souvenirs about 1 kilometer
from the junction leading to Bang Saen. Among its well-known
buys are different types of dried seafoods, kao lam or gluttonous
rice baked in bamboo, hormok, hoi-jor, sweetened-banana and
taro chips, sweetened-fruit preserves as well as tattan and
bamboo basketware from Panatnikom, a district known for its
unique and intricate weaving techniques.
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