Floating
Market Pattaya: Pattaya Floating Market:
was opened to the public in November 2008.The area
of Pattaya’s latest attraction which is situated on
an approximately area of 100,000 square meters. It
is divided into 4 separate parts, each with its own
unique location, represents the four regions of
Thailand: Northern -, Central -, North-Eastern and
Southern region and offering a special blend of
differing traditions. More than 80 paddle boats are
on standby to ferry visitors around the compound
along many Thai style teak wood buildings, linked by
a network of canals, bridges and a number of
different sized islands with exotic plants and
trees.The boat trip will slowly expose the richness
of the surrounding architectural and cultural river
side living.
South Pattaya,
Chonburi: not the southern-most part of
Pattaya (as the Buddha Hill headland, and then
Jomtien, lie further south), but the section of
Pattaya adjacent to the southern end of Pattaya
Beach and extending inland to both the north and
south of South Pattaya Road. Includes Pattayaland
and Walking Street. Does not include Buddha Hill or
Jomtien.
North Pattaya,
Chonburi: not the northern-most part of
Pattaya (as Naklua lies further north), but the
section of Pattaya adjacent to the northern end of
Pattaya Beach and extending inland to both the north
and south of North Pattaya Road. Does not include
Naklua.
Jomtien
Beach, Chonburi:This 6-kilometres long,
largely straight beach, some 4 kilometers south of
Pattaya, is the most notable of several beaches
south of the resort. The beach is popular with
windsurfers and water sports enthusiasts, largely
because the area enjoys brisk and fresh breezes
sweeping inland from the Thai Gulf, and because the
seas are less congested with boats than is Pattaya
Bay.
Koh Larn, Chonburi:
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 and
shops.
Koh Krok,
Chonburi: 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 Ko Krok beach which is only 100 meters
in length. This is an ideal place tor coral viewing.
Koh Sak,
Chonburi: some 10 kilometers west of
Pattaya Strait or 600 meters away from Ko Lan. Ko
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.
Khao Pattya
or Khao Phra Bat, Chonburi: 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, Khao 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.
Ko Phai Group
of Islands, Chonburi: are comprised of
Ko Phai, Ko Manwichai, Ko Luam, Ko Klung Badan, and
etc., Ko Phai being the largest. The islands are
presently under the supervision of the Royal Navy.
The Ko 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 Ko Phai. Visitors can enjoy
relaxing-moments, swimming, fishing and diving down
to view the coral.
Mini Siam,
Pattaya, Chonburi: is on the left hand
side at kilometer 143 on Sukhumvit Highway. This
miniature city offers replicas of 80 sacred places
and important historical sites around Thailand at a
scale of 1 to 25. Some examples are the Temple of
the Emerald Buddha, Wat Sisanphet, Anantasamakhom
Throne Hill, Phra Phutthayotfa Bridge, the Bridge
over the River Khwae, the Golden Stupa and Phimai
Khmer Sancturary. Replicas of places of world
significance are also displayed in the "mini-world"
area such as the Eiffel Tower, the Statue of
Liberty, Tower Bridge, Trevi Fountain.
Na Jomthien,
Chonburi, Pattaya: A beach in the south.
4 km away from downtown Pattaya beach is 6 km long
beach with all the road. Clean water and quality is
still good. Â popular tourist swimming. And the
various players and water sports, especially
windsurfing. Most of the activity density of
beachhead But the general atmosphere is quite
peaceful. Suitable for those who want to escape the
hustle and truly relax. Beach, shops and restaurant.
Bhira
International Circuit Race Course, Pattaya, Chonburi:
is an international car and motorcycle race course.
It is situated on State Highway 36 (Pattaya-Rayong)
about 15 kilometers from Pattaya City. Races take
place regularly on Saturdays and Sundays. Additional
information may be obtained by calling (01)
323-0616.
Pattaya Water Park:
is on Thapphraya Road, Jomtien Beach. Pattaya Park
offers an amusement park, a Jacuzzi and a gigantic
slide. It is an ideal outlet for family relaxation.
Pattaya Park Tower the first highest seaside tower
and revolving restaurant. About 240 meters height
that you can see Pattaya view, hotel and bungalow
accommodation are also available.
Pattaya
Crocodile Farm: is at number 22/2 Mu 1,
Tambon Nong Pta Lai, Bang Lamung. From Sukhumvit,
one turns left at kilometer 140 close to the
pedestrian bridge in front of Wat Sawangfa along
Chaiyaphonwithi Road (State Highway 3024) in the
same direction as Mapprachan Reservoir for another 5
kilometers. This is an other popular attraction with
Thai and foreign tourists. Covering a large area,
the compound comprises rock gardens and a botanical
of rare plants and beautifully landscaped grounds.
Siriporn
Orchid Farm, Pattaya: Located at 235/ 14
Mu 5, Tambon Nong Pru, turn left off Sukhumvit
adjacent to the traffic light intersection at
Central Pattaya for 800 meters on to Noen-phlup-wan
Road, the farm is on the right hand side.
Ripley's
Belive It or Not Museum: situated on the
third floor of the Royal Garden Plaza, Beach Road. A
display of Mr. Ripley's collection of curious
objects from every comer of the world. Some of them
being the actual item, others are replicas.